Yoga + Hot Pilates in Bali with Linda and Jordan 2025

Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia

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Linda McGrath
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Apr 25 - May 5, 2025
Group size: 14 - 30
Yoga + Hot Pilates in Bali with Linda and Jordan 2025
Ubud, Gianyar, Bali, Indonesia

Linda McGrath
  • Email address verified
28 reviews

Apr 25 - May 5, 2025
Group size: 14 - 30

About this trip

Join Linda and Jordan for a magical week of yoga and hot pilates on one of the juiciest islands on the planet. In Bali, every local has an art that they practice actively, and every moment is lived as a miracle. Come immerse yourself in this gorgeous culture, and enjoy extraordinary massages, ancient temple-hopping, and adventuring through spectacular rice fields. We are staying at one of the most awarded boutique resorts on the island, where every wish comes true.



Wake up to the sound of birds, hop in your outdoor shower, then join the guided walk through the rice fields, or go for a luxurious swim in the pool. Meditate overlooking the jungle gorge or just sleep in.

Breakfast is at your leisure and probably the best you've ever had. That's what people have said again and again, and we agree. 


The morning practice is two hours (alternating 2 hours of yoga, or 1 hour of Hot Pilates + 1 hour of Yoga), in a pavilion perched on a cliff looking down on a river and lush tropical forests. There are no words to describe the view. Time stops and all goodness is restored in the world.


The entire afternoon is open for you to enjoy lunch by the pool or join excursions, head to the beach, or visit spectacular temples, check yourself into the spa, or do some serious shopping in downtown Ubud. 


The evening class is an hour (Hot Pilates or Yoga) to get us out in time for a sunset swim or maybe a second massage that day (trust us!).


Dinner will be either out on the town with the group or with a few friends, maybe enjoying a dance performance, or a 5-course gourmet indulgence in the private salon of Michelin-starred Mozaik, or just quiet time for you to restore. 


All classes will cater to all levels; also, they are all optional. Pick and choose from what is offered based on how you feel - choose a little or choose a lot.


Join us!


ABOUT LINDA

Linda is the founder and owner of YogaSource Los Gatos, Silicon Valley's premier yoga studio. Linda has trained in both the US and India in Vinyasa, Ashtanga, Power, Pilates, Yoga Tune Up, Yin and Vipassana meditation. She is a student of modern Buddhism, Jungian psychology and functional movement. Her yoga classes are a playful and masterful blend of precision, elegance, and breath. 



ABOUT JORDAN

After several years of Martial Arts, Jordan found her way to yoga as means to heal and rehab her body. After falling in love with strength, grace and fluidity of the practice she began her journey towards becoming an instructor. Having completed her 200hrs of Vinyasa Training she began to broaden her horizon by going through the Hot Yoga and Yin Yoga trainings. Jordan works to incorporate all she has learned on the mat and through her strength training practice to share her love of strength and grace in all her classes.

What’s included

* 7 nights accommodation at Como Uma in Ubud, named one of  "Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Indonesia" by TripAdvisor and "Spa Retreat of the Year" by Asia Spa Awards
* Gourmet Breakfast daily, as well as first first group lunch at the resort
* Morning and afternoon Yoga and Hot Pilates classes
* Manduka Mats (only bring yogitoes or travel mat to put on top)

* Transfer to Como Uma Canggu if extending your trip


Not included

* Travel Insurance (highly recommended - see Payments Policy below)
* Most lunches and dinners
* Transportation (roundtrip from SFO is a crazy $900 at the moment. Plan to arrive April 25th and leave May 2nd(or 5h if you are also doing the Canggu add-on. Airport to fly into Bali is Denpasar.)
* Spa Treatments
* Excursions


EARLY BIRD PRICING


Please see price drop-down for all available rooms


Refunds until 11/31:

A $100 administrative fee will be deducted from refund. 


Refunds 12/1 - 2/15:

A $500 administrative fee will be deducted from refund. If documented medical emergency, the fee is reduced to $100.


Refunds after 2/16:

Documented medical emergency refunds only at the resort's discretion (less $100)


Please buy travel insurance. Do not be at the mercy of the resort if something comes up.


