4–10 September 2026
Nadi Gathering Bali
“This is not a retreat in the usual sense.”
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 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, time in community, and participation in local ceremonies. Some moments are guided, others simply experienced. There is space for both immersion and integration. This is for people wishing to engage with depth, beyond simply travelling — those open to being changed by what they encounter.
The Programme
What Shapes the Gathering
A gradual immersion into Balinese life, held through practice, community and time on the land.
01
Practice
Each day begins with Kundalini and restorative yoga, preparing body and mind for what follows. The week is a gradual immersion, held through practice, community and time on the land.
02
Local Customs
We begin with a traditional Melukat water purification, held by a local Mangku priest and priestess. Simple practices such as making Canang Sari offerings reveal the island's daily devotional rhythm.
03
Community
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 — Gamelan music and dance arise naturally.
A Continuing Journey
Previous Gatherings
Nadi Gathering has grown through years of journeys, practice and meaningful encounter.
Who This Is For
Drawn to engage with depth
This gathering is for those drawn to engage with depth, and 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 never rushed.
The Venue
Desa Seni
We are based at the incredible Desa Seni eco lodge, in the higher central heartland of Bali in Baturiti. Every detail is in resonance with Balinese tradition and the environment.
Rooms
Unique, private accommodations in antique wooden homes imported from across Indonesia — each fully restored and modernised, with all the comforts of home, surrounded by nature and original artifacts.
Food
Chef Willy Kobylt creates unconventional, creative dishes from fresh organic ingredients. The kitchen sources 80% of produce from their own farms, supporting local suppliers who share their values.
Spaces
Open shalas, gardens and quiet corners for practice, rest and integration — every detail in resonance with Balinese tradition and the surrounding environment.
Surroundings
Deeply immersed in nature in the higher central heartland of Bali in Baturiti, off the beaten track and near a traditional village in Kabupaten Tabanan.
Held With Care
Facilitators
Kary Stewart
Preetam Kaur — Founder
Kundalini Yoga teacher since 2013 and co-founder of the Kundalini Yoga Collective. A journalist by profession, Kary launched Nadi Gatherings in 2017 and has since curated gatherings across Peru, Colombia, Mexico, India, Italy and the UK.
April Arcinas Penny
Lakshmi Kaur
A sound healer and Kundalini yoga, meditation and breathwork facilitator passionate about helping others rediscover vitality and calm. April has lived and trained in Bali, London and California — Bali will always be her ‘island home’.
Practical
Dates & Investment
Dates
4–10 September 2026 · 7 days / 6 nights
Investment — Programme
Early Bird £1350 per person — until 30th June or until six places are filled.
Full Price £1550. A deposit of £250 secures your place; balance due 26th June 2026.
Accommodation
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 & gluten-free options)
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure day
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Frequently Asked
The Invitation
Come as you are, and be changed by what you encounter.
The group is intentionally small so the experience can be held with care. We would love to welcome you to Bali this September.