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Teachers & Guides

Meet the people who bring practice, culture, discipline, and lived experience into the Avasthanam yoga journey.

Desak - Yoga Teacher at Avasthanam Bali

Desak

Balinese Roots, Ancestral Wisdom & Discipline of Yoga

Born and raised in a traditional Balinese family, culture, spirituality, and ancestral wisdom were part of Desak's everyday life. Taught from an early age that discipline is developed through consistent practice, patience, and living each day with intention, these foundation values led her to the path of yoga.

For Desak, yoga is much more than physical movement—it is a daily discipline, a way of becoming more aware, and a practice of bringing the body, breath, mind, and spirit into harmony. She uses traditional Balinese wisdom to bridge ancient practices with modern life.

My Teaching Approach

  • Tradition with simplicity: Making yogic practices accessible without losing their deeper meaning.
  • Practice over theory: Encouraging students to experience and integrate what they learn.
  • Discipline with compassion: Developing consistency without forcing or judging ourselves.
  • Connection to culture: Honoring Balinese traditions while welcoming students from around the world.
  • Yoga as a lifestyle: Bringing awareness beyond the mat and into everyday life.
"Yoga, for me, is not about becoming someone else. It is about returning to ourselves—one practice, one breath, and one day at a time."
Latif Soemosoediro - Yoga Teacher at Avasthanam Bali

Latif Soemosoediro

Yoga Practitioner & Teacher

Latif Soemosoediro approaches yoga with a simple yet meaningful philosophy: show up, breathe, practice, and allow the journey to unfold with patience. His own practice is rooted in discipline, presence, and an open heart.

Rather than viewing yoga as a competition or a pursuit of perfect postures, Latif believes practice is an opportunity to develop a deeper connection with body, breath, and mind. With a warm and approachable teaching style, he supports students in discovering yoga as a personal journey of self-awareness.

Teaching Approach

  • Mindful Movement: Exploring movement with awareness and respect for the body.
  • Breath Awareness: Using conscious breathing to support presence and steadiness.
  • Patience: Allowing each student to progress at their own pace.
  • Discipline: Cultivating consistency through regular practice.
  • Self-Awareness: Encouraging students to observe and understand their own experience.
  • Accessible Yoga: Welcoming students of different backgrounds and experience levels.
"Come to the mat with patience, practice with discipline, and leave with a more open heart."