Nadi Gathering, Bali
4 -10 September 2026
This September, we gather in Bali again.
Nadi Gatherings are small-group journeys into living traditions, shaped through ongoing relationships with local communities.
This is not a retreat in the usual sense. It is a guided encounter with place, practice, and people, held with care, structure, and reciprocity.
In Bali, spiritual life is not separate from daily life. Homes are family temples. Offerings are made each day. Ritual, devotion, and community are woven into the fabric of how people live.
We return to Bali this September to spend time within that rhythm. Our intention is not to consume. We go to listen, learn, and participate respectfully.
The week is structured through a combination of Kundalini and Restorative yoga practices, time in community, and participation in local ceremonies. Some moments are guided, others are simply experienced. There is space for both immersion and integration.
We work with a small group so the experience can be held properly. Nothing is rushed, and nothing is performed for us. What unfolds does so through relationship, presence, and trust.
This is for people who are wishing to engage with depth, beyond simply travelling. Those who are open to being changed by what they encounter.
The Programme
The week is a gradual immersion into Balinese life, held through practice, community, and time on the land.
Practice
Each day begins with Kundalini and restorative yoga, preparing the body and mind for what follows.
Local Customs
From there, the day unfolds between ceremony, time in community, and the natural environment.
We begin with a traditional Melukat water purification, held by a local Mangku priest and priestess.
We are joined for a contextual talk on Balinese customs by Thomas of Desa Seni.
Simple practices such as making Canang Sari offerings offer insight into the island’s daily devotional rhythm.
Community
Across the week, we are welcomed into a village community in Banjar Tinggan, Desa Pelaga, spending time with Komang and her extended family through conversation, food, and shared space.
Encounters with Gamelan music and traditional dance arise naturally, as part of daily life.
There are quieter moments in nature, including time at the Sempukul waterfalls.
The week closes with a fire ceremony (Agni Hotra) and final blessing.
There is space throughout — to rest, to process, and to be with what arises.
Meals are shared, vegetarian.
The group is intentionally small so the experience can be held with care.
About
Who Is the Gathering For?
This gathering is for those who are drawn to engage with depth, and who are willing to meet another culture with respect and care.
You may have an existing practice, or simply a sense that you want to experience something more grounded and real.
An openness to participate, listen, and be present is more important than prior experience.
The structure is clear, but the experience is not rushed.
Location
We will be based at the incredible Desa Seni eco lodge, located in the higher central heartland of Bali in Baturiti. Every detail is in resonace with the Balinese traditions and with the environment.
Thomas, the founder make an incredible team. Desa Seni is deeply immersed in nature, off the beaten track and near a traditional village in Kabupaten Tabanan.
Rooms
Desa Seni provides unique and private accommodations in antique wooden homes imported from various islands in Indonesia.
Each house has its own fascinating history and has been fully restored and modernized, offering all the comforts of home.
Living at Desa Seni means being surrounded by nature, original artifacts, and antiques that showcase the rich culture and heritage of Indonesia.
Food
Willy Kobylt, the Chef of the restaurant, Seasons, is all about stimulating the senses and surprising with unconventional and creative dishes made from fresh, organic ingredients. Desa Sensi kitchen team sources 80% of their produce from their own farms.
“We believe in supporting local suppliers who share our values of organic, sustainable, and fresh products.
By buying local, we not only support local families but also build communities.”
Dates
- 4-10 September 2026
- 7 days / 6 nights
Investment – Programme
- Early Bird per person £1350 – until June 30th or until six places are filled, whichever is first.
- Full Price £1550
- A deposit of £250 secures your place. The remaining balance is due June 26th 2026.
Accomodation
- Own room £675 / $900 – only two available.
- Twin Share or Double Occupancy £450 / $600 each.
What’s Included
- Daily Kundalini and restorative yoga
- All programmed activities and ceremonies
- Time with local community in Desa Pelaga
- Daily vegetarian meals (vegan and gluten-free options available)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure day
What’s Not Included
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure days – although we can organise these for you.
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Frequently Asked
Do I need to have practiced yoga to come?
Come as you are. Whether you are a regular yogini or spiritual practitioner or you have never been on a yoga mat and are drawn to spending time with us, and yourself on this sacred land.
Flights
Flights are not included.
Flights from London and USA East Coast are currently around £1000.
If you’re coming from USA, flying from the west coast is much cheaper.
Note that there are many countries around that part of the world that are cheap and easy to get to from Bali. This could influence your choice of airline. For example if you want to enjoy a short stay in Hong Kong, flying Cathay Pacific makes sense.
Insurance
Please note that participants are expected to buy personal insurance to come on the trip – as per the disclaimer.
There are many policies that cover medical treatment and cancelled flights. We have used Which? And Martin Lewes to check and highly recommend those independent sites for guidance. We have found that insurance that comes with certain bank accounts also cover us at present.
