It started off as an idea during a Sunday toonai (lunch) between the church minister and members of the Faleasiu Methodist Church.
The reef reserve project is now progressing well for the members of the congregation and the youth group.
"It has been seven months now since we started the reserve, and it is an initiative implemented through our youth group under the support of the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries," said church minister Veta Sua.
The 120 meter square reserve is an initiative to protect Faleasiu's corals, fish and the many crustaceans that live in the village's waters.
"We have been seeing drastic changes in the reserve, the fish which were scarce have been inhabiting the reserve," he added.
MAF conducted seminars and trainings with the youth of the church on rules and regulations about running the reserve.
The village has also lent a hand by enforcing these regulations and the prevention of not just fishing but travelling through the reserve.
"We’re hoping to bring oysters, sea plants and other corals to add to the reserve. But it is all depending on whether the MAF has enough of those to spare," added Sua.
"The fisheries said the corals here are very good for fish and crustacean growth, and it’s one of the reasons why we’re pushing its continuation.
The most popular of sea reserves in Samoa, is the oyster reserve in Safune, Savaii. It is home to some of the biggest oysters to be found in the country. Another is the turtle pond in Malua, and at Safa'i on the big Island.
For Faleasiu's Methodist youth, the seven-month old reserve is just the beginning of an initiative they hope will have a ripple effect on neighbouring villages and encourage other young people to protect the marine life in waters around their villages.