Ashtanga Yoga teacher based in Central London
Private Ashtanga Yoga, Mysore Classes, Trauma Informed Yoga, Workshops and Yoga Retreats
Ashtanga Yoga with A Trauma-Informed Approach
Practice Ashtanga yoga with Lauren
Develop a regular and consistent practice
Improve your mental focus and physical strength
Feel better in every aspect of your life
Private Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Imagine how it would feel to:
Establish a consistent Ashtanga yoga practice without the stress of commuting.
Practice at a time that suits you
fit your yoga practice seamlessly into your busy life
Practice yoga in the privacy and comfort of your own home
to achieve your practice goals! From inversions to jump backs - I can help you get there!
Over the years I’ve helped my private Ashtanga yoga clients…
Begin the journey into Ashtanga yoga.
gain a solid foundation in the fundamentals of the Ashtanga yoga practice
reach their practice goals and master the aspect of the practice they’ve been struggling with
fine-tune their practice
Adapt their Ashtanga practice in response to a health concern, pain or injury.
to promote healing and longevity.
Provide support and motivation to establish a regular practice
Ashtanga Yoga Retreats
Disconnect from it all
Deepen your yoga practice in an idyllic setting
Rest and recharge, feel energised with a clear head and a new community of yoga friends
Next Ashtanga Yoga Retreats:
Fishley Hall, Norfolk
26th to 29th April 2024
Monchique, Portugal
20th to 27th July 2024
"It's the perfect combination of yoga, excellent food and lovely nature. And it's so nice to spend time with people to chat about everything, not just our yoga. Lauren & Tom are simply wonderful, I cannot recommend this retreat highly enough to anyone.”
- Fishley Hall 2023 Guest
“Lauren understands the body very well but also takes time to understand the individual which is what makes her such a wonderful teacher. Thank you Lauren!”
— Dee, Ireland
Yoga Adjustments & Hands-on Assisting Workshop
Saturday 18th May 9.30am to 5.00pm
A workshop for yoga practitioners and teachers. Learn How And When To Adjust Asana Confidently, Safely And Effectively.
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga Classes
Mysore Style Ashtanga Yoga Classes
The traditional way to learn Ashtanga Yoga
Weekday evenings at Astanga Yoga London, NW1
Beginners welcome
Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY)
Trauma Centre Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY) is about creating an opportunity for you to safely (re)connect with your body.
Rather than the focus being on learning a particular yoga shape (asana) or breathing technique, the practice offers you an opportunity to explore the present moment by moving and maybe noticing sensations in your body.
TCTSY offers you an opportunity to explore making choices about movements you may be interested in trying out. Different options are presented and you have complete choice over how (or if) you choose to move.
“Lauren is a trauma informed practitioner who understands the importance of dynamics in teaching individuals”
Trauma Sensitive Yoga can be practised in a group or one-to-one.
Hi, I’m Lauren,
My yoga journey started at my local gym in my early twenties.
At the time I struggled with self-image and didn’t feel at home in skin.
Yoga helped me find confidence and trust in my body.
practising yoga and working with my breath meant I had to slow down.
As well as becoming aware of my body, I became more aware of my thoughts and reactions.
I started reading yoga philosophy, and I began to understand that I was more than my thoughts; they didn’t define me.
For the first time, I became aware that I could choose whether or not I reacted to my thoughts.
That was life-changing because it meant I could to change my outlook on so many levels
Yoga had such a positive impact on my sense of self, that in 2010 I embarked on a journey to become a yoga teacher and haven’t looked back since.
My teaching style
I teach Ashtanga Yoga through a trauma-informed lens, and I offer yoga sessions designed specifically for survivors of complex trauma.
I’m a Level 2 Authorised Ashtanga Yoga Teacher which means I’ve spent many years studying at the source of Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore, India; and can teach you primary and intermediate series.
My approach to Ashtanga yoga is non-dogmatic. I take a person-centred approach that addresses the needs of you, the practitioner rather than following a prescribed set of rules.
I’m passionate about using the skills and knowledge I’ve gained over many years of study to guide you in a practice that nourishes and supports you. making you feel better than ever!
If you have any questions about my teaching feel free to get in touch
You’ve completed your 200hour Yoga Teacher training and are looking to take your first steps into teaching yoga full time
Or perhaps you’ve been teaching for a while and are looking to up-skill or make your yoga classes more trauma-informed
Yoga Teacher Mentoring
For many years I didn’t have confidence in my ability as a yoga teacher. I felt like if I only did X training or gained Y experience then I’d be enough. Of course, it wasn’t really about how many trainings I’d done but more about trusting myself and having confidence in my abilities.
If you are looking for advice on taking your first steps into teaching, you’d like to learn more about adjusting asana or teaching in a way that’s trauma-informed, or anything else, please get in touch!
I offer mentoring calls or meet-ups for 30 minutes or 1-hour time slots at a flat rate.
I am the co-founder of YOGA MENTOR ACADEMY with Ashley Ahrens
We are here to support your journey and give guidance. And we’ve written lots of useful blogs for new teachers that you can find here
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Ashtanga Yoga
Private Classes, Corporate Sessions and Group Mysore Ashtanga Yoga
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Events and Retreats
Ashtanga Yoga Brunch
Ashtanga Yoga Retreats
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Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY)
Group and individual TCTSY sessions. Yoga for survivors of complex trauma
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Mentoring for new Yoga Teachers
Advice and guidance for new yoga teachers
