Laura Wynne - Course Director & Lead Tutor

Hi, I am a mum, wife, daughter, sister, meditator, yoga student, teacher and overall yoga and anatomy nerd.

My mission in life (Darma) is twofold.: Firstly for me to ‘wake up’. - That is to live as consciously as possible as much of the time as possible. Secondly - To inspire and empower others to ‘wake up’, to be free to be themselves, and so to live as consciously as possible, as much of the time as possible. Part of living consciously is ‘paying it forward’ - inspiring and supporting others to also ‘wake up’. (Notice - there is no ‘fixing’, ‘rescuing’ or ‘right living’ in that sentence.)

I have spent over 30 years studying and practicing with different schools of philosophy, psychology, yoga and meditation. What I bring is a blend of them all, to support you develop and deepen your understanding, firstly for yourself, and secondly to share with others.

I have a B.A. (Honours) in Phychology, Over 1200 hours of training in Yoga, I have studied with the Insitute for Self Actualisation, with Budest, Hindue and Toltec teachers, I have lead training in Toltoc Pholosihy (best known for the 4 Atreements) . I initially trained in Transendental Meditation in the 1990’s, and have since trained in a number of meditation traditions, most recently completing my 4 year journey to certification in iRest Yoga Nedira.

My journey into anatomy began with my Yoga Therapy training, and working in that environment, feeling like I didn’t have the skill to be safe or effective. However discovering function, integrated, embodied anatomy has been a game-changer for me. I have studied with Leslie Kaminoff, Gill Hedley and John Sharky. Their perspective on anatomy has informed all of this training and all of my life. I am so grateful to Lisa Peterson, one of my embodied yoga teachers for opening that rabit hole for me. You will never look at your body the same.

Meeting Lisa Peterson has also totally transformed my yoga practice. After over 20 years of practice (experiencing lots of different ‘types’) discovering somatic informed embodied version of yoga has transformed everything. Lisa introduce me to Bonnie Bangrage, and other fantastic teachers. But the greatest teacher she supported me to meet was my own body. It has transformed how I practice and teach, and I am so passionate about the power of an embodied practice, I can’t wait to share it with you, and have you share it with your sutdents.

In addition to the yoga and meditation I have established and managed businesses, including a yoga studio. I bring a practical, real life, expertise to the business training. Supporting you create a successful business, should that be of interest to you, now or in the future.

Mary Farrly - Course Tutor & Mentor

I am Mary, I’m very honoured and excited to be part of your yoga teacher training in September…..together under Laura’s guidance we will embark on this special journey and embrace the ancient wisdom of the beautiful yoga…… let the magic begin.. sending you all blessings, namaste
Mary

Julie - Training Assistant & Mentor

My name is Julie and I’ve just completed Aruna’s Yoga and Meditation Teacher Training (200hr). In signing up to the course, and having two young children, I was a little afraid I may have bitten off too much but I’m delighted I took the leap and trusted both myself and the course. Having a long love for yoga I had a calling I knew I could no longer ignore.
The journey through the course is truly fascinating - the personal self-discovery and development, the deeper knowledge of anatomy and yoga, the personal mat and meditation practice, the friends made, the laughs and tears, the support received from everyone has improved my life in endless ways and continues to ripple out in all that I do. This is a journey which starts with Aruna but never truly ends.
I look forward to sharing your journey of discovery with you, supporting you in finding your path and helping you explore the twists & turns along the way.

Elaine McGee - Training Assistant & Mentor

I’m absolutely delighted to be part of YTT200-C. Look forward to an incredible year of self-discovery, connection and wisdom. All you have to do is…be yourself, breathe and have fun! See you in September for the beginning of this amazing journey 🧘‍♀️😊