November 18-24 • North Bali
Altar of Her
Women’s Initation Retreat
into the Animate Goddess
Join Evy and Purnama on an initiation retreat into the Tantrik goddess tradition
In this 7-day retreat, we take the goddess off the altar of conceptualisation and feel her, sing with her, bath in her waters in ritual, prayer, offerings, creative art practices, somatics & sadhana at the sacred waters of Yeh Mampeh (also known as Les Waterfall) in northern Bali.
Through somatics, embodiment, mantra, ritual, prayer and inner process work we come into relationship with the goddess as a living, breathing, animate force of creation.
We will give offerings to the land as we journey to the sacred sites, softening into the bonds of sisterhood as we re-weave the broken chords of ancestral patterns, finding our way home into harmony with the sacred mandala.
We will bathe in the healing waters of Yeh Mampeh, pilgrim to ancient temples, learn to make traditional Balinese offerings with elders from the land and be in prayer and devotion to the land of Mama Bali.
Daily Sadhana, Embodiment journeys, voice liberation and inner process work will complete the retreat program.
Woman, you are the altar,
not the sacrifice.
Many ancient wisdom cultures have honored the Goddess for eons.
In the rivers and springs. In the cycles of the moon. In the wisdom of the body. In the mystery of birth, death, creation, and transformation.
Until for generations, women have been taught to sacrifice.
To make themselves smaller, tending to others' needs. To carry, hold, nurture, and give, often at the expense of their own vitality, truth, and sacredness.
This retreat is a rememberance and a reclamation of our innate śakti,
our power as women.
You are not here to diminish yourself. You are life itself. The prayer. The vessel. The temple. The sacred ground upon which creation unfolds.
For seven days, we gather amongst mountains, songs, prayers, and sisterhood.
To sit at the feet of the Goddess until we recognize Her in ourselves.
This retreat is for you if ...
... you miss living in a world that feels enchanted, alive, and animate.
... you long for deep human connections and yearn to be held in genuine sisterhood.
... something inside you is asking to slow down, listen deeply, and return to what truly matters.
... you feel called to pray, sing, create, express, grieve, celebrate, and remember alongside other women.
... you long for a spiritual path that honours the body, the voice, the heart, and the Earth as sacred.
You do not need to be an experienced practitioner, singer, yogi, or devotee. Only a willingness to show up with curiosity, openness, and a sincere heart. ♡
Our Playground
Held at Bumi Cinta - meaning “Earth Love” in Indonesian - this eco-luxury sanctuary is nestled in the mountains of one of Bali’s last untouched regions, where the aliveness of the land and the depth of Balinese culture can still be deeply felt. Rooted in reverence for Mother Earth, Bumi Cinta is devoted to sustainable living, presence, and conscious community.
Why we love Bumi Cinta:
↠ Thoughtfully designed bamboo architecture by renowned architect Pablo Luna, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape and inviting a deep sense of harmony with nature.
↠ Expansive ocean views that inspire spaciousness, perspective, and awe.
↠ A beautiful wellness area featuring an infrared sauna, steam room, dry sauna, cold plunge, swimming pool, and spaces to deeply rest and rejuvenate.
↠ Nourishing farm-to-table meals prepared with love using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
↠ Nestled in the mountains of North Bali, offering cooler temperatures, fresh air, serenity and a welcome retreat from the heat and busyness of the south.
↠ Surrounded by lush jungle, waterfalls, and the vibrant beauty of one of Bali's most untouched regions.
↠ Intimate and peaceful spaces designed for reflection, connection, and immersion in the retreat experience.
↠ A strong commitment to sustainability, conscious living, and reverence for the Earth.
↠ The feeling that time slows down here, allowing you to truly arrive, breathe, and be present.
What awaits you:
Daily Devi Sadhana & Satsangs
Each day, we will journey into a different aspect of the Goddess through devotional practice, embodied teachings, journal reflections and asanas. Drawing from Tantrik philosophy and lived spiritual practice, these morning sessions invite the wisdom of the Devi from concept into direct experience, offering tools and insights that can continue to nourish your path long after the retreat.
Balinese Rituals & Offerings
Water is at the heart of Balinese spirituality and purification. Together we will immerse in the healing waters of waterfalls, springs, and sacred sites, engaging in ritual practices that invite cleansing, renewal, prayer, and deeper connection to the living spirit of the land.
Somatic & Embodiment Practices
The Goddess is not only found in temples and texts, but within the body itself. Through movement, breath, sensation awareness, and embodiment practices, we will cultivate a deeper relationship with our inner landscape, learning to listen to the wisdom that lives within.
Ceremonies & Initiations
Ceremony is one of humanity's oldest ways of marking transitions, deepening connection, and entering into relationship with the sacred. Throughout the retreat, we will gather in a variety of ceremonies inspired by both Balinese and devotional traditions, creating space for prayer, intention, celebration, and remembrance, stepping beyond ordinary time and into the mystery.
Voice Liberation & Sacred Song
The voice is one of our most powerful pathways into authenticity, devotion, and self-expression. Through guided practices, chanting, and in kirtan, we will gently open the voice, dissolve inhibitions, and reconnect with the joy and medicine of sound.
Sisterhood, Integration & Relaxation Time
Alongside the practices and pilgrimages, there will be spaciousness to simply be. Surrounded by mountains, the ocean in view, and in the company of like-spirited sisters, you will have time to rest, reflect, and reconnect with the natural rhythms that support healing and renewal.
