WHEN + WHERE:

17–21 May 2027, The Ark Retreat Centre, Ubud, Bali, 4 nights, 5 day program. Arrive at 2.30pm on Monday the 17th May. Our program finishes at 11am on Friday the 21st May. We strongly recommend flying in at least the day before our retreat and heading straight to Ubud to acclimatise – there’s loads of accommodation options. You could also head to the coast or one of the islands after the retreat.

Accommodation:

Private rooms with bathroom. Can share a room on request at a higher rate. All rooms have been recently renovated with new furnishings and extremely comfortable beds – it really does feel like a treat to stay at The Ark.

DEPOSIT

A deposit is needed to secure my place. My deposit is my first payment in the payment plan, or 1/5 of the full payment. By making my deposit, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the full HeartWriting® Retreat terms. 

TERMS SUMMARY:

I understand that my first payment is a non-refundable deposit after the 14-day cooling-off period and commits me to completing all scheduled retreat payments. I understand that refunds, credits, or transfers are limited according to the full Terms and Conditions, and that travel insurance is mandatory to protect me against cancellation, illness, flight disruption, or other unforeseen events.

I agree to obtain comprehensive travel insurance, including Emergency Medical, Trip Cancellation, and Trip Interruption cover, and to ensure I have a valid passport, meet Bali’s entry requirements, and obtain any necessary visas, vaccinations, or travel documentation before departure.

I confirm that I am physically, emotionally, and mentally fit to participate in the retreat. I understand that the retreat includes writing workshops, gentle yoga, meditation, breathwork, movement, cultural activities, and walking on uneven terrain, including sitting on the floor of the yoga shala and travelling by scooter to the retreat entrance. I agree to participate within my own limits and to inform HeartWriting® of any medical or psychological conditions that may affect my participation.

I understand that HeartWriting® provides education, creative writing instruction, and community support, but does not provide psychological counselling or therapy. I acknowledge that creative writing and the sharing of personal stories may evoke strong emotional responses.

I understand that participation in all retreat activities is voluntary and undertaken at my own risk. I accept responsibility for my own health, wellbeing, behaviour, alcohol consumption, personal belongings, travel arrangements, and compliance with local laws and customs.

I agree to treat fellow participants, teachers, venue staff, guides, and local communities with kindness and respect. Every effort is made to ensure that HeartWriting® participants feel safe, included, valued, and heard. If I have any concerns during the retreat, I agree to raise them with HeartWriting® as soon as reasonably possible. I understand that HeartWriting® reserves the right to refuse or discontinue my participation if my behaviour or wellbeing presents a significant risk to myself or others.

I consent to photographs and video being taken during the retreat and acknowledge that HeartWriting® may use these images for the promotion of future retreats and related events. I may request to be excluded from photography before the retreat begins.

I acknowledge that HeartWriting® works with independent accommodation providers, transport operators, tour guides, and other third-party suppliers. While we take great care in curating a seamless experience, certain elements of the retreat (including accommodation, meals, and local services) are managed by our venue partner. By joining the retreat, you acknowledge that these services are provided independently. Rose, your host, is not liable for any loss, injury, delay, disruption, or quality of outside service.

I acknowledge that participation in the retreat is undertaken at my own risk and agree not to hold HeartWriting®, Rose-Louise Mascaro, or its agents, teachers, facilitators, contractors, or representatives liable for any injury, illness, accident, loss, damage, expense, delay, or interruption arising from my participation, except where liability cannot legally be excluded under Australian law.