March 10-21, 2025
BALI FIRE DANCE RETREAT
Teachers: Vojta stolbenko, lucero Ponce, gustavo ollitta, luke o'connell
Guest teachers: Ivan "Mel" Gorbunov, Alexander Nagachevskyi

Join us at the Bali Fire Dance Retreat for an unforgettable experience! Immerse yourself in the beauty of Bali as you explore ancient temples, embark on thrilling adventures, and dive deep into the world of Flow Arts.

With daily workshops led by incredible teachers, you’ll learn and refine your skills in many Flow Arts disciplines, Fire Dancing, and more. Get inspired, meet new friends, and become part of a vibrant, supportive community—all while surrounded by the magic of Bali’s landscapes and culture.

Worskshops; Poi, Buugeng, Hula Hoop, Contact Staff, Handstands, Silk Fans, Belly Dance, Long Staff, Staff Juggling, Double Staffs, Meteor, Body Movement, Dragon Kite, Yoga & Conditioning, and more!

VOJTA STOLBENKO
Poi, Long Staff, Staff Juggling, Body Movement

Meet Vojta, the tech-savvy dance and acrobatics wizard from the Czech Republic. Far from your average performer, Vojta is a true pioneer in the world of Poi spinning. With his innovative style and out-of-the-box techniques, he’s reshaped the art of Poi, introducing jaw-dropping moves that have taken the flow arts community by storm.


With over a decade of experience as a professional fire performer, Vojta has performed with top artistic troupes across the globe. His journey has been enriched by collaborations with renowned groups like Supercho, Mandalights, Cercle de Feu, Fusion Arts, and the Phoenix Fire Dancers. These experiences have not only broadened his horizons but also fostered a sense of community within the global performance arts scene. Currently, he shares the stage with fellow Czech performers Tom Hora and Kristina Zebrova.


Vojta’s passion for Poi extends beyond performing—he’s dedicated to teaching and inspiring others through workshops and retreats worldwide. Not only is he a master spinner, but he’s also a talented videographer, producing epic Poi videos, including the widely viewed “The Future Is Now.” For those looking to learn from the best, Vojta offers over 150 Poi tutorials on his platform PoiTutorials.com. Check out his work and dive into his world by visiting his website below!

lucero ponce
hoop, silk fans, belly dance

Meet Lucero Ponce, the Peruvian Flow Artist extraordinaire! Specializing in Hula Hoop, Belly Dance, Buugeng, and Balancing tricks, she’s all about finding her inner balance.

Lucero’s journey into body expression began in 2010 with modern, belly, and contemporary dance. That same year, she discovered the world of yoga and meditation. In 2015, she embraced Flow Arts, starting with Hula Hoop and blending her dance background with other Flow Arts disciplines. In 2018, after seven years of yoga practice, she traveled to Thailand to become a certified Yoga Teacher with 200 hours of training.

Lucero and Gustavo, the dynamic duo behind Equilibra, have performed across 25 countries, dazzling audiences at festivals, retreats, TV shows, and high-profile events worldwide. Always evolving, they continue to push the boundaries of Flow Arts, circus, and dance. Get ready for a whirlwind of creativity from these global performers!

Gustavo Ollitta
Buugeng, dragon kite, handstands

Meet Gustavo Ollitta, the Brazilian circus wizard and master of Buugeng, Poi, Slack Rope, and Balancing tricks.

Gustavo’s journey into object manipulation began in 2007 with Poi, but the real magic happened in 2009 when he discovered Buugeng. In 2010, he released his first Buugeng video on YouTube, titled “Flow,” which racked up over 2.5 million views. This viral hit catapulted him into the spotlight as the Buugeng sensation.

In 2011, Gustavo enrolled in the Contemporary Circus course at Scuola di Cirko Vertigo, Italy. There, he expanded his skills to include Slack Rope, handstands, and a range of performance and teaching techniques, making him a true circus powerhouse with Brazilian flair!

Luke O'Connell
double staff, yoga & conditioning

Luke fell in love with Flow Arts and Circus as a teenager, and 17 years later, his passion for dance and movement has taken him on an incredible journey. He’s a pro with Single and Double Staff, Poi, Fire Fans, Dragon Staff, and even Fire Eating and Sword performances. In 2016, Luke took his skills global, touring Europe and the UK, wowing audiences. Now based in the Netherlands, he continues performing with his group Luminosity while collaborating with Lumino, Lights in Motion, and Super Cho.

Luke’s excited to share his expertise with a mix of Yoga, Meditation, and Double Staff mastery. Whether you’re a seasoned Flow Artist or just beginning, he offers a fun and rewarding experience. You’ll dive into dynamic and static stretching, flexibility tips, and strength training, all designed to enhance your Flow Arts journey. This retreat is one you won’t want to miss!

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what you'll all get
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– 6h+ of workshops every day
– super amazing international teachers
– individual questions
– 12+ props /diciplines to learn

all INCLUSIVE!

