Lauren Goldstein
Hometown: Monroeville, PA
Nickname: Lars
Favorite Word: Superfluous!
I wish for…human beings to live in the vision of Oneness.
I am thankful for....my health, knowledge, my husband, loving family, friends, my teachers
Sun Sign: Virgo
What gives you peace? cooking a healthy meal; my yoga and meditation practice
Why Yoga?I love to move my body and connect with breath
3 words to describe you:committed, passionate, kind
What / who inspires you? People who take a stand for what they believe
What you can’t live without? Sushi
Favorite yoga pose and why? Triangle - I love the hip opening and twisting aspects...it feels so good!
Favorite Food? Vegetable sushi, Mineo's pizza, any type of dark leafy green vegetable
Words to live by (or your favorite quote): "Once in a while you get shown the light, in the strangest of places, if you look at it right." - Grateful Dead
Best advice you’ve ever received (from who?): Be happy with yourself first. Everything else is just a bonus. - My mom!
Words to describe your teaching style? Attentive, relaxed, engaging, curious
What do you love to do for FUN? See live music, watch football, travel, spend quality time with my hubby
When/where/with who was your first yoga class? 2001, Boca Raton, FL with Gary Gopal Bello
Local escape: Anywhere with lots of trees and fresh air.
 Other
Teachers & Subs:
Joanne
Spence, Renee Aukeman,
Aleta Howard, Amy
Burleson, Katrina Woodworth,
Leslie Wright, Jennifer
Chaparro, Mariangela
Mancuso, Jennifer Sylves,
Anne Brownlee, Cathie
Sunderman, Maga Sanchez-Dahl,
Heidi Zellie, Michaelene
Stanko, Greg Karas, Jayna,
Leanne
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| Lauren has been practicing Hatha Yoga since 1999, when she took her first class in South Florida with Gary (Gopal) Bello. In the years to follow, she immersed herself in study of the physical body, the mind, yoga, meditation and nutrition. Lauren’s love of Yoga led to her becoming an instructor in 2004. She completed an intense, yearlong Yoga teacher training with Gopal Bello (200 hr certification), and also became certified in Essence Therapy™, a body-centered therapeutic system that assists individuals in creating physical and mental balance based on their unique body type.
Lauren teaches a non-strenuous style of Hatha Yoga, focusing on the needs of the individual student, while emphasizing proper breathing and safe alignment. Students are able to improve strength, flexibility and balance in a way that suits their own body and personality. Lauren's approach to yoga is designed to develop the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of the individual. You will leave her class feeling relaxed and energized!
Lauren has a Bachelors degree in Psychology from American University and is presently enrolled at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, working towards her certification as a Holistic Health Counselor. She loves living in Squirrel Hill with her husband Drew and Golden Retriever, Beau. |
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