Curvylicious Body Peace Yoga Retreat
Bali 24 - 30 SEP 2024
Welcome to a transformative yoga retreat in the heart of authentic Bali, where everyBODY is celebrated and cherished.
Bring your curves, bumps, wobbles, and niggles, and join me in Bali for a week dedicated to YOU.
As an experienced and passionate advocate for body inclusivity, I invite you to join me in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Embrace your body and all its sacred stories as we journey together toward peace, joy, and self-acceptance.
Here, you belong just as you are.
Imagine escaping, finding space for yourself, and connecting with amazing people of all shapes and sizes!
In today’s society, wellness advertising excludes most of us with unrealistic body types, shapes, colors, and abilities.
This can make you feel like you don’t belong, and that’s so wrong!
I may not look like a typical yoga teacher but with my wobbly belly, big boobs, disability, and generously sized derriere…
I’m your rebel yogi, inviting your unique body and mind to a yoga retreat where you belong.
““If you do one thing for yourself in your life, do a retreat with Jen - The Adaptive Yogi””
ALL bodies Bali Yoga Retreat where you will be welcomed & included, wobbles & all!
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ALL bodies Bali Yoga Retreat where you will be welcomed & included, wobbles & all! .....
Some yoga poses I can’t do and… “meh, that’s OK, there’s enough I CAN do.”
My big belly gets in the way sometimes, but… “meh, I’ll do it differently”.
Some days I dislike my body’s appearance but… “meh, that passes.”
I create the space and provide the guidance to help you embrace the “meh” and enjoy life instead!
THIS is the Journey to Body Peace… Join me on it!
I guide you into the embrace of authentic, inclusive, accessible yoga—a practice that accepts you no matter your size, shape, age, or ability.
I make yoga accessible and doable for YOUR body. Variations are always offered so ALL bodies can take part.
This practice guides you to accept your unique body and the stage it is at.
Find strength, flexibility, peace, compassion, and kindness in both body and mind.
Let’s DITCH the gymnastic, competitive, image-based yoga retreat and celebrate your uniqueness!
If we haven’t met…
Hi I’m Jen!
I am committed to providing yoga for ALL shapes, sizes & abilities.
I passionately advocate diversity and inclusion, no matter what ability, size, age or state you are in, you are welcomed & catered for!
I live in a curvy body and also use a prosthesis device so I can walk & live pain-free from my ankle disability. I know how to adapt yoga classes because I’ve LIVED it!
Yoga & Body Peace
I love to invite others on a ‘journey to body peace’ through gentleness, gratitude & the framework of Yoga.
I’m an experienced & qualified Yoga teacher & retreat facilitator passionate about the powerful practise of Yoga, including mindfulness, breathing & meditation.
Yoga for All
Specialising in restorative & accessible Yoga for ALL. Inviting you - if you think you can’t ‘do Yoga’ to give it a go!
I just LOVE how a group of women gathering for a sacred retreat leave feeling connected, inspired & with new friends
I’m grounded and well, just ‘normal’!
With an open heart and fierce passion for Yoga!
When I’m not gently & expertly guiding you to trust your inner wisdom & know you are so worthy…
I love to catch as many awe-inspiring sunrises as possible!
Walking in nature & being with family & friends are my simple life’s pleasures - along with giggling, coffee & caramel slices are some of my fav things!
This is our ACTUAL pool right ON THE OCEAN!
Imagine 6 nights here
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Imagine 6 nights here .....
Need to know a bit more?! (I hear ya, I’m a details gal)
What to expect:
NOT contortionist yoga—just real, accessible practices!
Plenty of fun, laughter, and new friends (retreat friends are special)
Lots of relaxing yoga and free poolside time (seriously, you’ll love it!)
Real-body, doable yoga, and workshops to guide you on the journey to body peace
Delicious food lovingly prepared and served (OK, maybe you are coming just for this)
A thoughtfully designed schedule balancing yoga, downtime, and adventure
Our daily rhythm:
Optional sunrise gathering: yoga, meditation, chatting, and photo-taking
Delicious breakfast with espresso coffee
Active and energizing morning yoga class
Insightful body peace workshop with movement breaks
Yummy lunch followed by a relaxing afternoon
Restorative yoga in the late afternoon
Sunset "Tiddly Time" before dinner with your favorite drink (BYO or resort option)
Scrumptious dinner overlooking the ocean
Evening chill and chat with new friends or enjoy some alone time
““The Yoga was pitched perfectly to meet the needs of everyone, the food was nourishing for the soul. I felt safe and supported by sisters who were strangers up until I arrived and sisters by the time we departed.””
