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The Third Act
creating one wild & precious life
Ubud, Bali
March 17-24, 2025
Is this you?
You’re a lifelong explorer, who loves travel, cares about the world, always learning and asking deeper questions.
Yet you feel uneasy, unsure about the future and what you truly want.
You're longing for devoted time for yoga, meditation and self inquiry: to clear your mind, calm your heart, become truly well and discover your Third Act of living.
You sense that daily pressures and distractions make it difficult to catch your breath and imagine what is possible.
You know you need to get away and find a creative and guided space to rest, play and envision your next life adventure.
You are ready, more than ready, to say yes to a transformational week.
You are ready
On arrival, you are captivated as you wander down the lush green path surrounding the sun-washed yoga shala. The quiet gentle rice fields merge into the fading light of an iconic Ubud sunset. You emerge from yoga, sensing the energy in your body. You slip into the pool before dinner, feel the warmth of the rich tropical air and the cool refreshing water, soaking it all in.
You are in sacred time
As you find your seat in the open air dining space, you gaze over the fields. Another beautiful meal awaits you. The rich spices, aromas, and the loving preparation of Balinese cuisine nourish your body and soul. Meaningful conversations engage your wonder and curiosity. You sense you are reconnecting to who you are.
The excitement grows as you realize you are in good hands. Scott, Robyn and Dan are experienced loving guides who are prepared to create community. You sense you are here in a very special community of friends. You have entered into a powerful experience of wholeness.
You are here
This is for you!
Join us if you desire
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a deeper awareness of all you offer in this Third Act of life
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clarity and inner wisdom
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time for walks, yoga, breathwork, wellness coaching and meditation
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a warm, welcoming community of guides and kindred explorers who share your love for soulful conversations, travel, friendship and discovery
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inviting delicious meals and Balinese hospitality provided by a professional resort team
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inspirational Balinese experiences: hike to swim in a dancing waterfall, nourish your weary spirit with a herbal sauna and massage, purify in flowing spring water, taste exotic flavors in a Balinese cooking class and much more
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a breathtaking experience that offers you life changing impacts far beyond Bali
Ready for self-care?
Your Third Act Awaits!
The Third Act is a season of wisdom and vitality
It is beyond two earlier acts: youth and mid-adulthood
There are new questions about meaning and purpose
It is a time to reclaim your one wild and precious life
What You Will Receive
So what can you expect if you spend a week with us in magical Bali?
What if you were inspired to live your Third Act with passion and clarity?
What if you fully realized your one wild and precious life?
What if you deeply connected with fellow explorers willing to share their hopes and wisdom?
What if you felt more alive, whole, rested, and recharged with zest for what's lies ahead?
What if you initiated healthy practices and a wellness plan for the rest of your life?
What if you discovered insights, from within, to the pressing questions you are holding?
Would that be worth coming to Bali for?
Yes, without a doubt!
Before you even arrive in Bali, you’ll start to make friendships, as we meet online for pre-retreat sessions and hear the stories that bring us together.
What You Will Experience
When you arrive from your flight, you can relax right away, as our on-the-ground team shuttles you to our resort in Ubud.
We'll take loving care of you
Our retreat days are spacious with morning yoga, mindfulness and soulful self-discovery sessions.
Afternoons offer time for relaxing and Balinese adventures at waterfalls, nearby hikes, water temples, cooking classes and herbal sauna baths.
All our adventures are included!
Evenings provide a time to deepen connections over a beautiful shared dinner, to savor a relaxing bath, and dive into a restful sleep.
You'll have freedom to explore the sacredness and charm of Ubud.
You are welcome to it all.
And the best experience, in a word...
Bali
Our Venue
Nearby, yet set apart, from the busy center of Ubud, nestled in tranquil rice fields is Boutique Rice Fields Resort. This intimate resort offers a private, serene and quiet home amidst lush natural greenery. The resort boasts luxurious rooms furnished with modern Balinese décor.
The resort offers its guests an original escape including an onsite restaurant, lounge, spa, pool and yoga shala. All rooms are air-conditioned, has an ensuite bathroom with luxurious stone bathtub. Each room has a patio and is equipped with your choice of a king bed or split twins.
