Lauren Mahan Valls - Professeure de Vinyasa et de yoga Nidra
RENCONTRE AVEC LAUREN MAHAN VALLS
“Immersive experiences like yoga retreats offer a much-needed disconnect from “life” to reconnect on what’s essential.
Sharing the experience with a group reminds us of our interconnection”
FORMATIONS YOGA ET HORS YOGA:
My practice has ebbed and flowed throughout my life. Sometimes strong, fiery & constant, other times soft, mild & in the background, but always present and the compass guiding me forward to go with the flow of life. I started yoga from an early age and am certified in the following practices:
Awakening Vinyasa 200H RYT with Patrick Beach & Carling Harps
Yin Yoga 50H with Philippe Beer Gabel & Anne-Gaelle Guillot
Yoga Nidra 50H with Philiipe Beer Gabel & Uma Dinsmore-Tul
Psychology & Holistic Health degree from San Francisco State University
Certified ESL (English as a second language) teacher
And certainly, the school of life! Traveling, discovering new cultures and living in France for the past 8 years has been the most enriching experience.
TON TYPE D’ENSEIGNEMENT DE YOGA / LA PARTICULARITÉ DE TON ENSEIGNEMENT DU YOGA:
I teach a vinyasa class that is accessible with a steady pace to stay present to the breath (the life force) always with a smile :)
My yin & yoga Nidra classes offer a pause to connect to the present moment, your intuition and free yourself from the noise of everyday life. You’re invited to let go of stored tensions deep in your tissues and offer yourself some TLC (tender love & care).
I tend to impart a sense of lightness and ‘being at home’ to my students- they’re welcome to come as they are, feel comfortable in their skin and stay curious to all that shows up in their practice.
3 MOTS POUR DÉFINIR CE QUE T’APPORTE TON ENSEIGNEMENT:
Confidence - Joy - Peace
3 MOTS POUR DÉFINIR CE QUE T’APPORTENT TES ÉLÈVES:
Humility - Connection - Curiosity
SIGNE ET ASCENDANT ASTROLOGIQUES:
Cancer, Virgo rising
TA CONSTITUTION AYURVÉDIQUE:
Kapha-Vata
TES RACINES :
My roots are in California but my heart led me to France, where my husband is from. My family background is your classic American melting pot from Europe! (Welsh, Irish, Polish, Russian & Portugues.
TA POSTURE FAVORITE :
Gomukhasana or Vrkshasana and all their variations
POSTURE REDOUTÉE :
Kapotasana- still impossible without the help of a yoga wheel
MENTOR YOGA:
So many great yogis have crossed my path and shared their nuggets of wisdom from Annie Carpenter to Patrick Beach, Carling Harps, Erich Schiffmann, Rachel Brathen & Philippe Beer Gabel
& HORS YOGA….
My university teacher, Kenn. In his 70+ years, he’s lived a thousand lifetimes, is a great listener and has a very eloquent, humble way of imparting what he’s learned to his students.
TON MANTRA:
“Go with the flow. When you go with the flow, you are surfing Life force. It’s about wakeful trust & conscious collaboration with what’s showing up for you.” Danielle Laporte
LIVRE RÉFÉRENCE:
Be Here Now - Ram Dass
The Four Agreements- Don Miguel Ruiz
Inward- yung pueblo
FILM RÉFÉRENCE:
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
La vie d'Amélie Poulain
FILM YOGA REFERENCE
Breath of the Gods
TON PASSE TEMPS FAVORI:
Singing in the shower (the best acoustics!), swimming, laughing, sunbaths, quality time with my husband and traveling the globe with him
PLUTÔT PRATIQUE DU MATIN OU DU SOIR:
late morning
TA PLAYLIST YOGA:
A mix of jazz, soul, classic rock, bossa nova & mantra… here’s my Playlist:
TON GUILTY PLEASURE:
Mexican burritos, chips and salsa
ET SI TU N’ÉTAIS PAS PROF DE YOGA TU SERAIS:
Therapist or Healer in holistic health
QU'EST CE QUI T’A DONNÉ ENVIE DE FAIRE PARTIE DE L'AVENTURE YOGASCOPE?
I was drawn to Lea’s warmth, drive and passion for this project! Immersive experiences like yoga retreats offer a much-needed disconnect from “life” to reconnect on what’s essential. Sharing the experience with a group reminds us of our interconnection. I’m delighted to embark on new adventures, to slow down, explore new corners of the world and support yogis in their path of self-discovery.
EN QUOI TROUVES TU LE CONCEPT INTÉRESSANT?
The concept is innovative, fresh and resonated with me in how it celebrates and shares the practice of yoga.
QUELLES SONT LES VALEURS QUE TU AS ENVIE DE PARTAGER À TRAVERS TON TRAVAIL?
Connection to our global community, celebrating our diversity. Offer joy & light, respect and love. Some tools and inspiration to take care of the precious being that you are.
RÉSEAUX SOCIAUX:
IG: @laurenmahanyoga
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