A bit about me and my approach to yoga…
Hello, I’m Laura Knightly Brown… a yoga teacher and wellbeing enthusiast. I’ve been practicing yoga since 2004, and teaching since 2015. I’ve tried a wide variety of yoga styles but I’ve also explored a lot of different movement disciplines and read A LOT of books (and completed courses and training) on positive psychology, nutrition, breathing, bio-mechanics, rest, sleep, nature, sunlight, mindfulness and more… basically I’m fascinated by all the tools, research and wisdom, ancient and new, that can help us THRIVE.
For me, yoga combines some of the core wellness practices - movement, breath-work, meditation and awareness of our mind-set – that can enable us to take control of our own health and happiness. This feeling of empowerment is the key to reaching our potential and making the most of this one life!
I predominantly teach “vinyasa” yoga where the movement is connected to the breath. The classes are challenging and uplifting. Physically, I’m interested in evolving yoga to make it a bit more “functional”… to create bodies that are strong, mobile, skilful, adaptable, graceful and pain-free… a body that can do all the fun stuff it wants to… whether that’s long runs, standing on your hands or just being able to get up and down easily to play with grandkids. Psychologically, I believe yoga can not only help calm and focus the mind but can contribute to an array of other positive mental / emotional attributes including self-confidence, self-compassion and a positive sense of achievement.
Oh, and although all that sounds quite serious, I really don’t take myself that seriously… I hope! Fundamentally I believe your yoga experience should be FUN… a chance to enjoy moving your body, trying new things out and even being a bit playful :-).