Who we are
Akademi Kristus is not for profit project in Bali that is changing the lives of Indonesian youth through martial arts, education and creative arts. Akademi Kristus is a project of Arms of Love Foundation (Yayasan Tangan Kasih Indonesia) Bali.
Arms of Love Foundation is a a registered Indonesian charity that exists to bring hope to a hurting world. Through a range of social development projects including Akademi Kristus, they aim to reach out to people in need and help to improve their quality of life.
Arms of Love is a Christian based foundation founded by Pastor Wayan and Gayle Dwije and is the social arm of C3 Church Bali.
At AK, our philosophy is rooted in the PEMS Model—Physical,Emotional, Mental and Spiritual. This approach sets us apart from other schools and community centers, guiding both students and staff. We believe in holistic transformation and aim to be a destination for personal growth and restoration.
PHYSICAL
Physical well-being is about caring for our bodies as temples of God — through regular movement, nutritious food, restful sleep, and healthy routines that sustain energy and strength for life and service.
EMOTIONAL
Emotional well-being involves understanding, expressing, and regulating feelings in a way that fosters resilience, empathy, and healthy relationships with self and others.
MENTAL
Mental well-being is the development of a growth mindset, clarity of thought, and disciplined focus. It includes the pursuit of wisdom, reflective practice, and sound decision-making rooted in truth.
SPIRITUAL
Spiritual well-being flows from a deep connection to God, a sense of purpose, and a life lived in alignment with Christ’s teachings. It is the foundation for identity, integrity, and hope.
Our history
Founder Geoff’s Story
Geoff Collins is an Australian who moved to Indonesia in 2001. He married Erma in Surabaya, Indonesia in 2004 and they now have 3 children, Chloe, Kellie and Kasy. In 2011, they moved from Surabaya to Bali, intending to dedicate their lives to helping people.
They began by teaching children in a slum community on a tarpaulin under a tree. In 2015, with the help of Woon Ooi, Jamie Murray and the Australian jiujitsu community, the project moved to the location now known as Akademi Kristus Sanur.
The location grew organically over the years and in 2019, the Collins family turned their adjoining house into classrooms to accommodate and better serve the growing student population. The number of classes and services AK provides has also grown immensely. AK now provides nationally recognised education opportunities, a nutrition program, disability support, vocational training and education opportunities and a diverse martial arts, dance and music program.
Akademi Kristus is an organisation dedicated to bringing hope to the lives of Indonesian youth, families, and communities. We achieve this by cultivating meaningful relationships and offering a range of programs designed to foster confidence, empower individuals, and equip them to reach their goals.
