Functional Weight Loss Retreat
Functional Weight Loss Retreat
Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Up to 20 in group
May 18 - 23, 2026
Retreat Highlights
- Functional Weight Loss & Metabolic Reset Retreat Highlights
- A six-day immersive experience designed to reset your metabolism, balance blood sugar, and transform your body in a sustainable, science-backed way.
- Not about crash diets or deprivation — this retreat helps you rebuild a healthy, lasting relationship with food, movement, and your body.
- Daily energizing workouts and strength-based HIIT sessions paired with nutrient-rich meals to stabilize cravings, fuel repair, and restore vitality.
- Functional medicine workshops exploring the root causes of weight resistance — including hormones, thyroid, cortisol, insulin, inflammation, and gut health.
- Hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education focused on anti-inflammatory, gut-healing foods that support metabolic flexibility.
- Immersive nature and culture experiences — sunrise hikes, adventure excursions, and sacred ceremonies that reconnect you to your energy and purpose.
- Baseline wellness assessments including HRV, body composition, mobility, VO₂ max, and breath tolerance — helping you measure progress and personalize your plan.
- Optional advanced lab testing such as DNA metabolism panels, gut microbiome, and hormone analysis for deeper insight.
- All-inclusive luxury retreat setting with chef-prepared meals, movement sessions, and restorative downtime in a stress-free environment.
- A take-home 30-day metabolic reset blueprint — including nutrition rhythm, movement goals, and recovery rituals to sustain results long after the retreat.
About this Retreat
Your Guides
Dr. Marina Dabcevic was born in Croatia but grew up in Sydney, Australia. She eventually moved to America to pursue her dream of becoming an acupuncturist and herbalist. She earned her Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at Yo San University in Los Angeles, California. After successfully passing the national boards and California licensing exams, Dr. Marina earned her doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. During this time she completed a 1-year internship at Skagit Valley Regional Cancer Care Center, where she worked closely with doctors and patients. She also completed an internship at two prestigious hospitals in China. Prior to her studies in Eastern medicine, Dr. Marina earned a diploma in Reflexology and a Bachelor Degree in Homeopathy at the Nature Care College in Sydney, Australia.
As a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, Dr. Marina specializes in oncology and chronic pain management. Her approach is holistic, taking into account not only each patient's physical state but also their mental and emotional states. The body is entirely connected, and we know that the physical state has an impact on the mental and emotional states just as much as the emotional state influences the body physically.
Dr. Marina believed there was more to medicine than what is offered to most people and so she began her long journey into Functional Medicine. She was accepted to the Institute of Functional Medicine, and her desire to help people understand the "WHY" behind their conditions grew.
In 2023 Dr. Marina was proud to officially become a Board Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. Now with all the labs at her fingertips Dr. Marina is excited to get to the root cause of all her patients' ailments and help them live long and healthy lives. Dr. Marina tailors treatments specifically to each patient and strives to achieve the best end result the patient requires. Her goal is not only to help her patients but to educate them so each patient can help themselves.
Details of this retreat
Reset Your Metabolism!
Release what’s weighing you down, inside and out.
This is not about crash diets or deprivation. It’s about rewiring your metabolism, balancing blood sugar, and building a healthy relationship with food and your body. Through energizing workouts, nutrient-rich meals, mindset coaching, and hormone-balancing protocols, you’ll discover how to lose weight in a sustainable, loving way.
And because true transformation requires joy as well as discipline, you’ll move beyond the villa walls to dance barefoot into Bali’s adventure. A surprise excursion, sunrise hike, and shamanic journey will remind you what it feels like to be free, alive, and fully at home in your body.
