RETREATS
WHATS INCLUDED
36 hrs of One-On-One Music Production Instruction at AYA STUDIOS Bali (https://ayastudiosbali.com/), combining mindfulness practice and creative excellence strategies.
11 nights of premium accommodation at Loku Kedungu (https://www.lokubali.com/).
11-day scooter rental and airport shuttle included.
Free Mediation instruction upon request.
Additional day trips to sites of interest (temples, etc) are available with an extra charge.
Accommodation packages are as follows:
Option 1: Standard Room (please see gallery for photos)
Option 2: Standard Room + Breakfast + Recovery access (sauna + cold plunge)
Option 3: All Inclusive: Standard Room + 3 Daily Meals + Recovery access + 1 x Spa Treatment
This special One-on-One option has open availability. Please contact us to discuss when you would like to arrive.
FULL DESCRIPTION:
Join our internationally acclaimed production team for a transformative journey in Bali, blending world-class music production training with mindfulness and creative flow. With more than 20 years of combined experience and a teaching background at SAE, Garnish, and Nimbus, we bring both technical mastery and artistic guidance to every session.
Daily workshops take place at AYA Studios Bali, a state-of-the-art creative complex in Nyani featuring analogue synths, pristine mixing and mastering suites, live rooms, and even a DJ booth.
This is a special One-On-One premium retreat, ensuring you get to zero in on your goals and get deep support on your journey.
You will get hands-on experience in Ableton, sound design, mixing, and mastering—while also exploring meditative practices to unlock new levels of creativity.
Your home for the 11-night stay is Loku Kedungu, a boutique resort near Tanah Lot Temple.
With stylish villas, lush gardens, spa treatments, a recovery area (sauna and cold plunge), and a tranquil pool, it offers the perfect balance of comfort, community, and inspiration.
Kedungu Beach is just 5 minutes away by scooter, where you can try a surf lesson or enjoy an epic sunset away from the Canggu crowds.
This retreat is designed for producers and artists of all levels who want to expand their skills, break through creative blocks, and reconnect with the joy of making music—while soaking in the beauty and soul of Bali.
What You Will Learn
Why choose Ableton
Setup and topology
Arrangement and session views
Audio and MIDI
Basic performance scenarios
Recording audio
Building beats from scratch
Building a basic track
Ableton effects
Rendering and exporting
Music composition and song structure
EQ, compression, and dynamics
Advanced live performance setups
Sound design, racks, and chains
Ear training for mixing clarity
Introduction to Max for Live
Mixing and mastering essentials
Releasing and marketing your music
Techniques to break through writer’s block.
Finding your own authentic vision.
Using chaos and randomness to generate inspiration.
Working with Spiritual techniques to “clear the channel” (Meditation, Yoga, Breath-work and Visualisation).
Goal Setting.
Accessing Flow States.
Focusing on the process, not the output.
Mind Set.
Workflow management techniques.
Creating a creatively conducive environment.
Redefining Success and Overcoming Failure.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us using the contact form or the chat widget. We will respond within 12 hrs.
This one-on-one retreat is a deep dive into the transformative power of ecstatic dance DJing. Guided by our resident facilitator — an educator and a regular fixture on the Bali Ecstatic Dance scene with a background in Buddhist meditation — you’ll learn to master the art of creating journey-based sets while deepening your awareness of rhythm, energy, and flow. AYA Studios provides a world-class facility with high-end DJ equipment and an awe-inspiring natural setting—making it the perfect container for both creative growth and inner renewal.
Through hands-on workshops, one-on-one feedback, and live practice sessions, you will learn how to craft dynamic sets that move people emotionally and physically. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced DJ looking to expand your skills, you will gain both technical mastery and a deeper understanding of how to shape musical journeys for dance floors and sacred spaces.
Workshop Schedule: 2 × 3 hr sessions at AYA Studios. 10 am Start.
You Will Learn
Module 1: Beginner DJ
Topics covered in this module include:
Basic equipment operation
Monitoring with headphones
Basic EQ and effects usage
Beat matching and introductory mixing
Ear training and developing active listening skills
Module 2: Intermediate DJ
Topics covered in this module include:
Track arrangement and transition techniques
The art of storytelling through your sets
Music categorisation, management, and preparation
Capturing the energy and signature feel of your sets
Intermediate EQ and FX techniques
Exploring leading DJ platforms and software
Crafting multi-hour DJ sets as cohesive narratives
Intermediate transition methods
Module 3: Advanced DJ
Topics covered in this module include:
Advanced harmonic mixing techniques
Cue points and looping mastery
Advanced EQ and FX manipulation
Performance transitions for seamless sets
Genre-bending and blending techniques
Crowd reading and adaptive track selection
Gig equipment preparation and troubleshooting
Recording of a promotional DJ mix
Accommodation
Your home for the 2-night stay is Loku Kedungu, a boutique resort near Tanah Lot Temple.
With stylish villas, lush gardens, spa treatments, a recovery area (sauna and cold plunge), and a tranquil pool, it offers the perfect balance of comfort, community, and inspiration.
Kedungu Beach is just 5 minutes away by scooter, where you can try a surf lesson or enjoy an epic sunset away from the Canggu crowds.
Accommodation packages are as follows:
Option 1: Standard Room (please see gallery for photos)
Option 2: Standard Room + Breakfast + Recovery access (sauna + cold plunge)
Option 3: All Inclusive: Standard Room + 3 Daily Meals + Recovery access + 1 x Spa Treatment
This short retreat is available all year round and can suit your schedule. Contact us to discuss your booking using the text widget or our contact form. We will return your message within 12 hours.