The sea-view from one of the upstairs Bungalows…
Some more amazing actual footage from our inaugural 2023 retreat at Bali Mandala
You are worthy of happiness because of who you are, NOT how you look
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You are worthy of happiness because of who you are, NOT how you look .....
““With Jen, you can be who you are and the body you have, many teachers seem incapable of teaching in an inclusive style, but with Jen, I can do what my body can do, I can challenge myself as well as be more laid back””
More about the workshops:
I will share my experience & wisdom from my own body peace journey & passion for inclusive Yoga through classes & workshops on the retreat.
You will be guided to …..
realise that your body is incredible no matter what it looks or functions like
find some joyful movement in your body no matter its shape, size, or ability
learn how to embrace & RETIRE your inner mean girl - she's done!
learn how to embrace & HIRE your inner cheerleader - it's time!
know that your body - Yes yours - is worthy of Yoga
oh & learn some valuable Yogic tools: breathing well, meditation, relaxation, mindfulness, connection -delicious!
AND experience the magic of connecting with an amazing group of women who uplift and support each other for the week AND BEYOND!
No experience is needed—beginners & experienced welcome!
What’s Included, What’s Not:
INCLUDED:
6 nights accommodation
Return shuttle transfer to AND from Denpasar to Retreat venue (half-day journey)
ALL meals planned, cooked, AND cleaned up for you!
ALL Curvylicious Body Peace Yoga classes and workshops
Community, connection, & some new retreat Yoga friends!
Optional add-ons:
On-site spa treatments—next-level relaxation! (see spa menu below)
Off-site Bali tours available through our retreat venue office, we have a full free day on Day 3 to get out and explore if you choose (see schedule below)
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfares
Airport transfers
Extra hotel nights on either side of the retreat
Insurance
Extras at the resort
NOTE: This retreat is for WOMEN, non-binary &/or gender-neutral ONLY
Our retreat schedule…
Don’t worry about the 6 am start!
Firstly - it’s optional…but the time difference makes it feel like 10 am NZT or 7 am AEST.
It’s a really special part of the retreat and a fantastic way to start the day!
““I was unsure what to expect, but I needn’t have worried, her ability to make everyone feel like the centre of the universe””
This is our wonderful 2023 group and the absolutely amazing staff of Bali Mandala who were so happy to support our group through a FANTASTIC WEEK - LOTS OF LOVE, SMILES AND HAPPINESS!
The Venue
We stay at the lush Bali Mandala resort, a charming bungalow retreat in a secluded seaside Garden of Eden.
I chose this tranquil north Bali location for its peace and serenity.
The bungalows, crafted in typical Balinese style, offer a unique stay (see more on the venue below).
Experience the magic of Bali’s expansive ocean and powerful energy.
Our local village has many unique charms, but one is the roosters! “Embrace the roosters” is our motto.
Roosters crowing and occasional barking dogs are part of the authentic Bali soundscape. Embrace these sounds for a true Bali experience.
And the food, the food, the glorious FOOD! in the outdoor dining room by the sea - too good.
Bungalows at Bali Mandala
Bali Mandala consciously refrains from the use of refrigerators and air-conditioning in their rooms & chose to equip them with fans & mosquito nets instead. There is also a gorgeous natural sea breeze to help cool down. (ahhh the peace!).
““Jen caters for every body, there is no pressure, no judgment - acceptance, and love are what this gorgeous woman brings” ”
RETREAT TRAVEL TIPS
Our retreat is located on the northern coast of Bali, approximately a 3-hour drive from Denpasar Airport (your shuttle there is included). This area offers a more authentic and quieter Bali experience, away from the busy tourist spots.
The bustling part of Bali is on the southern coast near the airport. I highly recommend spending a night or two in areas like Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, or Sanur before or after the retreat to settle in, rest, and enjoy a bit of shopping. Or in the middle of the island is Ubuid - an amazing place but very busy.
The shuttle to the resort (included in your retreat price) departs from The Anvaya Beach Resort in Denpasar at 10 am on the 24th. You can either stay there or make your way there for the shuttle pickup. You will be dropped back at The Anvaya Beach Resort by late afternoon on the 30th.
Please note that you are responsible for independent travel arrangements from your home to Denpasar, Bali.
Every afternoon on our schedule is free time to do what you wish, & there is one full free ‘down’ day (Sat 28th) where you can go out, see & experience a bit more of Bali.
The Bali Mandala Resort offers a number of tour options (mountains, dolphins, waterfalls, Buddhist temples, markets, volcanoes, shopping, diving……options galore!!) at a really reasonable price, you can book these directly with them closer to the time, or make your own arrangements.
And, last tip, but not least…bring a slightly empty suitcase for all the wonderful shopping!
