I stayed in Jiwa Damai for more than one month, from 11th of February till 17th of March, I was a volunteer there during this period of time. In the same time there was a Permaculture Design Course held on the location, for 2 weeks, so I was happy to help them with everything they needed organizing this event and... More

It was fantastic experience to discover this retreat center in such pristine and untouched environment. We had 2 workshops there with 35 Russian women (March 28-31st) and 15 women (April 3rd-7th). It was a beautiful space for all practices which we did, very quiet and intimate. The staff was very friendly and helping and the food was amazing. Margaret, the... More

Jiwa Damai - (March/April 2013) I had the opportunity to work and stay as a volunteer at Jiwa Damai for almost 3 weeks. All information I had prior to my arrival were from the internet, so I was very curious what would expect me. As I soon realisied, Jiwa Damai is a place of peace, quietness and lovely, helpful people.... More

After an amazing 7 months working and living in Bali, I came to Jiwa Damai as a volunteer. I was hoping for a peaceful environment in which to work, contribute, learn, and also to prepare--physically and emotionally--for my upcoming return to the U.S... and I have to say, Jiwa Damai exceeded my expectations on all counts. My accommodations were simple,... More

I recently stayed at Jiwa Damai for a permaculture design course. The facility was much different than the website and reviews portrayed. It is not in my nature to complain, but i wish i would have been made aware of what i was getting into before traveling. There were multiple room choices listed on the website. However, the room i... More

I stayed at Jiwa Damai retreat from 24 February to 11 MArch and participated in the international Permaculture Design class. I am enchanted with Jiwa Damai, its location and extensive gardens, friendly caring staff and services and the professional organization of the workshop. The food was organic and mail vegetarian and prepared in avery careful and loving way. I also... More

Heartbutterfly three and a half weeks in jiwa damai I have staid in jiwa damai from the 20.2. - 15.3. 2013 The place is incredibly beautifull. Immediatly I came into peace and quitetness. This place is so soft and abundend. Twelve years ago I had been here the first time. Margret has built and developed this place and is its... More

Jiwa Damai is a place for embracing nature, health and balance. A typical day in Jiwa Damai starts waking up in a typical balinese Lumbung (very confortable and special). Yoga excercise, meditation and a very expected breakfast prepared by the lovely adn very talented local cook (from whom we learnt a lot!) All the staff in Jiwa Damai are smiley,... More

I've been enjoying now a 2 year training program in Transpersonal Psychology at Jiwa Damai. Our group consist of ten participants , and I am always very exited when I leave Java to go there., The place is very quiet, cool and peacefull. The room designs are based on natural concept. You can feel the fresh air, green area, hear... More