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Balinese Traditional Activities For Kids In Bali
From Yoga to Cooking
Apart from the beautiful beaches, temples, and the innumerable shopping hubs, there are so many things to do and experience in Bali as a family. Do you want to get the most out of your vacation? Then sign up for one of the following short Bali courses and workshops!
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Balinese Cooking Classes
Balinese cooking classes have become increasingly popular as the island’s tropical cuisine gains wider appeal thanks to its rich ingredients, spiciness levels for every palate, and fun preparation techniques. Courses are often packaged with early morning fish and farm market tours. Here are Bali’s top spots that provide fun cooking courses for a different culinary experience!
Bumbu Bali Restaurant & Cooking School, Jl. Pratama, Tanjung Benoa, Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 771256, http://www.balifoods.com
Casa Luna Cooking School, Honeymoon Guesthouses, Jl. Bisma, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 973282, http://www.casalunabali.com
Nia Cooking Class, Jl. Kayu Aya No.19, Seminyak, Kuta Utara, Bali, Indonesia, +62 877 6155 6688
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Yoga Lessons
There are a seemingly infinite number of ways to relax the mind, body and spirit while in Bali. For many merely stepping foot on the island is enough to lower stress levels, but if you need to take it a step further, then join a yoga class!
The Yoga Barn, Jalan Raya Pengosekan Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 971236, +62 361 971407, http://www.theyogabarn.com
Desa Seni, Jl. Subak Sari no. 13, Pantai Berawa, Canggu, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 844 6392, http://www.desaseni.com
Power of Now Oasis, Jl. Mertasari, Sanur, Bali, Indonesia, +62 878 6153 4535, http://powerofnowoasis.com
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Gamelan & Balinese Dance Classes
The island of Gods is most definitely a magical place. But with the influx of first world shopping, eating and resort style holidaying, it can be easy to forget that there is a cultural hotpot hidden in the rice fields. Check out some of the best spots to learn or improve your skills on Balinese dancing
Pondok Pekak Library & Learning Center, across the football field from Monkey Forest Road, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 976 194, http://www.pondokpekaklibrary.com
ARMA Museum & Resort, Jl. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 976 659, http://www.armabali.com
Desa Seni, Jl. Subak Sari no. 13, Pantai Berawa, Canggu, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 844 6392, http://www.desaseni.com (Balinese Dance for Children every Sunday)
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Balinese Batik Painting Classes
Like meditation in action, the art of Batik centers the mind and liberates the heart through creativity. Explore the simple and exciting process of batik painting. It will enable you to create a rewarding piece of art to bring home from your travels in Bali. Where does the action happen?
Bali Batik Art with Ketut Sujana, Jl. Raya Lungsiakan (across Fly Café), Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 812 3762 280
Threads of Life, Jalan Kajeng 24, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 972 112 or +62 361 972 187, http://threadsoflife.com
Widya’s Batik, Jl. Sriwedari. Br. Tegallatang, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 900 0633, http://www.widyabatik.baliklik.com
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Pottery & Silversmith Classes
Whether a pottery or silversmith workshop, it's a wonderful thing to do in Bali with your family and friends. If you're a solo traveler, it's a great way to meet like-minded people who are craft-orientated! Get your partner or a group of girls together, do a special day out and take home some wonderful memories from your trip to Bali.
Sanur Jewellery Studio, Jl. Kanda No. 15b, Sanur, Bali, Indonesia, +62 821 4400 1535, https://www.sanurjewellerystudio.com
Studio Perak, JI. Hanoman, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 974 244, http://www.studioperak.com
Artha Ceramic, Br. Keengetan Singakerta, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 877 61 63 85 33 (Kalina), http://www.arthaceramic.com
Sari Api Ceramics, Jalan Suweta, Br Bentuyung, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 812 4660 919, http://www.sariapi.com/
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Fruit/ Mask/ Stone/ Wood Carving
Learn the fundamentals of carving and enjoy a fun day out, learning new skills from some of the best instructors on the island!
WS Art Studio, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 821 468 95 330, http://www.craftworkshopbali.com
Pondok Pekak Library & Learning Center, across the football field from Monkey Forest Road, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 976 194, http://www.pondokpekaklibrary.com
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Basket Weaving
Woven baskets are one of the most recognizable products used and traded by the Balinese. These intricate baskets are painstakingly made by hand using natural fibers. Learn the traditional Balinese weaving techniques passed down from generation to generation and create beautiful and sturdy baskets using lontar, a type of natural fiber made from palm leaves.
WS Art Studio, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 821 468 95 330, http://www.craftworkshopbali.com
ARMA Museum & Resort, Jl. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 976 659, http://www.armabali.com
Museum Puri Lukisan, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 971 159, http://museumpurilukisan.com
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Canang Sari – Balinese Offering Making
Offerings crafted from bamboo, palm leaves, fruits, flowers, rice, incense, and coloured dough are an essential part of Balinese Hinduism, decorating private homes and shops alike, and reaching their fulfilment in the gigantic offerings prepared for major ceremonies.
ARMA Museum & Resort, Jl. Raya Pengosekan, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 976 659, http://www.armabali.com
Museum Puri Lukisan, Jl. Raya Ubud, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, +62 361 971 159, http://museumpurilukisan.com
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