Our Studio – OhanaJo

Jojo Struys:

Jojo Struys is the Co-founder of OhanaJo Studio, a celebrated wellness personality, author, TEDx speaker, and certified sound healer. With a passion for creating safe, nurturing environments for personal growth and transformation, Jojo specializes in mindfulness practices and sound healing that encourage individuals to release what no longer serves them and embrace a more peaceful, centered state of being.

Trained extensively in the serene Himalayan foothills of Rishikesh, India, Jojo is an Accredited Reiki Master and Yoga Teacher recognized by Yoga Alliance USA. She seamlessly integrates various mindfulness techniques, such as meditation, sound therapy, and energy work, to promote self-awareness, emotional healing, and inner peace. Her sessions are a beautiful blend of ancient wisdom and modern mindfulness practices, designed to help people connect deeply with themselves and their surroundings.

As an HRDF Accredited Corporate Trainer, Jojo has brought her expertise to numerous multinational companies, where she teaches stress management, relaxation techniques, and positive mindset practices. Her engaging and insightful training sessions have helped countless individuals develop resilience, reduce stress, and foster a more balanced and mindful approach to their personal and professional lives.

Jojo’s dedication to inspiring others to explore mindfulness and sound healing as pathways to self-discovery and emotional well-being is evident in every aspect of her work. Whether she’s leading a group meditation, facilitating a sound healing session, or speaking at a corporate event, Jojo’s warmth, authenticity, and deep understanding of holistic healing continue to empower others to live more mindfully and authentically.

MICHAEL:

Michael Lim is the Co-founder of OhanaJo Studio and a dedicated breathwork coach deeply committed to guiding individuals on their journey to emotional and physical wellness. As an Accredited Rebirth Breathwork Coach, Michael has a unique talent for creating transformative breathing sessions that help people release deep-seated tension, stress, and trauma stored within their bodies.

Michael’s approach to breathwork is both holistic and innovative, blending traditional breathing techniques with modern energy healing practices to achieve a profound cleanse and balance of the body’s systems. His sessions are not just about breathing—they’re about creating a safe and supportive space where individuals can explore their inner selves, let go of emotional baggage, and emerge feeling lighter, clearer, and more empowered.

Known for his passionate, empathetic, and experiential teaching style, Michael has a remarkable ability to connect with his students. His sessions are designed to help people release stress and anxiety, find inner peace, and cultivate a stronger connection with themselves. Through his work, Michael continues to inspire countless individuals to explore the healing power of breathwork and energy techniques, leading them toward greater overall well-being and self-discovery.

LEMON:

Lemon is an authenticity coach and lifelong learner who brings warmth and a genuine, relatable vibe to everything she does. She began her spiritual journey through tarot reading, offering insightful and intuitive guidance to those eager for deeper self-discovery. With certifications as a Reiki Practitioner, Sound Healer, Drum Facilitator, and Ecstatic Dance Facilitator, Lemon makes the process of healing not just transformative but also joyful and expressive. Her approach blends energy work with sound, movement, and a healthy dose of playfulness, helping people reconnect with their true selves. Lemon believes that true healing goes beyond words—it’s about feeling it fully, embracing freedom, and acceptance. She encourages others to bring a sense of play into their lives, viewing it as essential to authentic living. Lemon is your enthusiastic guide on the path to self-discovery, making every step of the journey feel like a vibrant, empowering adventure where you’re free to be fully and unapologetically yourself.

SALAF:

Born and raised in Sri Lanka, Salaf developed a deep connection with the spiritual practices of Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism, forming the foundation of his spiritual journey. He began with Reiki, which awakened his intuition and sense of gratitude. To share his insights with others, he embraced Oracle Card Reading, offering guidance to those in need.

Salaf further expanded his healing practices by becoming certified in sound healing, using deep instruments and Buddhist-inspired chants to help release deep-seated traumas. With a background in fine arts, he has also collaborated with therapists to explore art as a therapeutic tool, uncovering the emotions embedded within creative expressions.

As a QiGong practitioner and drum circle facilitator, Salaf emphasizes the importance of presence and mindfulness, guiding others on their path to healing and self-discovery.

MIZA:

Miza Shaid is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (PDCH) dedicated to helping her clients achieve profound change and liberation within their deepest consciousness, gently and effectively through hypnotherapy. She specializes in guiding individuals to overcome anxiety, despair, and self-doubt ; holistically.

