Laugh, Share, Care Retreat

Laugh, Share, Care Retreat is a half-day yoga retreat in Ubud, Bali, led by Master Ketut Arsana at Om Ham Retreat & Resort. It centres on laughing kundalini tantra yoga, a self-massage workshop, a sharing circle, kirtan and meditation, and it closes with dinner. It suits anyone who wants a restful, social afternoon and evening of practice, with the stress release and renewal of a longer retreat in a single session.

What to Expect

The afternoon session starts at 2.30 PM with a welcome drink. From there the program moves through a series of practices, each building on the one before.

Master Ketut Arsana teaches the laughing kundalini tantra yoga class, which combines breath, movement and humor. A self-massage workshop follows, with techniques suited to continuing at home. Then comes a sharing circle, a time to talk, listen and deepen bonds with the other participants.

Later in the day the group turns to kirtan, the call-and-response devotional singing of the yogic tradition, followed by meditation. A nourishing dinner completes the retreat. The organizers describe the day as care for body, mind and spirit, with physical renewal, relaxation for the mind and a fresh sense of energy among the intended benefits.

About Master Ketut Arsana

Master Ketut Arsana leads this retreat and gives it its style. The program is built around his approach to kundalini tantra yoga, and the Om Ham Retreat & Resort presents it as part of its Master Series. The organizers frame yoga here as a way to rise above mental and emotional stressors and to find more peace, joy and happiness.

The Setting

The retreat takes place at Om Ham Retreat & Resort on Tirta Tawar Road in Banjar Junjungan, about 5 km north of Ubud's main road, in the Gianyar area of Bali. The resort looks out over the endless rice fields of Ubud, and the views are part of the experience. Practice, singing and the evening meal all happen in this quiet, green setting away from the town centre.

Before You Go

The program does not state a required level of experience, so if you are new to yoga or have physical concerns, it is worth checking with the resort beforehand that the class suits you.

Included in the day:

- A welcome drink
- The laughing kundalini tantra yoga class
- The self-massage workshop
- The sharing circle
- Kirtan and meditation
- A nourishing dinner

The resort also offers a consultation with a retreat assistant for anyone who has questions before attending.