7 Day Actors Retreat in Beautiful Bali
JULY 12 - 19 2020
BEING HUMAN PRESENTS
The Actors Alchemy Retreat with Ashlie Walker
life-changing
ACTORS RETREAT DELVES DEEPLY INTO THE MEISNER TECHNIQUE WITH ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS IN YOGA, MINDSET AND MEDITATION TO CREATE A TRULY HOLISTIC EXPERIENCE.
It’s time to approach your acting career with a sense of purpose, intention and faith.
For actors of all abilities, levels and experiences who are open and willing to transform their approach to acting.
If you are a new actor looking to be grounded in a deep and authentic approach to the craft of acting,
and to learn how to draw upon your innermost feelings, ambitions and desires, this is for you.
Professional actors have the opportunity to level up by working intensively on a scene, delivered to performance standard.
There is be an option to film this scene on location with our team to add to your showreel.
the most magical way to work on your acting at our exclusive Bali retreat.
this is your time
An inspirational seven days in paradise, surrounded by like-minded souls. Designed to give you the time, space and insights to work on your acting in the most powerful way possible. A day at the retreat includes Morning Kundalini Yoga, Actors Mindset workshops, Meisner Technique training and development, embodied meditation & dance as well as your personal Breathwork journey to empower you to feel more aligned with your purpose as an Actor. There is the additional opportunity to work with our team on location in beautiful Bali to create and film a scene that can be added to your showreel.
DEEPEN YOUR CRAFT
Relax and enjoy this inspirational setting while deepening your acting technique. Where ever you are at, whatever your experience, you will leave feeling inspired and stretched having taken your abilities to the next level. You will be partnered with someone of similar experience.Covering Improvisation and Scene Work, together we will explore any weak spots so you feel confident in your ability and are ready to be seen!
IGNITE YOUR CAREER
Acting can be a lonely business. You're often preparing alone, trying to build contacts, figuring out your casting type and getting your head around how to market yourself. By surrounding yourself with other actors and focusing on your goals together, we can gain clarity about where you are at and where you want to be. Let us provide the support and structure you need to gain momentum with your career, with the opportunity to film on location, your showreel will get a make-over too!
STRENGTHEN YOUR CONFIDENCE
Have you been working for some time but aren't getting the break you deserve? If your struggle with nerves is getting in the way of you doing your best, this retreat can help with overcoming blocks to help you to take the next step. Providing feedback and support in a safe space, Ashlie draws on years of experience with gentle enquiry to support your change and progress your skills on an intimate level. She looks deeply at what is getting in the way of your souls calling, and gets rid of the bullshit.
This powerful immersive week will delve into the heart of what needs to be addressed to ensure actors breakthrough to their full potential.
- ASHLIE WALKER
A TYPICAL DAY ON THE RETREAT INCLUDES:
MORNING YOGA
Giving time to your body, mind and breath is Yoga. It’s not only about about bending the body into weird shapes, it’s so much more. The body, mind and breath relationship is translated through a beautiful and timeless practice that includes body postures, breathing techniques and mediation. When these elements come into alignment and harmony, that is Yoga. Start your day with connected movement as a way to clear the mind and set your intention and vibration for the work that is to come.
MINDSET MATTERS
There will be opportunities to uncover and address the limiting unconscious beliefs that are holding you back from the life and career you deserve. Drawing upon Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, Meditation, Spiritual Healing, Mindfulness & Life Coaching strategies, you will gain awareness, learn the tools and skills to reclaim your power and adopt a mindset for success to step into your light.
MEISNER TECHNIQUE
The Acting training will be rooted in the technique pioneered by Sanford Meisner and developed over many years since his teachings. Meisner's exercises get straight to the heart of the challenges actors face and is purposefully thorough in supporting actors to find truth in their work.
Together we will cover Repetition, Improvisation, Emotional Preparation and Relationship work. Actors will be divided into 2 levels; those with extensive Meisner experience and those new to Meisner. Both will have the opportunity to stretch out of their comfort zone and deepen their craft.
My translation of this work is geared towards freeing the actor emotionally, physically, spiritually and psychologically to be spontaneous, truthful and purposeful in their craft.
EMBODIED MEDITATION & DANCE
A creative form of self-expression, embodied dance brings together freestyle, intuitive movement and mindfulness breathing techniques to ground ourselves deeply into the body and present moment. Dance, movement, yoga and Breathwork combine to create a powerful sense of physical, spiritual and emotional freedom.
Embodied dance is feeling and expressing freely what is inside in a fluid way through the language of the body. Acknowledging that no person exists apart from their bodies, the dance provides a place to freely express who you are. It is another way of being in the world.
The more alive your body is, the more you have the freedom to move, the more you are in the world. No dance experience necessary.
meet the team
Anna Trubuhovich
PERSONAL COACH
Being Human events facilitator Anna has lived on and off for seven years in Bali and knows first hand the transformation forces of Bali. A life long personal development and growth student she will be your guide and space creator before, during and after your Bali retreat.
Flying to Bali is typically worlds away from peoples everyday life. It’s a chance to feel abundant, energised and focused, to dive into something fully and intensely.
Anna is a trained and certificated Co-Active Life Coach and NLP practitioner and in Kundalini Teachers training.