In addition to her expertise in hypnotherapy, Miza is a Certified Yoga Instructor and Sound Bath Practitioner. She combines these practices to create a soothing and powerful symphony of healing that nourishes both mind and body. Miza’s sessions provide a sacred, safe space designed exclusively for transformation, rejuvenation, and self-discovery.

If you are looking to unlock the healing power within yourself, knowing that you are the medicine, you have come to the right therapist.

JOCELYN:

Jocelyn is a dedicated wellness advocate with a multifaceted background. She is a certified 200-hour yoga teacher through Aligned Yoga School. She is also an accredited sound healer and Reiki practitioner. With her extensive experience as a pharmacist, Jocelyn understands both the modern and holistic approaches to health and healing but has always been passionate about wellness. She firmly believes that true well-being is achieved through the nourishment of the body, mind, and soul and ‘prevention is better than cure’, which is why she has been so inspired by the practice of yoga, sound and energy healing as a holistic path to help people heal from the inside out.

Jocelyn’s passion lies in empowering individuals to cultivate greater self-awareness, self-love, and inner harmony. She believes that by connecting deeply with ourselves, we can unlock our full potential and lead more fulfilling lives. Her classes are thoughtfully designed to highlight the transformative power of breath, meditation, and vinyasa-style yoga. Jocelyn guides her students through these practices, encouraging them to explore and expand their inner landscapes. Her compassionate and intuitive approach fosters a supportive environment where students can feel safe and inspired on their journey towards holistic health and personal growth.

Sasha:

In the depths of despair and turmoil, Sasha found her sanctuary in the serene embrace of yoga and the healing resonance of sound.

After 14 years in her dream job with the aviation industry, navigating the skies with two international award winning prestigious airlines, her journey took an unexpected turn when she left all that behind for a marriage that made her return back to Malaysia.

She joined a corporate company for a brief period but behind the façade of success, Sasha's world was unraveling. The strains of a failing marriage intertwined with the relentless demands of her job, cast shadows of anxiety and depression, which eventually led to physical illness and surgery.

This was when she discovered her passion for yoga. It was a lifeline of solace for the recovery of her mind, body and spirit. From the crucible of her suffering, each class became a refuge, a haven where she could shed the layers of trauma that had accumulated in her life.

Through the practice of yoga, Sasha discovered the strength to confront her pain, shedding layers of her past to embrace the healing power of the present moment.

With unwavering determination, Sasha embarked on a journey of self-discovery, immersing herself in the ancient teachings of yoga and the transformative art of sound healing.

Through rigorous training by two highly passionate & knowledgeable Guru's along with profound introspection - she honed her skills by cultivating a deep respect & understanding of her body, mind, and soul.

As a 200hrs Certified Yoga Teacher & Certified Sound Healer, Sasha is a strong advocate filled with compassion and empathy sharing all her knowledge & healing gifts where she has touched many souls from small group settings to mass audiences of adults to school children offering them a safe path to healing and renewal.

Through her gentle guidance and soothing vibrations, she invites others to embark on their own inner journey of self-transformation, to rediscover the beauty and strength that lies deep within.

Leaving behind the shadows of her past, Sasha has fully embraced a new chapter in her life, one filled with purpose and passion. She has cast aside the chains of a toxic marriage and a high-powered corporate career in Kuala Lumpur by embracing the exhilarating freedom of a holistic existence.

Here at OhanaJo, Sasha extends an invitation to all who seek solace and renewal, to join her in her peaceful yoga sessions followed by her blissful sound baths.

Sasha creates a safe space of healing and tranquility, where one can reconnect with the deepest parts of themselves by unlearning old habits and patterns and relearning how to "date" themselves all over again by building a brand new relationship through the joy of self-care & self-love.

GAYATRI:

Gayatri Pillay is fondly known as a Life Architect, Yoga Teacher & Wellness Activator. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Interior Architecture and Design. Her journey towards becoming a transformative guide began with her own life experiences, including triumphing over lifelong obesity, overcoming depression & the challenges of an abusive relationship, whilst navigating career shifts, and embracing the power of holistic well-being.

Her passion is deeply rooted in inspiring personal transformation. Leveraging her unique blend of expertise in life experiences, yoga teachings & holistic wellness coaching, she guides her clients across the globe on their path to understanding and loving themselves.

Her approach extends across the physical, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of well-being, providing individuals with a comprehensive toolkit for transformation.

