đź‘‹Â Hi there, I'm Laura
I'm a yoga teacher, founder of Laura Bradshaw Yoga and I deliver digital health projects for the general public.
I'm not a trained dancer, athlete or traditionally flexible person but I am very passionate about the science of the mind and body and self-improvement.
Yoga to me is more than movement. It's all the messy stuff we don't talk about. The big life questions like "who am I", "what's my purpose" "should I do X or Y" etc. The yoga philosophy has helped me reframe my approach to life and myself. But, movement is a core part of yoga and I've always loved moving my body...
How my yoga journey began
Growing up, I played all kinds of sports—rowing, football, cycling—which gave me strength, focus, and a strong sense of community. It wasn't just about sport. I loved exploring nature with hikes, sea swims and rock climbing.Â
When I moved to London for university and work, it became harder to stay active. I found yoga at my local gym as a way to fill the gap. It quickly became my way of coping with the stress of city life.
With consistent practice, yoga improved every part of my life—building strength, focus, resilience, and a calmer mind.
I tried Bikram, Ashtanga, and Hatha, but the flowing movement of Vinyasa resonated most—and I was hooked.
Since then... the rest is history (or yoga!)
How I teach
Yoga is a unique and individual practice. In all of my classes I encourage you to do what feels right for you.Â
On a practical level, I create soulful and science-led classes that are thoughtful, grounded, and accessible. Using my background in science, I blend eastern and western thinking allowing you to apply what resonates and leave what doesn't.
During the summer, I teach classes and events in nature - whether that be forests, beaches or hill-top views.
What my students say about me & my sessions
 "Laura's classes are always varied, flow can be as challenging as you want"
"The best classes I've been to over many years."
"I wish I could bottle how great I feel after"
"I feel comfortable and at ease in her class and I’m really particular."
"I always really enjoy her classes and come away feeling stronger and more relaxed"
"I love the mindfulness Laura scatters throughout classes."
Outside of yoga
When I'm not teaching, I'm advising health-focused companies and charities how to create websites and apps to help you live a healthier life. I've worked on Couch to 5K, launched Our Future Health, the UK’s largest health research programme and the UK COVID-19 response.
On weekends, I’m usually outdoors - surfing, hiking, climbing and more...
Qualifications
Yoga & Meditation (300+ hours)
- 200HR Foundation at Yogarise London with lead senior teacher Erin Prichard
- 50HR Yin & Art of Letting Go at Yogarise London with senior teacher Austin Ince
- 40HRÂ The Science of Teaching Yoga for Athletes with Hayley Winter and The Institute of Yoga Sports Sciences
Health & Science
- 2:1 BSc Natural Sciences (specialising in Neuroscience & Psychology) from University College London
In addition I have done countless hours of self-study, many workshops and I have been lucky enough to do two trips to India including Rishikesh in the Indian Himalayas:
- Hatha, pranayama, meditation, philosophy and puja with Mohan from Swami Vivekanda Yoga School
- Philosophy and Pranayama at Rishikesh Vinyasa Yoga Training School School with Shubham Uniyal
- Hatha, pranayama and ayurveda with Ravi Dixit
- Anatomy & alignment with Ravi from Yog Upasana
- Yoga Nidra with Svadhyalaya
- Yogic living with Anand Prakash Yoga Ashram & Yoga Teacher Training Center
Find me on Yoga Alliance Professionals
I am accredited and a full member of the Yoga Alliance Professionals.Â
To see my profile and details, go to Laura Bradshaw.