6-Day Functional Weight Loss & Metabolic Reset Retreat
(Schedule subject to change)
“Rebalance Your Body, Rewrite Your Story”
This retreat is ideal for people who are:
Struggling with weight resistance despite dieting or exercising
Living with hormonal imbalances (thyroid, cortisol, insulin, leptin) that affect metabolism
Experiencing chronic stress, cravings, or emotional eating patterns
Dealing with inflammation, gut imbalances, or food sensitivities that sabotage weight goals
Feeling burned out, stuck, or disconnected from their bodies and wanting to reset their relationship with food, movement, and self-image
Ready to learn a science-based, sustainable approach to metabolism, muscle health, and weight loss (without crash diets)
Seeking accountability, community, and practical tools to design their 30-day reset plan
All-Inclusive Awaken Experience
Your retreat includes - Luxurious accommodations . Nourishing, chef-prepared meals . Daily workouts + movement sessions . Hands-on cooking classes . Transformative day trips + adventures . Sacred shamanic blessings . Curated goodie bags to take the magic home . Stress-free airport transfers
Release what’s weighing you down, inside and out.
This is not about crash diets or deprivation. It’s about rewiring your metabolism, balancing blood sugar, and building a healthy relationship with food and your body. Through energizing workouts, nutrient-rich meals, mindset coaching, and hormone-balancing protocols, you’ll discover how to lose weight in a sustainable, loving way.
And because true transformation requires joy as well as discipline, you’ll move beyond the villa walls to dance barefoot into Bali’s adventure. A surprise excursion, sunrise hike, and shamanic journey will remind you what it feels like to be free, alive, and fully at home in your body.
6-Day Functional Weight Loss & Metabolic Reset Retreat
(Schedule subject to change)
“Rebalance Your Body, Rewrite Your Story”
This retreat is ideal for people who are:
Struggling with weight resistance despite dieting or exercising
Living with hormonal imbalances (thyroid, cortisol, insulin, leptin) that affect metabolism
Experiencing chronic stress, cravings, or emotional eating patterns
Dealing with inflammation, gut imbalances, or food sensitivities that sabotage weight goals
Feeling burned out, stuck, or disconnected from their bodies and wanting to reset their relationship with food, movement, and self-image
Ready to learn a science-based, sustainable approach to metabolism, muscle health, and weight loss (without crash diets)
Seeking accountability, community, and practical tools to design their 30-day reset plan
All-Inclusive Awaken Experience
Your retreat includes - Luxurious accommodations . Nourishing, chef-prepared meals . Daily workouts + movement sessions . Hands-on cooking classes . Transformative day trips + adventures . Sacred shamanic blessings . Curated goodie bags to take the magic home . Stress-free airport transfers
Schedule
Day 1: Arrival + Grounding
Reset + Arrival into the Healing State
Afternoon:
Welcome reception with herbal elixirs at noon
Health check-in: baseline metrics, HRV, body composition, blood pressure, breath rate & CO₂ tolerance, VO2Max, subjective stress score/mood, grip strength, functional movement test + mobility/flexibility score
Group orientation: intention setting & program overview
Afternoon Workshop:
A metabolism-supportive lunch rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats to stabilize blood sugar and curb cravings.
“Why Diets Fail: The Functional Medicine View of Weight Gain”
Key disruptors: blood sugar, toxins, hormone imbalances, poor sleep, emotional eating
Evening:
Gentle restorative yoga + breathwork
An evening meal built around protein, fiber, and healthy fats to support overnight repair and metabolic reset.
Fireside circle: A shamanic blessing + sound bath
Day 2: Metabolism & Mitochondria
Fuel the Fire Within
Morning:
Sunrise movement: meditations, Lymphatic movement + dry brushing
Protein and fiber to steady blood sugar and energy.
Workshop:
“The Real Science of Metabolism”
Mitochondria, thyroid, cortisol, blood sugar, leptin, insulin
Functional labs: Blood sugar, thyroid, cortisol, hormones
Cooking Demo:
Healthy Kitchen – Metabolism Reset Meals
An anti-inflammatory midday meal designed to reduce stress on the body and promote steady, sustained energy.
Afternoon Activity:
“Why You Crave: Emotional & Hormonal Triggers”
Cortisol, dopamine, ghrelin, trauma + comfort foods
How to control cravings – acupuncture points, dehydration, bitter
Sunset hike
Evening:
High-tryptophan + magnesium meal to support mood and sleep
Mindset + spirituality
Group meditation + visualization: “Rewriting your cellular story”
Journaling: “What beliefs am I releasing?” “What story is your body telling you?”