Throughout her journey, she has made an international impact, working with clients from diverse backgrounds and understanding the pulse of wellness internationally. She has also actively contributed to the NGO Pertubuhan Pencegahan Obesiti Kanak-Kanak & Dewasa and closely collaborated with the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Youth & Sports on national initiatives addressing fitness and obesity. Her transformative journey generously shared online and through social media, has ignited inspiration in countless individuals to achieve mental, emotional, and physical health & wellness.

Notably, she played a pivotal role in Malaysia’s groundbreaking virtual weight-loss campaign in 2020 under the aegis of the Ministry of Health. She was also featured and interviewed in top magazines like Buro and Varnam. In addition to her work in the wellness sphere, she has also collaborated with renown corporate entities and MNC organisations with her passion to spread more awareness on holistic wellness.

Her mission is to empower individuals on their journey to self-understanding and well-being from the inside out. Gayatri has been guiding individuals to rediscover their body, unlock the power of self-healing, and ignite profound self-love.

ANNA:

Anna is your guide to Integrative Yoga, a fusion of Qi Gong, Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra. She completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training at Yogshakti and is also a Certified Sound Healer.

Anna has been passionate about sharing her expertise, focusing on helping students connect with their physical bodies, find inner lightness, and cultivate more breath awareness. With over 1200 hours of teaching experience, Anna is ready to lead you on a transformative journey.

Tianna:

Tianna found a deep holistic healing, self-awareness and inner transformation with the practice of yoga and meditation. In 2017 and 2018, Tianna completed her 500hr Yoga Teachers Training Courses certification in Darjeeling and Dharamsala, Himalayan foothills of India. Her focus is igniting the inner knowing, divine light & wisdom within oneself and connecting with our soul’s highest destiny, purpose and true-authentic selves.

Tianna is a fully certified E-RYT500 Yoga Teacher affiliated with Yoga Alliance with over 2000 hours of teaching experience as well as a Holistic Yoga & Transformational Coach, Certified Usui Reiki Master, Certified OSHO Active Meditation Facilitator, Sound Alchemist, Light Language & Energy Healer, Breathwork, Movement & Kirtan Music Facilitator and Singer/Songwriter & Musician. Based in Malaysia and Darjeeling, Himalayas she infuses elements of breathwork, meditation, empowering affirmations, intuitive & embodied movement, chakra alignment, yoga flow, sound healing, universal mantra and kirtan, music, reiki, light language & energy healing in her classes. Tianna is also Founder/ Owner of YogDaan Yoga, a holistic yoga retreat centre and Registered Yoga School (RYS200) with Yoga Alliance based in Darjeeling, Himalayas conducting various yoga nature retreats, workshops and training programs.

MINDY:

Mindy is a multifaceted practitioner and advocate in the realm of holistic wellness. She serves as a Sound & Energy Healer and Trainer and Usui Reiki Master Practitioner. She is passionate about Family Constellations as a modality to help heal one’s inherited traumas or past patterns.

Mindy is also a Women's Circle and Retreat facilitator. Her commitment to lifelong learning and healing is unwavering, embodying her dedication to holistic well-being and personal/spiritual development.

In her private sessions, Mindy empowers individuals to illuminate their inner shadows, offering profound insights into the origins of their beliefs, habits, and conditioning. Through this self-awareness, clients make conscious choices to become a better version of themselves and manifest a new reality that aligns with their elevated vibrational state.

HANS:

Hans Baetsen, an internationally seasoned wellness advocate who found his home in Malaysia, draws from a profound personal journey focused on mind-body connection and emotional healing. As a clairsentient, he possesses the unique ability to harness the power of energy to support others.

Hans feels passionately about human connection and stories, and this passion is at the heart of his facilitation. He focuses on opening, connecting to, and finding safety within our hearts. With a deep commitment to mental and emotional well-being, he specializes in conducting workshops and private sessions that explore emotions and vulnerability. His diverse background in various healing modalities and life coaching equips him to guide individuals toward meaningful relationships and personal evolution. His energy is often described as compassionate, loving, and safe.

Certified in reiki and sound healing, he applies these methods to promote holistic wellness, emphasizing the crucial interplay between the mind, body, and energy in achieving overall well-being. Hans also is a certified life coach and has hosted over 100 community workshops.

As a teacher at OhanaJo, Hans leads the weekly "Manifesting Love Circles," hosts periodic "Men Circles," and serves as a one-on-one coach. Here, he provides nurturing spaces for personal evolution and meaningful relationships. With his extensive experience and a dedicated focus on the emotional well-being connection, Hans empowers individuals on their journey of self-discovery and healing.

