Laurin

Laurin is a highly experienced Senior Yoga Teacher, Mentor, and Trainer with over 10,000 hours of teaching experience. She began her journey in 2003 as an Exercise Physiologist at a Rehabilitation Hospital, where she combined her deep understanding of movement science with her passion for yoga, mindfulness, and holistic wellness.

With more than 1,600 hours of certified Yoga Teacher Training, Laurin is a Level 3 Senior Teacher and Trainer accredited by Yoga Australia. She founded Bend It Like Buddha Yoga (BILBY) in 2015, after years of teaching in leading studios, to create an inclusive space for students of all levels to explore the transformative power of yoga.

While serving as a faculty member at The Yoga Institute, Laurin noticed a growing need for a more comprehensive, supportive, and accessible training experience. After hearing concerns from aspiring teachers about the limitations of existing programs, she saw an opportunity to develop a more personalized and engaging approach. In response, she created the BILBY 350-hour Yoga Teacher Training, which is Yoga Australia certified and designed specifically for those seeking their Level 1 certification. This program emphasizes hands-on mentorship, practical teaching skills, and a deep understanding of yoga’s foundations, preparing students to confidently step into teaching roles.

With a background in rehabilitation, yoga therapy, and functional movement, Laurin integrates evidence-based approaches into her teaching. She specializes in yoga teacher training, mentorship, yoga anatomy, functional movement, mindfulness, meditation, rehabilitation, injury prevention, holistic wellness, and therapeutic yoga. Whether guiding beginners or mentoring advanced practitioners, she empowers students to deepen their practice and embrace yoga as a lifelong journey.

As Krishnamacharya famously said, “If you can breathe, you can do yoga.” Laurin believes yoga is for everyone, regardless of age, experience, or physical ability.