What a Pasraman Means at Bali Eling Spirit

Pasraman Bali Eling Spirit is a place for guided learning, spiritual practice, and personal transformation in Pejeng Kangin, Tampaksiring, Gianyar, Bali. In the Balinese-Hindu tradition, a pasraman is closer to an ashram or living school than to a hotel, spa, or ordinary activity venue: it is a setting where knowledge is practiced slowly, teachers guide the person in front of them, and discipline is connected with daily life. Bali Eling Spirit traces its formal beginning to February 2018 and describes its purpose through the word eling, meaning a present awareness or remembering of one’s deeper nature. The sanctuary was founded by Sri Bhagawan Sriprada Bhaskara and developed together with Jero Ratni, bringing long-term meditation practice, Bali Hatha Yoga, spiritual guidance, chakra-balancing work, and sound-based practice into one community. Visitors are invited to approach the Pasraman with sincerity and curiosity rather than with a demand for instant results.

Practice for Body, Mind, Heart, and Inner Awareness

The programs at Bali Eling Spirit work across what the teaching describes as Sthula Sarira, the physical body; Sukhma Sarira, the subtle dimension of mind and feeling; and Antah Karana Sarira, the deeper inner or causal dimension. Depending on the selected program, a participant may encounter gentle yoga, pranayama, meditation, Dharma reflection, sound healing, spiritual counseling, purification ritual, teacher training, journaling, or periods of silence. The Pasraman’s yoga education includes the Bali Hatha Yoga method and internationally structured teacher-training pathways, while its sanctuary programs range from shorter introductory experiences to multi-day retreats. Every program should be understood according to its own current description, schedule, prerequisites, and level of intensity. The team states that guests from different religious and personal backgrounds are welcome; participation does not require adopting a new belief, but it does require respect for the local tradition, the facilitators, other participants, and the boundaries of the program.

A Living School and Community

Learning at a pasraman continues beyond a single class because the emphasis is not only on collecting information but on translating practice into conduct, self-observation, and service. Bali Eling Spirit describes small groups and personal guidance as important parts of its approach, and its teachers continue their own study and spiritual journeys rather than presenting the curriculum as something fixed and finished. This living quality also means that a visitor may encounter different rhythms from a commercial studio: ceremonies, community responsibilities, teacher preparation, and periods of retreat can shape the calendar. The appropriate response is not to expect instant access, but to communicate in advance and follow the guidance given. Guests who come for a short program, students entering teacher training, and participants in deeper retreat work may share the same place while following different commitments, so quiet, punctuality, modest dress, and care for common spaces help protect everyone’s practice. This shared discipline is part of the learning environment, not an optional rule added for appearances.

Planning a Respectful Visit

The Pasraman is located in the Tampaksiring area, within the cultural and spiritual landscape of Gianyar and within reach of Ubud, but visitors should confirm the exact meeting point and travel plan before departure. Teacher schedules, ceremonies, retreats, private sessions, and community duties can affect when the team is available, so an advance message is more reliable than arriving without an appointment. Ask which program fits your experience level and intention, what clothing or personal items to bring, whether meals or transport are included, what language will be used, and what the current price, tax, cancellation, and accommodation arrangements are. The About Us, Yoga Teacher Training, and sanctuary program pages provide useful background, while the official contact and WhatsApp channels provide the latest operational details. A visit begins best with honest questions, realistic expectations, and enough time to participate without rushing.