JOJO STRUYS:

Jojo Struys is a Wellness Personality, Author, TEDx Speaker and Founder of OhanaJo Studio. She has been passionate about creating a safe space for people to release what no longer serves them, in order to come into greater self awareness and emotional wellbeing. She is a Certified Sound Healer & Lead Trainer, Accredited Reiki Master and Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance USA. She underwent most of her formal yogic training in the Himalayan foothills of Rishikesh, India.

She incorporates various breathing techniques and mindfulness tools in her sessions to cultivate more self awareness and inner calm. She has trained multiple MNC companies on the topic of stress management, relaxation, increasing positivity levels and overall wellbeing as a HRDF Accredited Corporate Trainer.

She completed a foundation course at the London College of Clinical Hypnosis and was also the regional TV Presenter for a travel series on Discovery Channel. She hopes to continue to inspire people to journey inward with the necessary mindfulness tools to help them discover their own inner healer.

SAVY:

Savy is a certified sound healer and 200-hour yoga teacher under Meghan Currie in the Exquisite Metamorphosis Teacher Training, 100-hour teacher training under Carlos Romero in the Art of Healing Touch, 100 Hour of Infinite Circularities. She is also one of Ohanajo Studio’s residential facilitators, conducting meditation classes, sound baths and yoga classes on a daily basis.

Savy’s classes and style emphasizes basic principles of yoga and are transformative, powerful, fun and healing. Her expertise in healing include Light Energy Weave, a Mexican Curranderos healing modality with a therapeutic blend of body work, Breathwork and sound healing.

She is deeply passionate about raising levels of higher consciousness, self-love and inner awareness to help individuals heal and restore inner alignment and balance. Savy also helps people access inner stillness through her famous tea mindfulness meditation sessions.

SHERIZA:

Sheriza is a Certified Yoga Teacher with 500HR Yoga Teacher Training and 75HR Yin Yoga Teacher Training. Reiki and Sound Healing practitioner.

Graduated in 2001 with Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Sheriza's previous working experience includes over 15 years working experience in Public Relations industry - Corporate & Community projects, and 6 years experience as Flight Attendant with Singapore Airlines, before embarking her journey to teach Yoga full time.

Sheriza started her yoga journey in 2013. Yoga holds a special place in her heart and open her perspective in the way she approaches life - finding center when things are hard, following the heart and trusting the inner wisdom, to surrender and feel.

Yoga to her is CONNECTION and medicine for the modern world. Sheriza believes in empowering others to embrace their own best potential and unique self, and give students a deep understanding of their yoga practice.

She teaches Hatha, Vinyasa to Yin Yoga, the active and passive, from dynamic flows, to gentle and restorative practice, all are designed to help cultivate body awareness and mindfulness connection of the mind, body & heart through breathing and movement.

Through yoga, her journey expands to Sound Healing and Reiki, as one of the ways to seek deeper sense of connection with self - mentally, physically & emotionally.

She loves weaving positive affirmations in all her sessions to serve as a sweet reminder. Her inspiring and uplifting classes provide students with holistic experience, and the knowledge and courage to carry their practice not just on the mat, but off the mat.

With more than 5000 teaching hours experience, she is actively conducting daily livestream and in person sessions, from private, group, corporate classes, masterclasses workshops, events and retreats, in Malaysia, Indonesia, India and more.

ALEX:

Alex Reyes is a Trauma Release Breathwork Coach. Her inspiring burn story and other relatable adverse childhood experiences such as sexual trauma, emotional neglect and abuse, and Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder have led her into the purposeful work of Trauma Awareness and providing accessibility to mental health assistance.

She is known for her transformative and impactful Trauma Release Breathwork group experiences in OhanaJo. With a rich knowledge and strong belief in breathwork and bodywork, she is committed to a lifelong journey of learning different breath & somatic healing techniques. She has been training under Giten Tonkov, Prema McKeever & Nisarga Dobosz in the modality of Biodynamic Breathwork & Trauma Release System.

Besides being a Trauma Release Breathwork Facilitator, Alex is also a certified massage therapist, Pranic healer, sound healer & crystal healer.

Whether facilitating a gentle release or guiding intense surrender, she tailors sessions to meet every individual's healing needs. Alex's transformative experiences go beyond therapy; participants embark on a self-discovery journey, embodying their suppressed parts leading to releasing emotions, and building nervous system resiliency. At the forefront of mental health and trauma awareness, Alex's passion and commitment to accessibility make her a beacon for those ready to explore their own healing journey through breathwork sessions.