You will leave with:
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A deeper and more embodied relationship with the Goddess and her many faces.
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Practical rituals, mantras, and devotional practices to continue nourishing your spiritual path at home.
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Greater trust in your intuition, inner wisdom, and unique expression.
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A more liberated relationship with your voice, creativity, and authentic self.
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Renewed connection to your body as a source of guidance, power, and sacred intelligence.
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Meaningful friendships and a circle of sisters who have witnessed and walked alongside your journey.
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A deeper understanding of Balinese spiritual culture and its teachings of harmony, devotion, and reciprocity.
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Memories of sacred sites, ceremonies, songs, prayers, and moments that will continue to live in your heart.
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Greater clarity around what is ready to be released and what is ready to be welcomed into your life.
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A sense of belonging—to yourself, to the Earth, and to something larger than the individual self.
Above all...
Leave with the remembrance that the Goddess is not separate from you. She is not only found in temples, myths, or ancient stories, but within your own body, your voice, your intuition, your courage, your tenderness, and your capacity to love. The journey home begins with remembering what has always been there. ♡
Evy Ferraro
... is a senior teacher and co‑founder of The Mythic Movement School, specializing in Non‑Dual Tantra, somatics, and embodied yoga.
She holds a First‑Class B.A. in Dance Science and over 2,500 hours of Yoga teacher training, bodywork and multiple somatic modalities, weaving ancient animate wisdom and somatic technology to support embodied awakening.
For more than two decades she has led 200 and 300‑hour teacher trainings, women’s retreats, and transformative immersions, and served as a devoted practitioner of Classical Non‑Dual Saiva Tantra (Trika & Sri Vidya Lineage ) for the past seven years. Her work integrates lineage‑based practices with contemporary neuroscience, trauma-informed nervous system work, Somatics and sacred feminine awakening. Evy is a teacher, mentor and pioneer in the weaving of Somatics and Non-Dual awakening.
Purnama
... is a Balinese-Swiss singer-songwriter, ceremonialist and voice liberation guide, and teacher of indigenous, vedic, and Balinese philosophy.
Descending from a lineage of Balinese priests and temple keepers, she carries a deep understanding of ritual and ceremony in her blood. From her years of experience supporting traditional ceremonies of indigenous tribes from different parts of the world, she has gained valuable insight into how various cultures work with prayer, song, and ritual. This combination of heritage and experience is what makes her approach truly unique.
Her passion is to awaken the voice and reconnect people to their natural, intuitive expression and their inner wisdom.
For the past 7 years, Purnama has been teaching Balinese as well as Vedic & Yoga philosophy in trainings & retreats around the world, leads regular women's circles, and hosts Balinese culture immersions together with her family, as well as supporting kirtans and other sacred spaces with international musicians.
Schedule
Each day we will Immerse into a different deity - Sarasvati, Durga, Lalita, Kali & Lakshmi Devi. Here is an example of what our days together will look like (subject to change):
November 18th
Opening Ceremony with Cacao, Ritual & Song
November 19th ᪥ Sarasvati Devi
Sarasvati Satsang, Sādhanā & Embodiment practice
Pilgrimage to give offerings & bathe at Yeh Mampeh
Candlelit Singing Circle
November 20th ᪥ Durga Devi
Durga Satsang, Sādhanā & Embodiment practice
Voice Liberation Workshop
Candlelit Journalling
November 21th ᪥ Lalita Devi
Lalita Satsang, Sādhanā & Embodiment practice
Temple pilgrimage with Water Purification Ceremony, Ocean Trip
Sharing Circle & Group Process
November 22nd ᪥ Kali Ma
Kali Ma Satsang, Sādhanā & Embodiment practice
Sharing Circle & Group Process work
Fire Ceremony & Kirtan with guest musicians
November 23rd ᪥ Lakshmi Devi
Lakshmi Devi Satsang, Sādhanā & Embodiment practice
Traditional Balinese Offering making with elder Made
Sound Healing & Somatic Yin
Ecstatic dance
November 24th
Final Sādhanā & Integration
Closing Ceremony
“Purnama is a one of the best teachers I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing and loving dearly, she is otherworldly. Through her beautiful, deep shamanic teachings, she creates and inspires a sacred space where the voice can blossom into its fullest, most authentic essence.
As a woman, musician, and teacher, she embodies a beautiful, poetic blend of softness and power, modesty and mastery. Her immense talent is matched only by the vast well of wisdom she shares with such grace and humility.
Working with her has been nothing short of a gift, awakening both my voice and spirit in such a profound way.”
Sascha Martineau
Musician, Yoga Teacher & Tantric Practicioner
Investment
All investment includes:
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Welcome gift
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6 nights of accommodation at Bumi Cinta
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Daily Brunch, Dinner, Snacks throughout the day, and a tea station accessible around the clock
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All activities, practices, excursions with travel costs and ritual offerings with Evy & Purnama, and guest facilitators
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Spa facilities
Not included are:
• Transportation to North Bali
• Airport transfer
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Get in Touch
If you have any burning questions or are not sure yet whether this is the right fit, please send us a message, and we will get back to you as soon as possible!
Yā Devī Sarvabhūteṣu Śaktirūpeṇa Saṁsthitā
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai
Namo Namaḥ
To the Goddess who dwells in all beings in the form of Divine Power, we bow again and again.
from the Devi Mahatmya