Day 3: Nervous System & Cravings - Day Out
Safety, Stress & Satiation
Morning:
Meditation + Strength-based HIIT
Anti-inflammatory fats to calm cravings and fuel focus.
Workshop:
Kelingking Beach
This dramatic cliffside view and the challenging hike down to the beach symbolize the effort and dedication required in a functional weight loss journey, the reward is breathtaking transformation and strength.
Angel’s Billabong
A natural infinity pool carved by the ocean, Angel’s Billabong reflects cleansing and renewal. Just as the tide clears and refreshes the pool, weight loss rooted in function and health is about consistent cycles of release and rejuvenation.
Broken Beach
This stunning cove, shaped by time and natural forces, reminds us that healing and weight loss are not about perfection but about embracing the process. What seems “broken” can transform into beauty and balance.
Crystal Bay
Known for its clear waters and calm energy, Crystal Bay symbolizes clarity, alignment, and sustainable flow. In weight loss, this mirrors the importance of transparency, steady habits, and tuning into what truly supports your body.
Evening:
A calming, anti-inflammatory dinner that promotes gut health, stabilizes blood sugar, and encourages restful sleep.
Deep tissue fascial release session
Sunset hike
Day 4: Nutrition for Weight & Wellness
Eat to Heal, Not to Shrink
Morning:
Breathwork, meditation + sacred geometry, Strength-based HIIT
Gut-friendly fibers and antioxidants for digestion and balance
Workshop:
“Personalizing Your Weight Loss Nutrition Plan”
Elimination foods, inflammation, microbiome, fasting windows
“Muscle as Medicine: Sarcopenia, Insulin, and Anti-aging Fitness”
Afternoon Activities:
A restorative meal blending protein, phytonutrients, and essential fats to calm inflammation and enhance fat-burning pathways.
Kitchen lab: Rainbow meal planning + fermented food intro
Optional: Food sensitivity testing or GI MAP gut test
Evening:
A balanced dinner crafted to reduce inflammation, restore satiety signals, and enhance cellular repair.
Guided meditation: “Reprogram the Mind for Health and Strength”
Day 5: Movement, Muscles & Mindset
Strength Is Sexy (and Metabolically Active)
Morning:
Strength-based HIIT, meditation + sacred geometry
Protein, fats, and micronutrients to boost satiety and metabolism.
Workshop:
“Muscle is Medicine: Resistance Training for Longevity & Fat Loss”
VO2 max, muscle mass, NEAT, sarcopenia
Cold plunge + Sauna therapy
Afternoon Activities:
A nutrient-dense plate combining protein and gut-friendly fibers to optimize digestion and support weight balance.
Cooking class: How to batch prep healing meals
Evening:
A metabolism-friendly evening meal blending protein, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants to optimize fat loss and overall vitality.
Mindset + Spirituality
Journaling: “How will I stay strong when life gets hard?”
Closing shamanic blessing, vision casting of body image and emotional relief + goal setting
Day 6: Integration + Rejuvenation
Design Your Health & Strength Blueprint
Morning:
Final movement + meditation
Anti-aging breakfast + elixir bar
Workshop:
“Your 30-Day Metabolic Reset Plan”
Nutrition strategy
Movement habit stack
Supplement guide (berberine, magnesium, omega-3s, protein support)
Sleep rituals + daily breathwork
Closing:
Farewell brunch + wellness gift bags
Optional: schedule follow-ups (telemedicine, lab testing, coaching)
Reset + Arrival into the Healing State
Afternoon:
Welcome reception with herbal elixirs at noon
Health check-in: baseline metrics, HRV, body composition, blood pressure, breath rate & CO₂ tolerance, VO2Max, subjective stress score/mood, grip strength, functional movement test + mobility/flexibility score
Group orientation: intention setting & program overview
Afternoon Workshop:
A metabolism-supportive lunch rich in protein, fiber, and healthy fats to stabilize blood sugar and curb cravings.