Balances Due:

If paying deposit only, the remainder of your balance will be due no later than FEB 16th. We will email the address you provide during registration to remind you, a week ahead of that date. Due to our strict contract with the resort, we need your payment on time.  All outstanding balances on Feb 16th will default to the regular rates (an additional $200 to the early bird rates).


*HOW ROOM SHARING WORKS

If you are coming with a friend, then super easy - you just room with them.  Can't talk anyone into joining you in paradise? We will assign you with someone awesome of your gender and guarantee you won't be sharing a bed. If you are the last to sign up and there's no-one left to pair you with, we can try to work you in as a triple or you can splurge for Single. We would let you know asap.

Before You Go

Packing List

We are looking forward to seeing you in paradise! 



AIRPORT TRANSFER

Please contact the resort at contact info below to schedule your pick-up. Alternatively you can catch a ride from the airport but it may be a gamble for cost. 


SCHEDULE

April 25 is arrival day. Because everyone arrives at different times and some of us quite late, there are no activities that day.


Breakfast will be served 7am-10am the next morning in the Kemiri Restaurant. Enjoy at your leisure. Our first class is at 9am. We will have lunch as a group onsite at the Cucina restaurant at noon, including an Orientation and Q&A.


Below is the general schedule for the rest of the week. Please note that class and meal times may be subject to change depending on excursions or group activities. This is just to give you a general idea. 


Breakfast 7am - 9am

Yoga 9 - 11am

Lunch on your own 

Yoga 5:30-6:30pm

Dinners on your own


EXCURSIONS

There is a lot to do in Bali! We will go over all available excursions during our Orientation and take a poll on interest to coordinate your perfect schedule. You can study some of the options here:

http://www.comohotels.com/umaubud/experiences


Think: PACK LIGHT

Almost everything you need will be available in Bali and you just might end up buying a lot of clothing at very affordable prices. Laundry is available at the resort for reasonable prices. The only shoes you will need are flip flops or slip ons and a good pair of walking shoes. Sidewalks are uneven and the atmosphere casual, so leave your heels at home! Also, leave your expensive jewelry at home, too. Think of it as another shopping opportunity. The list below is quite extensive and you probably won’t need every item on this list!


TRAVEL:

Reading/Flight activities

Earplugs

Sleeping Mask

Travel Pillow

Passport and Copy

Itinerary

Boarding Passes


CLOTHING:

Lightweight, 100% Cotton is best. 

Shirts, capris, shorts and sundresses. Lightweight cover ups to protect from sun and bugs, and to cover shoulders for temple visits.

Swimsuit

Swimsuit cover up

Sunglasses

Glasses (reading glasses)

Sunhat foldable is best

Flip flops or slip ons

Comfortable walking shoes

Inexpensive jewelry


YOGA:

Yoga mat cover only (Mandukas are available at the resort)

Practice clothing

Reusable water bottle (refill with safe water at the hotel - avoid Bali Belly!)


TOILETRIES:

Sunscreen 

Mosquito Repellant

Prescriptions

Toothbrush and paste

Deodorant

Shampoo/Conditioner

Body wash/ soap

Hair ties/Accessories

Razor

Makeup

Feminine Hygiene

Wet naps

Tissue packs

Any Travel medicines you prefer: ibuprofen, immodium, anti-itch lotions, cortisone creme (in case of skin irritation), etc


ACCESSORIES:

Backpack

Small purse/money belt

Camera

Journal

TSA approved travel locks on every zipper of your checked luggage: do it!


FUNDS:

Wallet

Cash ($100 bills 2004 or newer) - we recommend you bring at least $200 for tips, market shopping etc...

Credit Cards (Be sure to notify your company that you will be out of the country so they won’t put a stop on your card)

ATM Cards




TECHNOLOGY:

Cell phone & charger - get international package if planning on using cellular data

Computer & charger

Tablet & charger

Camera & charger

Headphones or earbuds

Adapters - In Bali, the electric plugs are type C, F and G. You will need a voltage converter and plug adapter in order to use US appliances. Your rooms are equipped with 2 international plugs already.