– Accommodation at a 3-star Private Jungle Resort
– 3 amazing Buffets a day
(March 10-16)
– Breakfast included March 17-21

culture & adventure

– Visit ancient Temples
– See the famous Rice Fields
– Hike up a Volcano
– Taste the local delicacies
& the best fresh chocolate ever!

relax in nature

– Unwind and recharge. The resort is situated between rice fields and the jungle!
– Relax at the private pool
- Get a massage

BALI ROOM CHOICE

THE PRICES BELOW ALL INCLUDE:
– Your Accommodation of choice at the 3-Star Resort
– All the Workshops
– Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Buffet from March 10-16 (including drinks with the buffet)
– Breakfast Buffet March 17-21
(as we’ll be out exploring, lunch and dinner will be at different locations every day. If you choose to stay at the resort, you can order à la carte)

Bedding, towels, and soap will be provided for all the different accommodation choices at Puri Saron.

TRIPLE suite

– Occupancy: 3 people
– Single beds, or a double bed for a couple
– Same-gender bedrooms are available. Give your preferences for sharing the room with the same- or another gender. We can’t guarantee we can fulfill your preferences, but we’ll do our best to make it work.

Triple Suite, price per person for March 10-21: 950 euros
March 10-17: 875 euros per person
Early Bird price: book before the 1st of November and get a discount of 25 euros! Lazy Bird prices after the 10th of February are +50 euros

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Twin suite

– Occupancy: 2 people
– Single beds, or a double bed for a couple
– Same-gender bedrooms are available. Give your gender preference to share the room
– Shared Bathroom with multiple rooms

Twin Suite, price per person for March 10-21: 1175 euros
March 10-17: 1075 euros per person
Early Bird price: book before the 1st of November and get a discount of 25 euros! Lazy Bird prices after the 10th of February are +50 euros

BOOK NOW – 4 MORE BEDS AVAILABLE

Premium Twin suite

Occupancy: 2 people
– Single beds, or a double bed for a couple
– Same-gender bedrooms are available. Give your gender preference to share the room
– Private Bathroom

Twin Suite, price per person for March 10-21: 1335 euros
March 10-17: 1175 euros per person
Early Bird price: book before the 1st of November and get a discount of 25 euros! Lazy Bird prices after the 10th of February are +50 euros

BOOK NOW – 4 MORE BEDS AVAILABLE

Paradise suite

Occupancy: 1 person
– Double bed
– Private Bedroom
– Private Bathroom

Paradise Suite, price per person for March 10-21: 1775 euros
March 10-17: 1575 euros per person
Early Bird price: book before the 1st of November and get a discount of 50 euros! Lazy Bird prices after the 10th of February are +50 euros

BOOK NOW – 8 MORE BEDS AVAILABLE

what's all included?
what's not included?
Buy your ticket

The Tickets are exclusively available on the Flow Arts Shop website

How to reserve my ticket?

Buy the deposit ticket at Flow Arts Shop for your room of choice. You will receive your order confirmation message and a second email
containing the Info PDF with all the info about the retreat. The rest of the fee is due at the start of the retreat.

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Come toghether!

If you would like to bring your partner, friend, parent, or child who will not be participating in the workshops, there will be a 15% discount on the retreat fee.
The person will not participate in the Flow Arts workshops, but all the other things will be included: accommodation, all meals, and also taking part in the yoga classes is included. After buying your deposit tickets, please note that your partner, friend, parent, or child doesn’t take part in the workshops, and the remaining fee will be edited.

ALL LEVELS ARE WELCOME

All skill levels are welcome to join all workshops! We offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced options for most techniques, with Poi workshops split into different levels to ensure the best experience for everyone.

WEEK SCHEDULE

The retreat is split into two parts: workshops and exploring Bali. The first part is mainly about Flow Arts workshops (with some small trips), and the last part, starting from the 17th, is mainly about trips, with some spontaneous workshops and Flow jams. You can book only the first part and leave on the 17th, but if you can, it’s, of course, way more fun to join everything!

  • Monday, March 10th, is the day of arrival at the resort, and check-in starts at 3pm. We begin with a dinner and an orientation meeting
  • March 11-16: Workshops! Five full workshop days, one day with one afternoon trip in the middle, and possible evening outings
  • March 17-20: Explore Bali! (There will be spontaneous workshops and many Flow Jams!) Daily trips to temples, beaches, rice terraces, a volcano hike, and iconic spots. You decide per day if you want to join the journey, or stay at the resort (or do your own thing)
  • March 21st; leaving day…
    (Or not if you decide to stay longer at the resort ;))
THE DAILY SCHEDULE

We’ll have two indoor, airconditioned workshop spaces plus an outdoor, shaded area to train. This is an example of the daily schedule;

  • 8:00 – 9:00 Yoga with Luke
  • 9:00 – 10:00 Breakfast buffet
  • 10:00 – 11:15 Poi Beginners AND Flow Arts Workshops
  • 11:45 – 13:00 Poi Intermediate AND Flow Arts Workshops
  • 13:00 – 14:00 Lunch buffet
  • 15:00 – 16:30 Flow Arts Workshops
  • 17:00 – 18:30 Flow Arts Workshops
  • 19:00 Dinner buffet

WORKSHOPS: Poi, Buugeng, Hula Hoop, Contact Staff, Handstands, Silk Fans, Belly Dance, Long Staff, Staff Juggling, Double Staffs, Meteor, Body Movement, Dragon Kite, Yoga & Conditioning, and more!

