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

Lauren assisting a student in a private yoga class

Private Ashtanga Yoga Classes

  • 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

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 

Ashtanga Yoga Retreats

Next Ashtanga Yoga Retreat:

Villa Mandala, Morocco

30th August to 6th September 2025

“I highly recommend Lauren and Cathy's retreat. It was a fantastic opportunity to improve my yoga practice as well as spend some time relaxing in the company of other like-minded, friendly people. Thoroughly enjoyed it!”

- 2024 Retreat 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

Next Event Spring 2025

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.

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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
— S, London

Trauma Sensitive Yoga can be practised in a group or one-to-one.

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Hi, I’m Lauren,

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

Thanks for landing on my page. I’m really excited you’re here!

For nearly two decades, I’ve been a dedicated yoga practitioner and I wholeheartedly believe in its benefits.

I believe yoga can help you live more fully in the world. Whether you’re looking to reduce stress, learn to regulate your nervous system, improve focus or enhance your self-awareness I believe yoga can help.

If you are looking for advice on taking your first steps into teaching, or you’re struggling to establish yourself as a full time yoga teacher, you’re in the right place!

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

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 wondering if you’ll ever make enough money to teach yoga full-time.

Maybe you feel isolated and are in need of guidance and support to help you build the yoga teaching career you’ve been dreaming of?

Yoga Teacher Mentoring

  • Ashtanga Yoga

    Private Classes, Corporate Sessions and Group Mysore Ashtanga Yoga

  • Events and Retreats

    Ashtanga Yoga Brunch

    Ashtanga Yoga Retreats

  • Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY)

    Group and individual TCTSY sessions. Yoga for survivors of complex trauma

  • Mentoring for new Yoga Teachers

    Advice and guidance for new yoga teachers

My Blog

Why Ashtanga Yoga is more than a workout

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Power Dynamics in the Student-Teacher Relationship

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Understanding jump-backs and jump-throughs in Ashtanga Yoga

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4 tips when Ashtanga Second Series makes you feel crazy

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