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Stay as long as you like and join our daily classes. Add massages, healthy meals and excursions. Perfect for solo travellers and couples. Available all year, subject to availability.
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Yoga retreat · Amed, Bali
Yoga retreat in Amed, Bali: right on the beach
Twice-daily yoga in our garden shala, sunrise over the sea, a coral reef at the door and food made with love. Come on your own, with a friend, or with your group.
A yoga retreat on Bali’s quiet east coast
Most yoga retreats in Bali are in Ubud’s rice fields or the busy beach towns of the south. Ours is somewhere different: directly on the beach in Amed, a traditional fishing village on the east coast where the pace of life has barely changed in decades.
Here you wake to the sound of the waves, watch the sun rise over the sea behind Mount Rinjani on Lombok, and spend the hours between classes snorkelling over the reef, resting by the pool or wandering through the village. It is the kind of place that slows you down from the first morning.
Whether you are new to yoga or have practised for years, we shape your retreat around you: how long you stay, how many classes you take, what you eat and what you want to explore.
Why choose a yoga retreat in Amed?
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Sunrise by the sea
Amed faces east: start your day on the beach as the sun rises over the water and Lombok, then head to morning class.
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Truly beachfront
No cliffs, no stairs, no road to cross. The shala, garden and rooms sit on flat land right on the sand.
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A reef at your door
Between classes, snorkel over a coral garden full of angelfish, bannerfish and wrasse, straight from the beach.
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Nourishing food
Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free cooking, fresh juices and superfood smoothies, with Balinese flavours.
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Authentic Bali
Village ceremonies, offerings, temples and rice terraces: the Bali many visitors never get to see.
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Small and personal
Small classes, a family-run hotel with 20 years in Amed, and a team that remembers your name.
Three ways to retreat with us
“Bali Bliss” 3-night retreat
A ready-made three-night escape with two yoga classes a day, a one-to-one consultation with the teacher, healthy meals, a massage and facial, and a day trip into the countryside.
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Join or host a group retreat
Teachers from around the world hold their retreats in our shala. Ask us about upcoming group retreats, or bring your own group.
Host a retreatRetreat package
Bali Bliss: 3 nights of yoga, rest and nourishment
Everything you need to switch off, in one simple package:
- 3 nights in one of our cottages, decorated in Balinese and modern style
- 2 yoga classes per day in our garden shala
- A one-to-one consultation with the yoga teacher to tailor your practice
- 3 healthy Balinese and Western meals
- 1 superfood smoothie per day
- A 60-minute massage and a 75-minute Cleopatra rose facial with organic, natural products
- 1 excursion into the countryside, to the Tirta Gangga water palace or Pura Lempuyang
- Use of the pool and the beachfront
- A handmade batik Life sarong and a “Follow Your Heart” eco canvas bag to take home
Available all year, subject to availability. Longer stays and upgrades to a beachfront villa on request. Contact us for current prices.
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A day on retreat
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Sunrise
Watch the sky turn pink over Lombok from the beach as the fishing boats come home.
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Morning flow
Ninety minutes of breath and movement in the shala to wake up body and mind.
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Breakfast
Fresh fruit, smoothie bowls, eggs any style or gluten-free pancakes in the garden.
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Free time
Snorkel the reef, read by the pool, book a massage or join an excursion.
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Village & sunset light
Walk through Lean village, watch children play on the beach and the mountains turn gold.
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Yin or restorative
A slow evening practice of long-held poses to release the day.
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Dinner
Balinese curries, grilled fish or a plant-based feast under the stars.
Food that supports your practice
Our kitchen caters for every diet: vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and the occasional piece of Chocolate Decadence Cake. Retreat guests can choose full board or half board. Tell us your preferences and we will look after the rest. Discover Life Restaurant.
Your teachers
Classes are led by experienced teachers who adapt every practice to the people in the room, from complete beginners to long-time practitioners. Mats, blocks, bolsters and props are provided.
Where you will stay
Choose a garden cottage by the pool, a two-level beachfront villa with sunrise views, or the Perfumed Garden beach house with its private pool. All rates include breakfast.
Beach Cottages
Six garden cottages around the pool, steps from the sand
- up to 4 guests
- 1 bedroom
from US$75 per night
View room: Beach Cottages
Sari Sunrise Villa
Two-level beachfront villa with sunrise views from a four-poster bed
- up to 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
from US$125 per night
View room: Sari Sunrise Villa
Paradiso Villa
Beachfront villa with an ocean-facing living room and a loft bedroom
- up to 5 guests
- 2 bedrooms
from US$125 per night
View room: Paradiso Villa
Perfumed Garden Villa
A three-bedroom beach house with a private pool, facing Lombok
- up to 8 guests
- 3 bedrooms
from US$260 per night
View room: Perfumed Garden VillaGood to know
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Getting here
About 2.5 hours by car from Bali’s airport. Our drivers can collect you from the airport or anywhere on the island.
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Best time to come
Amed is lovely all year. The dry season (roughly April to October) brings the calmest seas and clearest sunrises.
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Who it is for
Everyone: solo travellers, friends, couples, beginners and experienced yogis. Classes are adapted to all levels.
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What to bring
Light clothes, a sarong for temple visits, reef-safe sunscreen and your snorkel mask. We provide all yoga props.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a yoga retreat at Life in Amed cost?
It depends on your room, the length of your stay and what you add (classes, meals, massages, excursions). Rooms start at US$75 per night including breakfast, and drop-in classes cost 100,000 IDR (80,000 IDR for hotel guests). Send us your dates and we will send you a personalised quote.
I am a complete beginner. Is this retreat for me?
Absolutely. Our classes are open to all levels and kept small, so the teacher can give you personal attention. Our peaceful garden shala is a beautiful place for your very first class.
Can I come on my own?
Yes, many of our retreat guests travel solo. Amed is a safe, friendly village and our team will help you with excursions, transport and anything else you need.
How long should my retreat be?
Our Bali Bliss package is three nights, but you can stay as long as you like. Five to seven nights gives you time to really settle in. There is a two-night minimum in high season.
Can I combine yoga with diving or snorkelling?
Yes. The reef in front of the hotel is perfect for snorkelling, and our partner dive centre picks you up at the hotel for dives, including the famous Liberty wreck in Tulamben. Many guests do yoga in the morning and dive in between.
Do you cater for vegan and gluten-free diets?
Yes. We were the first restaurant in Amed to serve vegan dishes and organic salads, and we have many gluten-free options, including pancakes and cakes.
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