At The Yoga Garden Lembongan, our team combines experience, authenticity & genuine care. From Yoga Alliance–accredited teacher trainers to our devoted studio staff, every detail of your stay is supported with warmth & professionalism. Together, we create a nurturing space where learning, connection & community flourish — embodying the essence of Yoga in Bali through mindful teaching, heartfelt service & island hospitality.
Lead Teaching Team & Assistants
Claire Green – Owner & Yin Yoga Lead Teacher
- Claire brings over 25 years of yoga practice & more than 3,000 hours of advanced teacher training. Originally from the UK, she began her journey managing yoga programs across Coventry City before finding her home in Nusa Lembongan, Bali, where she’s lived for six years.
- Her passion for teaching led her to pioneer personalized Yin Yoga & Chinese Medicine Teacher Trainings over a decade ago, later expanding to create the 200-hour Vinyasa & Yin Yoga program. She continues to collaborate with Bali’s finest Reiki, Breathwork & Ayurveda teachers, offering students a truly holistic education.
- Claire’s ongoing studies with respected teachers such as Gillian Russell, Ana Forrest, Donna Farhi, Paul Grilley, Jo Phee, Tom Myers & Dr. Francoise Freeman reflect her lifelong commitment to learning & teaching with integrity.
- As a Yoga Alliance School & founder of Akira Yoga & The Yoga Garden Lembongan, she offers a balanced approach of structured learning, leisure & heartfelt connection.
- Claire will be your first point of contact, guiding your journey with care, experience & genuine presence, supported by her dedicated team on the island.
Fera Ariasih – Vinyasa Lead & Reiki Practitioner
- Born in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Fera’s journey into yoga & healing is deeply inspired by her Javanese heritage & early exposure to spiritual practice.
- Guided by her father’s work with Reiki, she developed a lifelong passion for energy healing & holistic well-being.
- With over 10 years of yoga practice & 6 years of teaching experience, Fera blends Vinyasa, mindful movement & Reiki energy work to create classes that nurture both body & soul.
- Certified in Reiki Levels 1 & 2 & a 200-hour graduate of Kapha Yoga Bali, she’s known for her grounding presence, intuitive sequencing & compassionate approach.
- Fera has an unwavering commitment to empowering her students. She sees yoga as a gateway to self-discovery, healing, & growth, & her classes reflect this philosophy.
- Through thoughtfully crafted sequences that blend movement, breath, & mindfulness, she helps students release stress, reconnect with their authentic selves, & uncover their innate resilience, ensuring every student feels seen, supported, & inspired to flourish.
Thia Moana -Yin Yoga Teacher Training Assistant
- Thia Moana is an experienced yoga teacher & energy healer with over a decade of teaching across Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin Yoga, Pranayama, Meditation, Yoga Nidra & Kirtan.
- Based in Nusa Lembongan, she has completed more than 500 hours of Yoga Teacher Training & holds certifications in Reiki & energy work, assisting Yoga Teacher Trainings, Women’s Circles & Kirtan.
- Deeply passionate about Trauma-Informed Yoga, Thia blends ancient yogic wisdom with modern neuroscience to support emotional healing & nervous system balance.
- Her teachings weave humor, lightness & authenticity, creating nurturing spaces where students rediscover their strength, cultivate self-love & embrace transformation with integrity.
- Thia holds a voice of an angel, blessing her classes with Vedic chanting & Kirtan.
Restuning Sandini – Reiki Level 1 & 2 Teacher Trainer
- Restuning Sandini is a renowned Reiki Master, deeply rooted in the Usui lineage, with nearly a decade of experience in performing both treatments & trainings.
- As an Indonesian native living in Bali, Restuning’s connection to universal energy has been a part of her life since childhood. Growing up with a profound understanding of this energy, she found her calling in Reiki, which has since become her tool for healing.
- With a deep-seated passion for teaching & wellness, Restuning creates a nurturing & inspiring environment for her students.
- Her unique approach combines traditional Usui Reiki techniques with her extensive knowledge of universal energy, offering a holistic & enriching experience.
- Under her guidance, you’ll explore the depths of Reiki, learning to channel its healing power to restore balance, promote well-being, & connect with your innate inner wisdom.