The resort team is warm, welcoming and helpful, poised and waiting to assist and support all your needs. Amongst these gentle Balinese people, you will feel at home.
Spoil yourself and relax in this peaceful oasis
The Cuisine
You will love the volcanic Indonesian island cuisine of Bali.
It absolutely explodes with flavor.
Compared to the food in most other parts of Indonesia, Balinese cuisine is super unique.
It’s filled with signature spices and intense flavors.
You’ll definitely think it’s all lezat (delicious)!
What is Included & What is Not Included
Included
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Pre-retreat Online Gatherings
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Private Airport Transfers in A/C Vehicles
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Morning Yoga and Circle Sessions
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Mindset Coaching Session
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Seven Nights Accommodation
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All Private Rooms w/ A/C & Ensuite
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Seven Delicious Breakfasts
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Seven Beautiful Dinners
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Evening Soulful Conversations
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Pool and Yoga Shala
Included Extra Adventures!
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Balinese Welcome Ceremony
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Water Healing Ceremony
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Balinese Offering Making Session
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Goa Raja Waterfall Excursion
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Traditional Balinese Cooking Class
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Boreh Sauna, Scrub and Massage
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Mala Bead Workshop
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Grab bags and gifts!
Not Included
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Airfare to Bali
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Daily Lunches (explore!)
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Souvenir Shopping, Massages at the Spa, Laundry
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Gratuities
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Travel medical insurance *required
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Trip cancellation insurance
Flight Information
Denpasar International Airport
(I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport)
Arrive by 4:00 pm on March 17, 2025.
A return shuttle between the airport and the resort is included (1 hour ride)
Depart on the afternoon of March 24, 2024.
Included Experiences
Included in your retreat costs are a series of amazing Bali adventures and experiences, immersed in the hospitality of the Balinese people. They carry a warmth in their smiles and generous spirits.
Some experiences involve a short ride to a nearby location.
Your Retreat Guides
Robyn, Dan & Scott
Robyn and Dan Hines are excited to guide another transformational gathering with Scott Simons: experiences that are inclusive and safe. They have led retreats throughout the world and bring their mutual love, work ethic, and complementary lineages and practices.
Robyn is a 500 RYT Yoga Facilitator. Her weeks of yoga training in Bali left a vivid memory and a longing to return. She guides gentle flow, yin yoga, meditation and breathwork. She has owned and operated a yoga studio in BC, Canada.
Dan was mentored by the Quaker activist and author Parker J. Palmer in the Circle of Trust Approach. This method uses poetry, wisdom metaphors, journal writing, visual images and disciplined listening and speaking. He has facilitated these soulful encounters with thousands of people in various professions and organizations.
Fun facts!
Robyn is all about details; Dan is a big picture dreamer!
Dan is a published poet, ordained Anglican priest and also managed a zoo.
Robyn is a serious clean freak who loves to play.
They co-created an intentional housing co-operative.
For the summer months, they live in the southern Okanagan Valley in BC, Canada. They offer guests sailing adventures on their yacht ‘Anam Cara’.
Scott Simons
Scott's mission is to inspire a daily wellness practice. He has dedicated his life to this mission.
This led him to co-found four social businesses: the Padua Community Wellness Center, DESTA Black Community Network, Organik Corporate Health, and just recently, the Be Human Club.
With over 2000 hours of training, he has shared his knowledge as a yoga, meditation and breath training teacher, as well as a Mindset Coach.
He's had the privilege of delivering hundreds of talks in schools, community centers, and corporate settings. He's also an Ambassador for Spa Scandinave, where he accompanies guests through regenerative hot and cold therapy experiences.
His greatest source of inspiration always remains his daily practice.
Scott is sharing his wisdom and practices all week and is available during the retreat for one-on-one mindset coaching and for developing a personal wellness plan.
Fun facts!
Scott is an avid collector of athletic shoes. He has over 40 pairs and has an abiding fascination with Michael Jordan.
Scott was also arrested once for selling Christmas Trees in New York City.