Anna's work is to be a guide of self discovery for others, to detangle the settings of the internal world and gain clarity on your unique programming and thoughts and why you do the things you do.
Ashlie Walker
ACTING TUTOR + PERSONAL COACH
The Actors Alchemy Retreat is the culmination of over two decades worth of study, exploration and teaching. Bringing together a group of dedicated actors to focus on their craft, career and soul journey is a true reflection of the belief that you do not need to suffer to be an artist, in fact quite the opposite.
As an acting coach working in London and internationally, I draw upon my extensive experience studying and teaching Meisner Technique, as well as providing the career advise & psychological support that is so often lacking in the performance industry.
As a personal coach, I draw upon Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, Embodied Meditation, Soul-Centred Connection Training & High Performance Coaching Strategies to help actors step into their light and live a life of freedom, creativity & purpose.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This is an all-inclusive retreat for Actors of all levels for the transformational experience you've been looking for. We've taken care of all the details so that you can show up and fully immerse yourself in the experience.
INCLUSION
Accommodation according to your budget at a stylish villa in Bali. Airport transfers from the airport to our villaYour healthy plant based meals and drinks during the retreatDaily workshops with Ashlie to clearly hone your story, strengthen your position and build confidence as an Actor. .Daily Kundalini Yoga and a special breath-work workshops lead by a selection of skilled teachersAn aligned community of like minded souls to connect with before and after the retreat.
NON-INCLUSION
Your flights to Ngurah Rai International in Bali. Bali is an easy flight from most Australian and Asian cities. Those of you travelling from further may need to change in Singapore or Jakarta.Alcohol ~ you are more than welcome to indulge in a glass of wine or fabulous cocktail while on retreatSpa treatments: there are too many to mention and we can arrange for a selection of treatments to be had in your room on arrival.
THE INVESTMENT
To ensure that this inspirational retreat is available to all Actors, we have a selection of rooming packages available to suit all budgets. All accomodation is located in private villa's in beautiful Canggu where you can stay onsite with us on the retreat or at a wonderful villa near by.
Twin share off accommodation for 8 nights, all meals and actors alchemy program:
$1997 USD
Single accommodation for 8 nights, all meals and actors alchemy program:
$2,497 USD
Twin share luxury accommodation for 8 nights, all meals and actors alchemy program:
$2,997 USD
Single luxury accommodation for 8 nights, all meals and actors alchemy program:
$3,497 USD
5% Discount for those with extensive previous Meisner training - conditions apply
message from anna
“One of the most profound, life changing experiences I had, was to train at The Actors Temple with Ashlie, in particular, learning the Meisner Technique. I came up against myself and my internal patterning over and over. Where I was being fake and inauthentic and where I was scared and fearful. I learnt what moved me, what excited me and allowed myself to connect in the moment truely and deeply. I am a freedom seeker in all senses. While acting I finally have permission to fully express myself and be free. From expressing the deepest darkest anger and sadness to allowing myself to feel love and desires, that may not be possible in ‘the real world’. It is so liberating and freeing! The experience has given me an appreciation for the impact that great acting (and actors training) can make in the world, and what a blessing it is to be able to explore and express yourself everyday as a profession. This retreat combines our mutual love for adventure, travel and passion for acting. We look forward to sharing this work with you.”
Hear from some of Ashlie's students
Fernanda Lippi
She has the ability to guide us to ‘the unexpected’, challenging us to unlock our potential, while giving us the confidence and support to take the leap. Her understanding of human behaviour is exceptional. I feel so privileged to be taught by her, I can’t imagine a more gifted and able teacher.
Martina Lodi
I feel stronger and more energetic about both my life and career. I found my PURPOSE again!
Ben Lambert
Ashlie is a teacher you can trust... She has done the work, both as a human and as a teacher, to develop her instinct and intuition to work whole heartedly. It is a great gift to those that study with her that she does this with the lightest of touch, guiding each individual forward with care, kindness and generosity.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
PAYMENT PLANS
You can secure your place today with just a $500 depositPayment plans are available upon request.
CANCELLATION POLICY
As you know, the Actors Alchemy Retreat is a highly sought after event. It’s important to us that when you book, you’re serious about taking up your place. Because if you’re not, that prevents someone else experiencing the magic, which doesn’t feel very fair. We have a very strict and transparent cancellation policy.
The cancellation policy applies regardless of circumstance so it’s essential you understand these terms before you book.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
8 weeks or less before the retreat: a 100% charge
12 weeks or less: a 75% charge
16 weeks or less: a 50% charge
More than 16 weeks: a 25% charge
Whilst we often keep a waiting list, we will not refund your fee if you are unable to attend: even if we fill the place.
EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES
We cannot be held liable for situations beyond our control, including (but not limited to) acts of war, acts of God, threats or acts of terrorism, civil unrest or unforeseen personal circumstances. We also can’t offer refunds for illness, flight delays or any other circumstances. Please, please, please make sure you have adequate insurance in place to cover for this.
EXTRAS
On full workshop days we include breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as filtered water, tea and filter coffee. Should you choose to go all out with a frothy coffee, extra wine or treatments for example, you will settle these separately. The villa will assist with this for you.