This retreat is designed for those taking their very first steps into music production, with hands-on guidance in Ableton from an experienced producer.
Set against the beauty and soul of Bali, you’ll explore your creativity in an inspiring environment that blends expert mentorship with the island’s natural magic.
It’s the perfect way to begin your musical journey in a supportive, unforgettable setting.
What's Included
10 hrs Intro to Ableton at AYA Studios Bali (ayastudiosbali.com), combining mindfulness practice and creative excellence strategies.
6 nights of premium accommodation at Loku Kedungu (lokubali.com).
5-day scooter rental and airport shuttle included.
Free meditation instruction upon request.
Additional day trips to sites of interest (temples, etc.) are available with an extra charge.
Accommodation packages are as follows:
Option 1: Standard Room (please see gallery for photos)
Option 2: Standard Room + Breakfast + Recovery access (sauna + cold plunge)
Option 3: All Inclusive: Standard Room + 3 Daily Meals + Recovery access + 1 x Spa Treatment
The following dates are available: January 19th–23rd, 2026, and February 23rd–27th, 2026. Please select your dates below.
Full Description
Join our internationally acclaimed production team for a transformative journey in Bali, blending world-class music production training with mindfulness and creative flow.
With more than 20 years of combined experience and a teaching background at SAE, Garnish, and Nimbus, we bring both technical mastery and artistic guidance to every session.
Daily workshops take place at AYA Studios Bali, a state-of-the-art creative complex in Nyani featuring analogue synths, pristine mixing and mastering suites, live rooms, and even a DJ booth.
In this course, you will gain a basic understanding of the operation of Ableton Live, enabling you to start on your production and performance journey.
This course is designed for individuals curious about Ableton and Music Production in general.
You will learn:
Why choose Ableton?
Setup and topology.
Arrangement and session views.
Audio and MIDI.
Basic performance scenarios.
Recording audio.
Building beats from scratch.
Building a basic track.
Ableton’s FX.
Rendering and exporting, and other topics.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us using the contact form or the chat widget. We will respond within 12 hrs.
WHATS INCLUDED
36 hrs Music Production Instruction at AYA STUDIOS Bali (https://ayastudiosbali.com/), combining mindfulness practice and creative excellence strategies.
11 nights of premium accommodation at Loku Kedungu (https://www.lokubali.com/).
11-day scooter rental and airport shuttle included.
Free Mediation instruction upon request.
Additional day trips to sites of interest (temples, etc) are available with an extra charge.
Accommodation packages are as follows:
Option 1: Standard Room (please see gallery for photos)
Option 2: Standard Room + Breakfast + Recovery access (sauna + cold plunge)
Option 3: All Inclusive: Standard Room + 3 Daily Meals + Recovery access + 1 x Spa Treatment.
FULL DESCRIPTION:
Join our internationally acclaimed production team for a transformative journey in Bali, blending world-class music production training with mindfulness and creative flow. With more than 20 years of combined experience and a teaching background at SAE, Garnish, and Nimbus, we bring both technical mastery and artistic guidance to every session.
Daily workshops take place at AYA Studios Bali, a state-of-the-art creative complex in Nyani featuring analogue synths, pristine mixing and mastering suites, live rooms, and even a DJ booth.
This retreat will have a max capacity of 5 people, keeping the learning experience intimate and focused.
You will get hands-on experience in Ableton, sound design, mixing, and mastering—while also exploring meditative practices to unlock new levels of creativity.
Your home for the 11-night stay is Loku Kedungu, a boutique resort near Tanah Lot Temple.
With stylish villas, lush gardens, spa treatments, a recovery area (sauna and cold plunge), and a tranquil pool, it offers the perfect balance of comfort, community, and inspiration.
Kedungu Beach is just 5 minutes away by scooter, where you can try a surf lesson or enjoy an epic sunset away from the Canggu crowds.
This retreat is designed for producers and artists of all levels who want to expand their skills, break through creative blocks, and reconnect with the joy of making music—while soaking in the beauty and soul of Bali.
What You Will Learn
Why choose Ableton
Setup and topology
Arrangement and session views
Audio and MIDI
Basic performance scenarios
Recording audio
Building beats from scratch
Building a basic track
Ableton effects
Rendering and exporting
Music composition and song structure
EQ, compression, and dynamics
Advanced live performance setups
Sound design, racks, and chains
Ear training for mixing clarity
Introduction to Max for Live
Mixing and mastering essentials
Releasing and marketing your music
Techniques to break through writer’s block.
Finding your own authentic vision.
Using chaos and randomness to generate inspiration.
Working with Spiritual techniques to “clear the channel” (Meditation, Yoga, Breath-work and Visualisation).
Goal Setting.
Accessing Flow States.
Focusing on the process, not the output.
Mind Set.
Workflow management techniques.
Creating a creatively conducive environment.
Redefining Success and Overcoming Failure.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to us using the contact form or the chat widget. We will respond within 12 hrs.
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Our ethos was born in the revolutionary fires of the UK rave moment of 1989, a time when electronic music was outlawed, where the only hope you had was found in the bleeps and the bass of techno. Electronic music set a generation on fire with many equating it to the hippy fervor of the 60s, so much so that it became known as the “Second Summer of Love”…..
EDUCATION OFFERINGS
We offer a series of boutique music production courses that are designed to help you achieve your creative goals. If you are a complete beginner, intermediate, or consider yourself an expert, our holistic tuition style will provide key insights into achieving that sound you have in your mind and heart. Click on the links below for more information about a particular course path.
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