Sixth Element Bali
Let the elements turn you inward
At Keramas, the day’s backdrop shifts from rice fields to the Indian Ocean, while practice turns attention inward. Sixth Element Bali hosts yoga retreats and teacher training built around intelligent asana, breathwork, meditation, and self-inquiry. Its name points to intuitive consciousness: an inner guiding sense cultivated alongside the classical elements, rather than a separate formal lineage. Sessions may include somatic yoga and periods of noble silence, with the surrounding surf and paddies lending the setting a grounded, elemental feel. Guests stay at Nirmala Guest House in simple private or double bungalows, with a pool, spa, restaurant, and yoga studio on hand. Vegetarian, vegan, Ayurvedic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free dietary options are listed. This is a paid retreat, not a monastery, and the shape of each day depends on the program. Ask the host about current dates, meal arrangements, and retreat details before booking.
Highlights
- A practice framework centered on intuitive consciousness, the so-called sixth element
- Somatic yoga paired with breathwork, meditation, and self-inquiry
- Noble silence and sunset meditation among golden rice fields
- Bungalows at Nirmala Guest House, with private and double rooms
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Setting
Keramas Beach sits on Bali’s east coast, where rice paddies meet the Indian Ocean. The retreat setting brings surf sounds and open green fields into the experience, with dawn practice and sunset meditation described as part of its elemental mood.
The practice
The center combines yoga postures, breathwork, meditation, and self-inquiry, with an emphasis on listening to an inner guiding sense it calls intuitive consciousness. For newcomers, this means a practical mix of movement and quieter attention rather than adherence to a named lineage. Somatic yoga and periods of noble silence may feature; ask about the level and format of a specific retreat before joining.
A typical day
Daily structure varies by retreat, so confirm it with the center. Programs evoke dawn practice with ocean breezes and sunset meditation in the fields, but exact wake times, meals, free periods, and evening sessions depend on the retreat you choose.
Accommodation
Guests stay at Nirmala Guest House in simple, breezy bungalows among the paddies. Private and double rooms are listed, along with air conditioning in rooms and free Wi-Fi.
What to bring
Pack comfortable clothes for yoga and meditation, plus light layers for quiet sitting. Bali averages 26.3°C; January, May, and October are among the wettest months, so a compact rain layer is useful then.
How to get there
The address is Jl. Pantai Betuas No.5, Medahan, in Gianyar near Keramas Beach. The center’s travel directions describe taking a car from Denpasar I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, around an hour away, with ride-hailing apps such as Grab or Gojek; confirm the route with the host.
Nearest airport: Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) (63 km)
Kalimarau Airport (BEJ) is listed as approximately 63 km away, but it is near Tanjung Redeb on Borneo, not Bali. Confirm the correct arrival airport and transfer plan with the center before booking.
Nearest city: Tanjung Redeb - Borneo Island
Contact the center directly to ask about dates and make a reservation.
Retreats are paid, but prices are not listed here; ask the center for current rates and what each program includes.
Climate
Climate Zone: Tropical
Best Months: Jul, Sep, Jun
Avoid: Jan, May, Oct
Gianyar is warm year-round, with an annual average temperature of 26.3°C. July, May, and November are among the warmest months; January through March are comparatively cooler. June, July, and September tend to be driest, while January, May, and October are wetter.
Location
Frequently asked questions
What is the setting like for practice at Sixth Element Bali?
The retreat is by Keramas Beach, where rice paddies meet the Indian Ocean. Programs may include dawn practice and sunset meditation in the fields.
Can beginners join the yoga sessions?
The practice includes asana, breathwork, meditation, and self-inquiry. Ask the center which upcoming retreats suit your experience level.
What food and dietary options are available?
A restaurant is listed, along with vegetarian, vegan, Ayurvedic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free dietary options. Ask the host which options are included with your retreat.
How do I book a retreat or teacher training?
Contact the center directly to confirm dates, availability, and reservation details.
What airport should I use to reach the Bali address?
Confirm this with the host before booking flights. The address is in Bali, but the named airport details point to Kalimarau Airport on Borneo.
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