About Laurie

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Hi, I’m Laurie — a padel lover, yoga teacher, and unapologetic logistics magician based in Bali. I create boutique Padel in Paradise retreats that blend sharp coaching with smart recovery, real local flavor, and the kind of tiny details that make everything feel effortless.

I moved to Bali at 45 (Zimbabwe-born, 28 years in Cape Town), learned Bahasa Indonesia, and built trusted on-the-ground teams—coaches, drivers, therapists, chefs, photographers, and fixers who make magic happen quietly in the background. I know the backroads, the shalas with rice-field views, the courts that run on time, and which venues actually deliver when it rains.

What my retreats feel like: pro-led clinics and curated match play, court buy-outs near where we stay, yoga/mobility forfor body prep and recovery, spa time, chef-led dinners or favorite warungs, and one “wow” day (think beaches, snorkeling + lunch, driving ATV’s through jungles and white water rafting with magnificent scenery, or anything that you may have read to be a Bali MUST DO that you may want to experience). Everything is sequenced to your group’s energy, level mix, and goals—fun-loving and adventurous, yet super organized.

My superpower: I’m detail-obsessed without being fussy—color-coded run-sheets, transfers that appear when you need them, backup plans for tropical weather, and thoughtful touches (welcome kits, sweat towels, court snacks, and sunset surprises). Clear communication, healthy boundaries, and plenty of laughter.

Who I work with: all groups, predominantly Women only , mixed-level friends trips, club/coach-led buyouts, or a few solo travelers snagging the last spots. If you want padel by day, yoga-led recovery, and Bali at its best—without the stress—you’re in the right place.

Ready to design your week in paradise? Message me and let’s build your dream retreat.