Romi Ochwani Breathwork & Ayurveda
- Born in India & now based in Bali, Romi Ochwani brings a rare blend of heart, humility & deep presence to his teachings.
- A certified yoga, meditation & Ayurveda teacher with over 500 hours of advanced training, Romi has spent years guiding students across India, Australia & Brazil, sharing the wisdom of breath, movement & Ayurvedic living as pathways back to balance & inner peace.
- Rooted in yogic tradition yet attuned to the language of modern science, his approach bridges ancient wisdom with a grounded understanding of the nervous system.
- Each session invites students to explore not just how they move or breathe, but how they feel, learning to restore harmony through awareness, rhythm & ritual.
- Specialising in yogic breathwork, meditation, nervous system healing & Ayurvedic philosophy, Romi’s work helps people rediscover the natural rhythm between effort & ease, cultivating calm in the mind, vitality in the body & steadiness in the heart.
The Yoga Garden Lembongan Studio Support & Staff
Pinkan Pinla – Receptionist & Excursions Co-ordinator
- Pinkan is at the heart of The Yoga Garden, bringing warmth, organisation & care to everything she does.
- As our studio receptionist & excursions co-ordinator, she’ll be at the shala each morning to welcome you to class with her bright smile & calm energy.
- Behind the scenes, Pinkan carefully arranges all boat bookings, our restaurant excursions, massages, Reiki treatments & any days-off island adventures, ensuring every detail of your experience flows smoothly.
- Her quiet dedication helps create the seamless, supportive atmosphere that makes your time with us feel effortless.
Dayat – Our Gardener & assistant to the Shala
- Dayat is our gardener & all-around “Mr Yes Man” . He keeps The Yoga Garden thriving from the ground up. With his ever-present smile & can-do spirit, he tends to the plants, keeps the garden clean & helps with anything that needs an extra pair of hands.
- Whether he’s fixing, watering or quietly sweeping before sunset, Dayat’s care brings harmony to the space.
- His presence reminds us that yoga isn’t only practiced on the mat, it’s in the kindness, consistency & teamwork that make this garden grow.
Raha – Receptionist & Studio Training Support
- Raha is our afternoon studio receptionist & training support assistant, known for her reliability, kindness & quiet attention to detail.
- She plays an essential role in keeping the shala running smoothly, greeting students with warmth, maintaining a clean & organised space, & offering steady support throughout our Yoga Teacher Trainings.
- A devoted mother of two children who live in Java, Raha works alongside her husband here on Nusa Lembongan to support her family back home. Her story reflects perseverance, patience & deep gratitude, qualities that shine through in her gentle presence.
Is a Yoga Course Right for You? Find Out Here
If you’re contemplating a Yoga Teacher Training but feel unsure, no problem, we know that it’s a significant decision. We understand your investment, & the need for comprehensive information & support throughout this process.
We invite you to use this contact form to reach out directly to the Studio owner, Yin Yoga Teacher Trainer & Training Coordinator Claire, with any questions.
For a more personal conversation, I’m available on WhatsApp at +62 813 5872 0377.
Our goal is to make your transition into this Yoga teaching journey as smooth as possible, ensuring you have all the support you need.
Take a look at our dedicated Testimonial Page, where the voices of our global yoga community come to life. This page demonstrates reflections, & experiences shared by those who have embarked on our comprehensive 200-hour teacher training program in Bali.
Read our Yoga Alliance Accredited School testimonials, here
Our Open Air Yoga Shala: The Yoga Garden Lembongan
The Yoga Garden, Lembongan is a tranquil Yoga Studio nestled in the peaceful surroundings of Nusa Lembongan. An open-air Shala set away from any passing traffic in a lush garden where the sound of the ocean & birds compliments the comprehensive Yoga Teacher Training learning journey.
Nusa Lembongan, our location
Reach Nusa Lembongan from Sanur in Bali. Upon reaching Sanur Harbor, the passage to Nusa Lembongan unfolds with a 20-minute fast boat ride. From the harbor on arrival at Nusa Lembongan, we are minutes away with local taxi services available to bring you straight to us.
At the booking platform, we extend the option of arranging a hotel collection, & booking your boat ticket for you, that includes your taxi to our location. Providing you with a seamless transition to us.
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If you have any inquiries, we’re here to help! Feel free to reach out at [email protected] & we’ll gladly assist you with your questions.