YOGA SHALA
dedicated space for presence, practice, and inner alignment
Set within the shared heart of the house, the shala is part of a wider landscape of communal experience. It is not isolated from life around it, but gently integrated into it, allowing energy, breath, and awareness to flow naturally through the space.
The architecture is intentionally minimal, allowing structure to dissolve into openness. Light becomes the main material, shifting throughout the day and shaping the experience of practice. The connection to nature remains constant, creating a sense of expansion, grounding, and ease in every direction.
The Yoga Shala was designed by the renowned architect Pablo Luna, whose work has been featured and recognized by leading international architecture and interior design publications. His vision brings together simplicity, sensitivity to nature, and a refined spatial clarity that defines the atmosphere of the space.
The Yoga Shala is available for daily self-practice as well as curated sessions on request. Our guests can enjoy private classes with highly experienced yoga teachers, offering an authentic and elevated practice experience within the comfort of Uma Jiwa.
Below the shala, the spa area offers a deeper layer of restoration. Designed as a quiet sanctuary, it hosts massage treatments and wellness rituals available on request, creating space for grounding, release, and renewal.
Together, these spaces form the communal heart of Uma Jiwa. A place where connection, wellbeing, and awareness naturally unfold, supported by thoughtful design and the quiet intelligence of nature itself.
Our Expieriences
Upon request, we curate a range of private wellness experiences, from yoga with experienced teachers to massage and bodywork treatments, all tailored to your needs and available as an addition to your stay.
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Private yoga sessions at Uma Jiwa are guided by experienced teachers, offering a deeply personal and intuitive practice. Held in the serene setting of the Yoga Shala, each session adapts to your rhythm and can be arranged at any time of day, creating space for movement, breath, and inner balance.
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Massage treatments are delivered by skilled therapists and holistic practitioners, each bringing a refined, attentive approach to bodywork. A wide range of treatments can be tailored to your needs and preferences, supporting relaxation, release, and renewal. Sessions take place in the privacy of our spa or, if preferred, in the comfort of your own room for an even more intimate experience.
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In addition, a selection of beauty treatments can be arranged upon request, including manicure, pedicure, and other personalised rituals of care, allowing you to fully unwind and feel restored during your stay.