Arrival & getting to the eco lodge
SHUTTLES
- We organise shuttles from Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport. If you arrive in Bali prior to the Gathering we can also organise transport for you if you are en route from the airport.
- Either way, we will organise shuttles on the opening day of the Gathering in the morning and in the afternoon.
- The cost is approx $30 and is additional. We hope to organise a shuttle service to bring as many of you at once as possible, thus reducing costs slightly.
Weather
September in Bali is a fantastic, dry-season month characterised by hot, sunny weather, low rainfall, and high humidity, making it ideal for beach activities and sightseeing. Expect temperatures between 24C – 31C and very low rainfall with roughly 10 hours of daily sunshine.
What to bring
Basic walking boots only, unless you’re doing strong treks after.
A torch
Sunscreen, water bottle and anything you need for your comfort.
If you have a sarong please bring one. You will need this to enter temples in Bali. There are also a selection of beautiful sarongs to purchase at Desa Seni.
What will a typical day be like?
We want to keep it organic and allow the Gathering to evolve as much as we can. Typically a day will look like this…
All workshops, trips and events are voluntary.
Morning practice – meditation, ceremony or yoga in the shala.
Breakfast
Yoga, Sound healing, Breathwork, Healing work and other workshops
Or morning / day trip
Lunch
Workshops
Or afternoon / day trip
Circle and Dinner
Goodnight gong bath meditation
We will be visiting communities and sacred sites almost daily. See programme above.
Deposits, payments & refunds
We are taking deposits for this Gathering of £250 / $340 up until 25th June.
Fees are payable in full by June 26th 2026.
Our Paypal and Klarna options allows you to pay in three instalments.
The Early Birds are open until June 30th or until six places are filled, whichever is first.
The maximum capacity of the Gathering is 14-16.
We offer 50% refund of the full fee if you cancel up to and including June 26th 2026 We’re sorry we don’t do refunds after this date.
If you are unhappy with these terms let us know within 48 hours of buying your ticket and we will cancel your purchase and the full cost will be returned to you.
Terms & Conditions
Payment
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Non refundable deposits guarantee your spot until June 26th 2026.
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We offer a 50% refund on the full ticket price if you cancel on or before 26th June 2026. Refunds are not available after this date.
- We offer a full refund on deposits if you cancel within 48 hours of purchase.
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If you are unhappy with these terms, please let us know within 48 hours of purchase, and we will cancel your ticket and refund the full amount or deposit.
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Raffle winners: If you win a full place via the Nadi Gathering raffle, these same terms apply once the prize is claimed.
Loss & Liability
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By attending the event, you accept full responsibility for any loss, damage, or injury to yourself or your personal property associated with the Nadi Gathering.
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Participation requires signing a waiver at the event.
Photography
By purchasing a ticket or winning a raffle place, you agree to:
- Have your photo taken, unless you request otherwise by emailing info@kundaliniyogacollective.co.uk in advance.
- Allow us to use photographs for promotional purposes, including publicising future events, digital galleries, printed materials, and social media.
- Give permission for photographs of children under 16 to be used in publicity. You may request to view or delete any images of your child by emailing info@kundaliniyogacollective.co.uk.
- You may request removal of any photo from any platform at any time by emailing us.
- Images will not be shared with third parties.
Programme & Content
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The programme is tentative and subject to minor changes or adjustments.
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This is an alcohol-free event.
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Raffle winners will receive the programme and experience exactly as advertised.
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Facilitators
Kary Stewart (Preetam Kaur) - Kundalini Yoga Collective, Founder
Kary interested in nurturing human connection and community in manifold ways. She has been Kundalini Yoga teacher since 2013, and is cofounder of the Kundalini Collective. Kary is Peruvian by birth and British by upbringing. In 2017 she launched Nadi Gatherings with the intention of taking groups to learn and exchange with wisdom keepers of different lands, starting with the Sacred Valley, Peru. Since then she has curated and held Gatherings in Colombia, Mexico, India, Italy and the UK.
As a Kundalini Yoga teacher Kary uses movement, sounds & gong and often works with Kundalini Rebirthing techniques.
Kary is an events producer of workshops, conscious events and festivals. including Great British Kundalini Yoga Festival, &Beyond Festival and Breathe in Ireland. In 2024 she launched Folk & Fire with Samantha Rose, a mythical storytelling night. Kary is a journalist by profession specialising in music, development and cultural consciousness.
April Arcinas Penny (Lakshmi Kaur)
April is a sound healer, Kundalini yoga – meditation – breathwork facilitator and fitness instructor. She is passionate about helping others to rediscover vitality and calm within themselves. April has lived and trained in Bali, London and California. She now resides Nashville, USA – her childhood hometown. Bali will always be her ‘island home’. She is mama to Jackson Zeus and Zoe James, wife to Chris and a dog mama too.
