Eating for Stillness: How Food Supports Meditation
Meditation does not start the moment you sit down and close your eyes. It begins much earlier—with the choices you make at the table. Food has a direct impact on how you feel in both body and mind. Since meditation is about observing both with presence, what you eat can either support—or disrupt—your practice. 1. […]
Interview with Ryan Mannix — Founder of It’s All Yoga
With more than 14 years of experience teaching around the world, Australian yoga teacher Ryan Mannix has made Bali a regular stop for the past decade. While familiar with Ubud and other areas of the island, this was his first time in Balian—and his first retreat at Yama. Founder of It’s All Yoga, Ryan runs an […]
Soulful Flow Retreat in Bali — A Journey Back to Yourself
There are moments in life when you feel the need to step away. To reset. To slow down. To reconnect — not only with your body but with something quieter, deeper, more true. The Soulful Flow Retreat is one of those invitations. From August 5th to 8th, in the sacred lands of Balian, this four-day […]
Sacred Circles: The Meaning of Mandalas in a Retreat in Bali
A shared ritual to begin the journey inward. The word mandala means “sacred circle” in Sanskrit. Rooted in Hindu and Buddhist traditions, mandalas are symbols of the universe and the self — used for meditation, reflection, and spiritual alignment. In many cultures, the act of creating a mandala represents the journey from the outside world […]
From Guest to Guide — A Conversation with Jac Keleher
Retreat leader, yoga teacher, and returning soul to Yama Balian. Some people stumble upon Yama. Others find it again — like an old friend — and know it’s time. This month, we’re honored to welcome Jac Keleher, who first discovered Yama Balian years ago while assisting at a meditation retreat. The experience left a lasting […]
Essential Oils Workshop with Anashi Escents at Yama Balian
At Yama, our essential oils workshop with Anashi Escents is more than just a creative activity — it’s a sensory ritual. We believe healing doesn’t only happen in grand gestures; it lives in the scent of a room, the softness of breath, the intention behind a touch. Their plant-based, intuitive approach to essential oils has […]
Essential Oil Rituals — The Power of Plants at Yama Balian
The Power of Plants — Essential Oils & Everyday Rituals Scents that ground us. Scents that open us. Scents that bring us home. At Yama, essential oil rituals are part of how we return to presence. The air holds more than silence — it carries the scent of lemongrass after rain, of fresh ground vetiver, […]
An Introduction to Ayurvedic Cuisine
What is Ayurvedic Cuisine? At Yama Balian, food is a pillar of the retreat experience. One approach that deeply informs our kitchen is Ayurvedic cuisine — a 5,000-year-old healing tradition from India that sees food not only as nourishment but as medicine. Ayurvedic cuisine supports health by bringing the body, mind, and spirit back […]
Introducing Our New Menu at Yama Balian
At Yama Balian, we believe food is more than fuel — it’s part of the retreat experience. It grounds you, energizes you, and connects you to the present moment. That’s why we’re so excited to introduce our new menu: a curated selection of nourishing, soulful dishes designed to support every step of your wellness journey. […]
Retreat Stories: A Conversation with Ziva Yoga
Introduction: Why Ziva Yoga Hosts Their Retreat at Yama Balian Looking for the perfect yoga retreat at Yama Balian? We recently sat down with Ziva Yoga, a renowned yoga studio from Singapore, to hear their story. In this interview, they share what inspires their work, why they lead retreats, and why Yama Balian remains their […]