LEMON:

Lemon is a dedicated holistic wellness professional with a background in Reiki, Sound Healing, Bodytalk Fundamentals and Tarot Reading. Currently, Lemon serves as the resident facilitator at Ohanajo Studio, offering transformative experiences for seekers.

Lemon fosters inner healing and self-discovery with her expertise in Tarot Reading, Reiki Energy Healing, and the art of Sound Baths, championing growth and healing with finesse.

Through engaging Art Therapy Meditation classes and poweful guided visualisations, Lemon facilitates emotional release, greater self awareness and inner wisdom.

Additionally, Lemon offers Certified Tarot Training workshops for those interested to learn how to read the cards themselves, whether it’s for friends or family or a professional path.

Lemon's authentic presence in holistic wellness has kindled profound journeys of transformation and healing, promising a path of positivity, genuineness, and introspection.

SALAF:

Salaf is an accomplished and intuitive Certified Reiki Healer and Sound Therapist, bringing a wealth of expertise to the holistic wellness space. With a rich background in facilitating transformative experiences, Salaf serves as the resident facilitator at Ohanajo Studio.

Drawing on a unique blend of skills and experiences, Salaf is renowned for proficiency in Oracle Card Reading, Meditation and Art Therapy Instruction, as well as the art of Sound Healing.

In addition to regular offerings such as meditation classes and captivating sound baths, Salaf's Art Therapy and Interpretation sessions stand out as a transformative tool for self-expression and emotional healing. With a deep-rooted commitment to holistic wellness and the power of self-discovery, Salaf continues to touch lives and inspire a journey of profound inner transformation and healing.

ASHLYNN:

Ashlynn Williams is a wife, mom and former corporate professional from Texas, USA. She’s currently based in Kuala Lumpur and is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Ayurveda Educator, Herbalist, Yoga Instructor & Teacher Trainer.

She left her 6 figure corporate job behind to pursue her higher purpose as a Yoga Instructor and Ayurvedic Health Practitioner. With a university degree in Economics, and a second (Master’s) degree in Business Management, Ashlynn started her career with a global company, working in Management positions in Finance and global Supply Chain. She was “successful” by American standards, especially as a minority both in race and gender, and in a male-dominated industry.

It wasn’t until after Ashlynn accepted a promotion a few years later at her corporate job that brought her to Malaysia. As a busy corporate professional with a toddler and a newborn at home, she became overworked and overstressed, having lunch at her desk and working well past midnight most days. She soon started experiencing migraines and extreme fatigue. Deep down, she knew this life was not sustainable.

She took a 12 months sabbatical to return to her personal Yoga practice, explore life as Yoga instructor and to contemplate a different path. Through teaching Yoga and co-hosting an array of wellness workshops during this period, Ashlynn realised this was the work that she wanted to pursue full-time. Trading in her corporate career of 11 years, Ashlynn has found meaning and joy as a Yoga Instructor and Ayurveda Health Practitioner.

Certified with more than 750 hours of Yoga Teacher Training and more than 1800 hours in Ayurveda training she offers private consultations, classes & workshops locally in Kuala Lumpur, and online around the world. She’s a faculty member teaching Ayurveda courses and mentoring students at the Joyful Belly School of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion in North Carolina, USA. She is passionate about educating and supporting women facing challenges with stress, burnout and physical/mental health imbalances, including digestive issues, nutrition, hormonal health & reproductive issues, so that they can heal and empower themselves to support sustainable changes in their own lives.

AMBER:

Amber is a registered yoga teacher, certified sound healer and Reiki Practitioner.

She obtained her yoga teacher certification in 2016 and is adept in Vinyasa and Yin Yoga, Pregnancy and Postpartum Yoga. Her classes are focused on connecting breath, movement and alignment for students to safely and steadily deepen their yoga practice. She blends in elements of different yoga styles from her multidisciplinary yoga practice in assisting students to realise their potential and achieve balance in their practice.

Amber has a keen interest in achieving more holistic wellness by expanding beyond yoga, with the art of meditation and mindfulness practice in her daily life. She combines sound and energy healing, especially in 1-1 privates for a more holistic approach to one’s mind body wellbeing.

Amber is passionate in helping students deepen their connection with their inner selves through mind, body, breath and energy with more awareness and grace, allowing them to come home to the innate peace, calm, clarity and abundance within.

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