Portrait of a Yogini: Laure, creator of Yoga Connect

Let me introduce you to Laure, the founder of YOGA Connect , the first online yoga class subscription platform in France!

She is 30 years old and has been practicing yoga for 10 years. To further her practice, she obtained her teacher's certificate a year ago.

It was only natural that I asked him a few personal questions about his yoga practice, which I am sharing with you today.

How did you get into taking care of yourself?

I started yoga when I was a student in Los Angeles: I immediately loved this practice, as soon as I left class I felt cleansed!

What practice for your well-being?

I practice vinyasa and yin: vinyasa when I need a boost, to tone up, to practice postures that challenge me… Yin is more in the evening or on the weekend: it's a moment of deep relaxation where I stretch and work on my patience (we hold the postures for several minutes)

I meditate every day: whether it's traditional meditation, or sometimes more simply by lighting a few candles and setting an intention for my day or to end it.

What is the ritual of your practice?

I don't really have a ritual: that's why I created YOGA Connect, because I love practicing at home, on vacation, whenever I want, for as long as I need. So my practice is quite variable! But I practice 3 to 5 times a week. My only ritual is to make sure that no one is going to disturb me!

What do you get out of it?

I always feel great afterwards: as if I had just taken a sea bath! Invigorated and clean from the inside.

What do you carry in your yoga bag?

My yoga mat, my palmarosa essential oil (natural deodorant) and my water bottle for my herbal tea or lemon water depending on the season!

What is your favorite object/accessory?

I have jewelry that I never take off, “gri-gri” gifts with a strong sentimental value.

What would be your advice for Tayrona Yoginis?

Practice a little every day, even just 5 minutes of breathing, you will see it become automatic, like brushing your teeth!

Where/how do you practice?

Everywhere, all the time, according to my needs, my desires, according to the time I have in front of me. My practice corresponds completely to YOGA Connect.

What is your mantra/favourite phrase?

If you want to know more and/or get started with "online yoga", check out her website and Instagram page.