“Why Diets Fail: The Functional Medicine View of Weight Gain”
Key disruptors: blood sugar, toxins, hormone imbalances, poor sleep, emotional eating
Evening:
Gentle restorative yoga + breathwork
An evening meal built around protein, fiber, and healthy fats to support overnight repair and metabolic reset.
Fireside circle: A shamanic blessing + sound bath
Day 2: Metabolism & Mitochondria
Fuel the Fire Within
Morning:
Sunrise movement: meditations, Lymphatic movement + dry brushing
Protein and fiber to steady blood sugar and energy.
Workshop:
“The Real Science of Metabolism”
Mitochondria, thyroid, cortisol, blood sugar, leptin, insulin
Functional labs: Blood sugar, thyroid, cortisol, hormones
Cooking Demo:
Healthy Kitchen – Metabolism Reset Meals
An anti-inflammatory midday meal designed to reduce stress on the body and promote steady, sustained energy.
Afternoon Activity:
“Why You Crave: Emotional & Hormonal Triggers”
Cortisol, dopamine, ghrelin, trauma + comfort foods
How to control cravings – acupuncture points, dehydration, bitter
Sunset hike
Evening:
High-tryptophan + magnesium meal to support mood and sleep
Mindset + spirituality
Group meditation + visualization: “Rewriting your cellular story”
Journaling: “What beliefs am I releasing?” “What story is your body telling you?”
Day 3: Nervous System & Cravings - Day Out
Safety, Stress & Satiation
Morning:
Meditation + Strength-based HIIT
Anti-inflammatory fats to calm cravings and fuel focus.
Workshop:
Kelingking Beach
This dramatic cliffside view and the challenging hike down to the beach symbolize the effort and dedication required in a functional weight loss journey, the reward is breathtaking transformation and strength.
Angel’s Billabong
A natural infinity pool carved by the ocean, Angel’s Billabong reflects cleansing and renewal. Just as the tide clears and refreshes the pool, weight loss rooted in function and health is about consistent cycles of release and rejuvenation.
Broken Beach
This stunning cove, shaped by time and natural forces, reminds us that healing and weight loss are not about perfection but about embracing the process. What seems “broken” can transform into beauty and balance.
Crystal Bay
Known for its clear waters and calm energy, Crystal Bay symbolizes clarity, alignment, and sustainable flow. In weight loss, this mirrors the importance of transparency, steady habits, and tuning into what truly supports your body.
Evening:
A calming, anti-inflammatory dinner that promotes gut health, stabilizes blood sugar, and encourages restful sleep.
Deep tissue fascial release session
Sunset hike
Day 4: Nutrition for Weight & Wellness
Eat to Heal, Not to Shrink
Morning:
Breathwork, meditation + sacred geometry, Strength-based HIIT
Gut-friendly fibers and antioxidants for digestion and balance
Workshop:
“Personalizing Your Weight Loss Nutrition Plan”
Elimination foods, inflammation, microbiome, fasting windows
“Muscle as Medicine: Sarcopenia, Insulin, and Anti-aging Fitness”
Afternoon Activities:
A restorative meal blending protein, phytonutrients, and essential fats to calm inflammation and enhance fat-burning pathways.
Kitchen lab: Rainbow meal planning + fermented food intro
Optional: Food sensitivity testing or GI MAP gut test
Evening:
A balanced dinner crafted to reduce inflammation, restore satiety signals, and enhance cellular repair.
Guided meditation: “Reprogram the Mind for Health and Strength”
Day 5: Movement, Muscles & Mindset
Strength Is Sexy (and Metabolically Active)
Morning:
Strength-based HIIT, meditation + sacred geometry
Protein, fats, and micronutrients to boost satiety and metabolism.
Workshop:
“Muscle is Medicine: Resistance Training for Longevity & Fat Loss”
VO2 max, muscle mass, NEAT, sarcopenia
Cold plunge + Sauna therapy
Afternoon Activities:
A nutrient-dense plate combining protein and gut-friendly fibers to optimize digestion and support weight balance.
Cooking class: How to batch prep healing meals
Evening:
A metabolism-friendly evening meal blending protein, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants to optimize fat loss and overall vitality.