BALI'S CLIMATE

March marks the end of the rainy season, bringing a perfect blend of fresh air, lush green jungle scenery, and comfortable temperatures for training. We might experience some rain, but the weather is generally pleasant, with daytime temperatures ranging from 22 to 31 degrees Celsius (72 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit) and an average of 7 hours of sunshine daily!
It’s also a quieter time to visit, as the high season begins in April. When we explore temples and other iconic spots, we’ll enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere and have the freedom to move around with ease.

FAQ BALI

When? March 10-21, 2025

The full retreat is from March 10-21. The first part, with mainly workshops is March 10-17. And the second part with mainly trips is March 17-21.

You can book March 10-17 if you need to leave earlier. It's not obligatory to stay for the whole retreat.

 

You can extend your stay at the Puri Saron resort depending on availibility before or after the retreat.

Where?

The retreat will be happening at a resort around 30 mins north of Ubud, Bali.

The main airport in Bali is the ”Ngurah Rai International Airport” located 13 km south of Denpasar.
 
A great website for comparing different flight rates is https://www.kiwi.com
 

We can arrange taxi service to pick you up from the airport. The fee will be around 20$ one way, depending on how many people can be picked up at once. It will take around 1,5 hour to get to the resort from the airport.

There is public transport going to Ubud, form there you can only take a taxi for the last 15 km to the resort. https://kura2bus.com/page/bus_lines

Do I need a visa for Indonesia?

Over 90+ nationalies can buy the Visa on Arrival in Bali. If you're from the US, Canada and most European countries, you don't need to order a visa upfront. Check here to be sure.
The Visa on Arrival costs Rp500.000 which is around 30 euros. The tourist visa is valid for 30 days.

When you Purchase the Tourist visa on Arrival at the airport, the documents needed for your Visa application are:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months on date of arrival (no exceptions!)
  • Return ticket (or outbound of Indonesia)
  • Cash or Credit Card

How to get to the resort?

The resort is located 50 km from the “Ngurah Rai International Airport” in Bali.

We can arrange taxi service to pick you up from the airport. The fee will be around 20$ one way, depending on how many people can be picked up at once. It will take around 1,5 hour to get to the resort from the airport.

There is public transport going to Ubud, form there you can only take a taxi for the last 15 km to the resort. https://kura2bus.com/page/bus_lines

What is The Accommodation? ✔ 3-star resort

Puri Saron Madangan is a serene, temple-inspired resort tucked away in Bali's lush inland, offering a peaceful escape from the busy tourist areas. With its elevated location, the resort enjoys fresher air than the island's coastal regions.

Featuring traditional Balinese architecture, three stunning swimming pools, and breathtaking jungle views, it provides an authentic and tranquil experience. The charming villas, each with pristine views of nature, allow you to select your ideal accommodation based on your personal preferences. We'll have this as our private resort during the retreat!!

the trips? you choose!

The 2nd part of the retreat is mainly about outing; March 17-21. During these five days, you've paid for your room and breakfast with the ticket. For all the rest, you're free to choose per day what you want to do!

We're offering daily trips to temples, rice fields, the beach, and a hike up Agung or Batur.
We can discuss and vote with the group where exactly we're going.

Per day, you decide if you go with the bus or stay at the resort, or do your own thing!
When you go with the bus, you'll pay in cash for the bus and the entry fees of that day.

Lunch and dinner isn't included during those days, as we'll be at many different locations. So you choose where you want to eat, from the possibilities at the location we're at.
If you stay at the resort, you can order á la carte in the restaurant.

 

For who? All levels

All levels of Poi, Hoop, Buugeng, Staff Spinning, Double Staff, Dance, etc., are welcome to join! We’ll offer beginning, intermediate, and advanced options for most techniques. For the Poi workshops, we split the group into different levels.

To benefit the most from this retreat, know the basic poi moves, such as 3-beat weaves (forward and backward), windmills, watermills, hip-reels, and turns butterflies (same-time, split-time), and buzzsaws.

If you can’t do some of the moves listed above, don’t worry! We will teach you that. However, if you want to be prepared, look up some tutorials; we recommend Poi Tutorials.com, start as a beginner for only 4,95 per month.

room sharing: can I share a room if I don't know any of the other attendees?

You don’t need to know other attendees to share a room!


If you want to share a room with other attendees, we’ll try to make a match. You can give us your preferences; if you want to stay with people with the same gender, we’ll try to find matching room-mates!

How to reserve a room with a friend?

If you want to share a room with friend(s) or a partner, you don’t have to buy all the tickets at the same time.

You can reserve separately, and all buy only your own ticket. When buying the ticket, leave a note that you want to share the room with friend(s) or a partner! Or send me a message at +336 3456 0233 to confirm you want to share.

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