Welcome to Upledger Institute Bali

The First Official CranioSacral Therapy Training Centre in Indonesia.

Whether you're a physiotherapist, osteopath, massage therapist, energy healer, sport therapist or complete beginner ready to explore a new path.
Our workshops provide an immersive and internationally recognised education that blends scientific understanding with intuitive touch.

Join the global movement of therapists trained to listen with their hands and transform lives with their touch.

Now enrolling: CranioSacral Therapy 1 (CST1)
19 - 23 Nov 2025 | Ubud, Bali

Now enrolling: Energy and Balancing Workshop
24 - 27 Nov 2025 | Ubud, Bali

The Upledger Legacy

Founded by visionary osteopathic physician Dr. John E. Upledger, the Upledger Institute has trained over 125,000 therapists worldwide in CranioSacral Therapy—a gentle, hands-on approach that supports the body’s ability to self-correct by releasing tension deep in the central nervous system.

For over 40 years, our techniques have been used by osteopaths, physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, sports instructors, coaches, midwives, and energy workers alike. Our commitment to clinical excellence, trauma-informed care, and somatic intelligence remains unmatched.

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Why Bali,
Why Now?

Bali has long been a hub for global seekers, wellness practitioners, and holistic innovators. But until now, formal CranioSacral Therapy training was not available in Indonesia.

We chose to open our first school here because we believe in the power of place and the deep healing energy that flows through this island.

Upledger Institute Bali is not just a school. It’s a sanctuary for learning, unlearning, and becoming.

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Meet

Oleksandr Izbash

With a unique integration of medical, osteopathic, and somatic expertise, Oleksandr is a board-certified Obstetrician-Gynaecologist (MD), qualified Doctor of Osteopathy (DO), and Diplomate Certified CranioSacral Therapist (CST-D) Coach.

He is an international faculty member of the Upledger Institute (USA), where he coaches CranioSacral Therapy seminars around the world. His work bridges clinical precision with intuitive depth, guiding both practitioners and clients through powerful transformation.

In addition to his CST training, he is also an experienced breathwork facilitator and leader of transformational retreats, known for creating safe, embodied spaces where true healing can unfold.

Upcoming Training: CST1 – CranioSacral Therapy Level 1

Dates: 19 - 23 November 2025
Location: Ubud, Bali
Instructor: Oleksandr Izbash, MD, CST-D Coach
Language: English

What You’ll Learn:

  • Palpation of the craniosacral rhythm

  • Releasing fascial restrictions

  • Core CST techniques (stillpoint induction, diaphragm releases, dural tube work)

  • 10-step protocol

  • Anatomy of the craniosacral system

  • How to create deep safety and presence in therapeutic work

Open to:

  • Massage therapists

  • Physiotherapists

  • Sports Instructors and Coaches

  • Osteopaths & chiropractors

  • Midwives & doulas

  • Healers & energy workers

  • Curious beginners

What Makes Upledger Training Different?

  • Globally recognised certification

  • Evidence-informed, trauma-aware curriculum

  • Real-time hands-on feedback from experienced instructors

  • Pathway to advanced trainings (CST2, SER, Paediatrics, etc.)


Upcoming Training: Energy and Balancing

Dates: 24 - 27 November 2025
Location: Ubud, Bali
Instructor: Oleksandr Izbash, MD, CST-D Coach
Language: English

Open to:

  • Sports Instructors and Coaches

  • Massage Therapists

  • Energy Healers & Reiki Practitioners

  • Acupuncturists & TCM Practitioners

  • Yoga Teachers & Bodyworkers
    (Enhance your sessions with energy awareness)

  • Beginners
    (No prior experience needed, just an open mind to energy healing)

What You’ll Learn:

  • Foundational Energy Sensing – Develop the skill to feel and observe subtle energy flows.

  • Aura & Light Grid Work – Evaluate and balance the biofield and energetic matrix.

  • Chakra Diagnostics – Assess and treat blockages in the 7 major chakras.

  • TCM Meridian Mastery – Work with the *12 primary + 8 extraordinary meridians* for holistic flow.

  • Advanced Energy Channels – Balance ascending/descending energy through the Sushumna line.

  • Lunar & Solar Energy – Harness cosmic rhythms for deeper healing.

  • Session Design – Structure a *complete 1-hour treatment* blending multiple traditions.

  • Pro Tips – Practical insights from diverse healing lineages to enhance your practice.

What Makes This Course Unique?

  • Learn from certified experts in a serene natural setting.

  • East-West Fusion – Uniquely blends craniosacral therapy with TCM, chakras, and aura work—rarely taught together.

  • Hands-On Retreat Format – Immersive practice in a healing environment (not just a classroom).

  • No Competitors – The only program in Indonesia offering this integrated energy medicine approach.


Frequent Ask Questions:

  • No prior experience is required for CST1. Our trainings welcome complete beginners, as well as professionals looking to deepen their therapeutic skillset.

  • Yes. All Upledger Institute courses follow the same standards used worldwide. Graduates receive official certification that allows progression through the full Upledger curriculum.

  • Workshops are taught in English.

  • Our workshops are hosted in Ubud, Bali, at serene venues designed for learning and restoration. Full details are shared upon registration.

  • You can continue on to CST2 and advanced levels with any Upledger campus around the world. We also offer mentorship, study groups, and community practice sessions here in Bali.

"Let go of the need to fix. Your role is to support what the body already knows how to do."

— Dr. John E. Upledger

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