INCLUDED


Staying at one of the nicest resorts on the island means you're just 10 minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown yet you'd never know it. The resort also offers:


· Welcome drink.

· Complimentary daily replenished in room fruit basket.

· Complimentary WIFI access in the room.

· Complimentary WIFI Internet access in most of the hotel.

· Complimentary daily guided morning walk.

· Complimentary shuttle to and from downtown Ubud, leaving every 2 hours

· Complimentary use of sauna, steam, gym and swimming pool.



WEATHER

Expect highs in the mid 80s and lows in the mid 70s. Expect quick but torrential showers and high humidity. Due to the tropical environment, you will want to keep good care of any clothing that may be wet. Dry thoroughly outside when it’s sunny to prevent mold. 


Hotel Contact Info

Uma by COMO, Ubud Bali Jalan Raya Sanggingan

Banjar Lungsiakan Kedewatan Ubud

Gianyar 80571 Bali Indonesia


Tel +62 361 972 448

Fax + 62 361 972 449

Email: uma.ubud@comohotels.com

Website: http://www.comohotels.com/umaubud




NEW! Optional 3 DAYS in surfy CANGGU

Stay an extra 3 days in paradise from May 2-5  but this time on the coast, in the latest, hippest surf spot on the island: CANGGU.

Breakfast is included. We stay at the resort owned by the same group as the one in Ubud.

Start with a 2-hour class in the morning, and the rest of the day is yours to go surfing (or learn how), go shopping, flirt with the surf instructors, ride a Deus Ex Machina motorcycle into the sunset (holding your surfboards), get a tattoo, go out dancing, and eat the most insane food. Do it!

The rooms are stunning and brand new, each with a privately enclosed patio and a King bed. Choose to room by yourself or share a King with someone.

Choose the Canggu add-on at checkout. 

Available Packages

Room w Balcony Twin beds (2ppl share)
Deposit:$750
Not Available

Our cheapest option is still a gorgeous room with your own private balcony complete with a daybed to lay in outside and write secrets in your journal as you listen to the jungle.

Price is per person so if paying for both you and your roommate, select this package twice.



$2,399
Deposit:$750
Room w Balcony King (2ppl share)
Deposit:$750
Not Available

Our cheapest option is still a gorgeous room with your own private balcony complete with a daybed to lay in outside and write secrets in your journal as you listen to the jungle.   


Price is per person, so if paying for both you and your roommate, select this package twice.

$2,399
Deposit:$750
Room w Balcony King Single - not shared
Deposit:$750
Only 1 left

Our cheapest option is still a gorgeous room with your own private balcony complete with a daybed to lay in outside and write secrets in your journal as you listen to the jungle.   

Price is per person so if you want to share the room with someone, select one of the shared options instead.

$3,699
Deposit:$750
Room w Garden Twin Beds (2ppl share)
Deposit:$750

A beautiful room with your own private garden overlooking the jungle.     

Price is per person so if paying for both you and your roommate, select this package twice.

$2,499
Deposit:$750
Room w Garden King (2ppl share)
Deposit:$750

A beautiful room with your own private garden overlooking the jungle.     


Price is per person so if paying for both you and your roommate, select this package twice.

$2,499
Deposit:$750
Room w Garden King single - not shared
Deposit:$750
6 left

A beautiful room with your own private garden overlooking the jungle.      


Price is per person so if you want to share the room with someone, select one of the shared options instead.

$3,899
Deposit:$750
Villa w pool Rollaway Bed (3 ppl share)
Deposit:$750
6 left

A villa with its own private garden and pool will be one of the most stunning places you'll ever sleep in.  


The room has two twin beds for your two friends and one rollaway bed for you, so you get a $200 discount.  


Price is per person.

$2,599
Deposit:$750
Villa w Pool twin bed (3 ppl share)
Deposit:$750
6 left

A villa with its own private garden and pool will be one of the most stunning places you'll ever sleep in.

The room has two twin beds (you get one) and one rollaway bed.