Mindset + Spirituality
Journaling: “How will I stay strong when life gets hard?”
Closing shamanic blessing, vision casting of body image and emotional relief + goal setting
Day 6: Integration + Rejuvenation
Design Your Health & Strength Blueprint
Morning:
Final movement + meditation
Anti-aging breakfast + elixir bar
Workshop:
“Your 30-Day Metabolic Reset Plan”
Nutrition strategy
Movement habit stack
Supplement guide (berberine, magnesium, omega-3s, protein support)
Sleep rituals + daily breathwork
Closing:
Farewell brunch + wellness gift bags
Optional: schedule follow-ups (telemedicine, lab testing, coaching)
Note: Schedule is approximate and may change
Getting Here
Awaken Now Acupuncture & Wellness INC, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Directions
Fly to DPS and the pick up will be there at 10am on Monday April 20th. If you arrive later you will have to organize your own transfer. Airport drop off will leave the villa at noon on Saturday April 25th to take you back to the airport
Accommodation
Functional Weight Loss & Metabolic Reset Retreat Highlights A six-day immersive experience designed to reset your metabolism, balance blood sugar, and transform your body in a sustainable, science-backed way. Not about crash diets or deprivation — this retreat helps you rebuild a healthy, lasting relationship with food, movement, and your body. Daily energizing workouts and strength-based HIIT sessions paired with nutrient-rich meals to stabilize cravings, fuel repair, and restore vitality. Functional medicine workshops exploring the root causes of weight resistance — including hormones, thyroid, cortisol, insulin, inflammation, and gut health. Hands-on cooking classes and nutrition education focused on anti-inflammatory, gut-healing foods that support metabolic flexibility. Immersive nature and culture experiences — sunrise hikes, adventure excursions, and sacred ceremonies that reconnect you to your energy and purpose. Baseline wellness assessments including HRV, body composition, mobility, VO₂ max, and breath tolerance — helping you measure progress and personalize your plan. Optional advanced lab testing such as DNA metabolism panels, gut microbiome, and hormone analysis for deeper insight. All-inclusive luxury retreat setting with chef-prepared meals, movement sessions, and restorative downtime in a stress-free environment. A take-home 30-day metabolic reset blueprint — including nutrition rhythm, movement goals, and recovery rituals to sustain results long after the retreat.
A serene private sanctuary designed for deep rest and reflection, your single room blends modern comfort with natural elegance—perfect for resetting your body, mind, and energy.
A spacious, light-filled retreat room with two twin beds — ideal for friends or solo travelers who want community and connection while still enjoying comfort, privacy, and restorative rest.
Venue & Amenities
A/C in Rooms
Free Wifi
Spa
Sauna
Pool
Towels
Free Parking
Kitchen
Tour Assistance
Hot Tub
Coffee/Tea
Cafe
Restaurant
Fitness Center
Yoga Studio
Housekeeping
Bicycles For Rent
Nestled in the heart of Ubud, this serene villa blends luxury with nature. Accommodating 10–15 guests, it offers spacious rooms, lush gardens, and open-air architecture that invite calm and connection. Enjoy private pools, tranquil courtyards, and indoor/outdoor lounges perfect for rest or reflection—all just steps from the Monkey Forest, temples, and markets. A space designed for restoration, presence, and deep rejuvenation.
Meals
Menu Types
Vegan
Vegetarian
Pescetarian
Ayurvedic
Includes Meat
Organic
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Nut Free
We accommodate for all dietary restrictions
What's Included
- Your retreat includes - Luxurious accommodations . Nourishing, chef-prepared meals . Daily workouts + movement sessions . Hands-on cooking classes . Transformative day trips + adventures . Sacred shamanic blessings . Curated goodie bags to take the magic home . Stress-free airport transfers
What's Not Included
- Airfares, additional Functional lab testing & interpretation (optional add-on)
- Lymphatic drainage
- Craniosacral therapy & nervous system regulation
- Massage
- Individual Shamanic experience
- Personalized nutrition coaching
- Peptide and IV therapy
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