Book Here
Curvylicious Body Peace Yoga Retreat BALI
24 - 30 SEPTEMBER 2024
All-Inclusive Experience:
6 Nights Accommodation & All Meals
Yoga & Workshops
Shuttles & Plenty of Laughter
Pricing:
NZD 1,699 (Twin Share)
NZD 2,599 (Private Room)
When you hit ‘BOOK ME IN’ - you will fill in a registration form and pay only $500 deposit to secure your room!
This retreat is for WOMEN, non-binary &/or gender-neutral ONLY
Retreat FAQ's
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Hell YES! In fact it’s YOU that I REALLY want to come on this retreat! I cater for you, I show you how to take part no matter where you at and make it enjoyable for you. There is ALWAYS an option to go at the pace that suits you - no competition and no pressure
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A Facebook group for the retreat is created and we have a meet and greet on Zoom before we go. So, there are chances to see who is going when and organizing amongst yourselves maybe meeting up on the flight or staying together on the first night or 2 before getting the shuttle etc.
The Hotel for shuttle pickup/drop off is the Anvaya Beach Resort - so many of you may end up staying there together.
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Nope - the resort has it all, leaving more room in your suitcase for some Bali goodies to take home!
But you are welcome to if you want.
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Abso-bloody-lutely! We will have chairs and props and ways to help with this - and alternatives instead of going all the way down - I got you covered!
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Nope! We can work around your injury and make sure you have a safe and enjoyable practice
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Yes! Although sadly, this resort is not wheelchair accessible, I found it impossible to find one that is.
Otherwise, we can work around your disability and make sure you have a safe and enjoyable practice, please contact me to talk this through.
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Me too! Believe it or not, I push through the fear and teach Yoga being an introvert - sometimes I do wonder what the heck I”m doing lol. But I’m telling you this as I GET IT!
I used to absolutely HATE women’s circles but now I see the power of them and get so much out of it.
You can spend so much downtime alone on this retreat - it’s lush! People will be nearby if you want them, or not.
All sessions are optional and I prefer to break you into smaller sharing groups, that’s if you want to share at all, there is no pressure to.
There will be options for self-reflection via journalling and simple thought as another way of expressing.
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Please get in touch via email and I am happy to try and work something out that works for us both.
I have payment plans on offer and other creative ways of making it happen!
Simply email me:
jen@theadaptiveyogi.co.nz
and put in the subject line
Bali Retreat creative finances!
And I’ll reply with some info :)
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NZD - You pay via my New Zealand website so it will be in New Zealand Dollars NZD.
So, if your currency is USD it works out to approx $1,200 - $ 1,600 USD.
Bargain!
Due to the exchange rate, this is a really good price for a 6-night all-inclusive retreat :)
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Early mornings is definitely the best time to go walking as it is the coolest.
There are paths on top of the walls up from the beach, so it’s alovely walk.
Along the road is a little more adventurous but do-able. There are no designated paths/walkways.
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Yes!
Gluten-free and dairy free are accommodated for
A few other specifics:
They don't serve pork (nor beef) or shellfish, but they do use an Oyster Sauce for some dishes. And sometimes have calamari or shrimps - this depends on what is available at the daily market.
Soy products and soy sauce is something they use a lot in their cooking, but they can try and find an alternative.
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Not ideal unfortunately at the Bali venue. Here is the response about specifically a peanut allergy from the venue…
Whilst we do our very best to accommodate for dietary restrictions and/or allergies, we cannot guarantee that there will be no peanuts or possibly even traces of peanuts in the dishes.
What we can do is prepare some alternative dishes without the actual peanuts and the guest can always ask of the contents if unsure of any of the dishes.
In a worst-case scenario, what would the medical attention consist of, after the use of the EpiPen, the next area for such medical attention would be in Singaraja which is about 1hr drive away.
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I am not qualified to answer this question and it is a personal choice. Please consult with a travel clinic or your GP for this advice.
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This is going to depend on what passport/country you are traveling from.
Please get this information from a reliable source - your travel agent/government officials.
As at Oct 2023 New Zealnders can get a visa prior online or upon arrival.
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YARS!
Phew
There is an extensive optional extra drinks list including expresso coffee, smoothies, juices, wine and beer - WOOP WOOP
These drinks included and readily available up in the restaurant for whenever you want them. 😉
Bali Coffee, various teas, hot lemongrass water, hot ginger water. At breakfast, there will also be fruit juice
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Yesiree!!
Scroll up the page to the spa menu - all optional extras.
Oh lala!!
Can’t be booked in advance, there will be a sheet out each night and you pick your time - the only times available will be in our down time, so you won’t miss out on any of the retreat workshops/classes/gatherings.