Price is per person.

$2,799
Deposit:$750
Villa w pool King (2ppl share)
Deposit:$750
4 left

Share a magnificent villa with your private pool and garden with a special someone.

Price is per person so if paying for both, select this package twice.

$2,999
Deposit:$750
Villa w Pool twin bed (2 ppl sharing)
Deposit:$750
$2,999
Deposit:$750
Villa w Pool King Single - not shared
Deposit:$750
Only 2 left

A villa with its own private garden and pool will be one of the most stunning places you'll ever sleep in.


Price is per person so if you want to share this villa with someone, select one of the shared options instead.

$4,699
Deposit:$750

Available options

CANGGU / KING bedroom (Single Occupancy)
$1,299

A beautiful brand new room by the ocean with fully private patio

CANGGU / King bedroom (Shared Occupancy)
$849

A beautiful brand new room by the ocean with fully private patio with King Bed to be shared with someone else.



Itinerary

Guided Walk
Morning

Your Organizer


LM
Linda McGrath
28 reviews
ABOUT LINDA Linda is the founder and owner of YogaSource Los Gatos, Silicon Valley's premier yoga studio. She leads workshops, conferences and retreats in the US and internationally. As the Director of the YogaSource Teacher Training Institute since its inception in 2006, she has nurtured hundreds of successful yoga instructors from across the country.

Reviews

This retreat was long anticipated and exceeded all of my expectations! The resort/location was amazing, the food was 5 star and plentiful and the classes were the BEST! I loved our group and the people I met too. The only suggestions I would make would be to spread out the timing of the excursions, allowing us to take both morning classes and eat brunch without feeling so rushed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the love you poured into this incredible experience. I truly feel restored and energized.
By Lisa B for Yoga + Hot Pilates with Linda and Leroy 2024 on Feb 15, 2024
SV
The trip was really well organized, with a set workout schedule and lots of good food. I met a lot of amazing people on the trip and made a lot of great memories. The only thing I would request is that the workouts start earlier in the morning so that we have more time to enjoy the day before the evening workout. I can't wait for next year's trip!
By Sophia V for Yoga + Hot Pilates with Linda and Leroy 2023 on Mar 17, 2023
The 2023 Yoga + Pilates Mashup was amazing! Linda and Leroy are the best and most motivating instructors - truly inspirational. The Amansala resort in Tulum is incredible! This was my third trip and I’m ready to sign up for 2024 now!! For me the experience is truly plug and play. I don’t have to make any decisions, or plans, in Tulum if I don’t want to. While at the same time, they have a great set of curated and affordable activities if you like.
By Nicole N for Yoga + Hot Pilates with Linda and Leroy 2023 on Mar 14, 2023
SM
This trip was magical. So many pieces came together to make this experience exciting, nourishing and seamless. The daily classes were energizing and empowering. Each afternoon you were free to explore the magnificent land of Bali and immerse yourself in its culture. The COMO Uma Ubud was a wonderful place to stay - a great balance of luxurious and comfortable. What stayed with me the most is the subtle ways in which Linda and Sam created and experience for a community to take shape. I instantly felt connected to people I had never met. I spent many long breakfasts, afternoons of exploring and evenings of laughing with the group. Everyone came together organically and yet you also felt comfortable doing exactly what you needed/wanted to do that day if you wanted to go it alone. I'm not sure words can completely express how much of an impact this trip makes on you - it starts with the hosts who seemed to look at every detail to create an intentional and meaningful experience. I'm already planning on returning next year!
By Stephanie M for Yoga + Hot Pilates in Bali with Linda and Samantha 2022 on Nov 22, 2022
Linda and Leroy are amazing! Lots of HP and Yoga to kick start the engine. The Amansala Eco resort is a terrific blend of authentic Tulum and posh. Great beds, pillows, towels, etc… and literally on the beach. The food is wonderful - clean and satisfying. And there is lots to do with tours, activities, beach, town - many curated for the group and very affordable.
By Nicole N for Yoga + Hot Pilates with Linda and Leroy 2022 on Mar 13, 2022
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