Zion (n): any place you feel peace.

I came to yoga late in life but yoga found me at just the right time. After years of distance running and CrossFit, my body yearned to move in a different way and yoga was the answer. I began yoga as a way to ease the physical stress on my body but what I found is that through mindful movement and meditation, my soul and mind would find healing too. Diving into yoga changed the trajectory of my life and it has allowed me to experience great freedom and joy. Yoga has provided me with the tools to handle anything and everything that life throws at me. I became a yoga teacher so that I can share the beautiful gift of this ancient practice with the world.

ZW Classes: Gentle Movement

Musical Influences: sol rising, east forest, bob marley and of course the 80's

 Lauren started practicing yoga with P90X's 90 minute yoga video back in 2010, and was amazed at the level of discipline and patience that the movement required (and Tony Horton's surprising encouragement). Ever since, she felt drawn to yoga asana and devoured different practice styles, from 26 x 2 Original Hot Yoga to Ashtanga to Anusara to Trauma-Sensitive Yoga to Vinyasa. Following a spinal injury, Lauren shifted her movement to Olympic Weightlifting and CrossFit and learned that deep mindfulness is the heart of all physical movement, no matter the outward appearance. She values strong, foundational forms in yoga and believes that asana should always give rather than take away. Lauren is currently pursuing a second degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, and thrives in collective movement spaces where the practice is responsive and dynamic for all. 

ZW Classes: Blend, Slow Vinyasa, Restorative 

Linguistic influences: Bluettes by Maggie Nelson

Musical influences: Sylvan Esso and Tycho

For me, yoga is more than just a physical and mental practice, it has allowed me to embrace my body while cultivating confidence and self-acceptance.  

Influenced by the diverse yoga community, teachers, and peers I bring empowerment to every class, showing students that yoga is for everybody and every body. 

My classes are encouraging and challenging, allowing students to learn about yoga and the yogic lifestyle while experiencing it. By incorporating meditation, pranayama, asana, and thought, I aim to have every student leave reinvigorated and renewed.  

When I’m not teaching or on my mat, you can find me hanging with my Hubby, rescue pup, and toddler! I can’t wait to flow with you! 

ZW Classes: Power Vinyasa, Restore

Prior to yoga, I’d arrived at a place familiar to many. Always in my head, with constant “what-ifs”.  Carrying guilt whenever I carved out any time or space for myself. I looked to people and things for validation and happiness. 

Yoga has given me a sense of balance and peace within, that I never knew existed. But more importantly, it’s what the practice has taken away that fuels my passion to teach.  

Join me on the mat and let go of what no longer serves you!

ZW Classes: Restore + meditation

Jess is a lifelong athlete on a mission to find balance in every aspect of her life: work/play, exercise/recovery, nutrition, wellness. She discovered breathwork and movement as a way to return to herself and her body after years of battle.

Jess believes a physical practice is an opportunity to serve one's Highest Self through gratitude, open-heartedness, & presence, among other things. A physical practice can be a meditation where we strive to connect to our best qualities, & practice mental and emotional discipline. 

Jess’ commitment goes beyond the mat, and she feels fortunate to be a part of Zion Well where her passion for holistic wellness can be shared with members of the community.

Jess believes in the constant pursuit of strength and knowledge, using both as a means to build confidence in one’s abilities. She aims to inspire others to recognize their true potential and invest purposeful effort in their own development in order to maximize their life experience.

Musical influences: Trevor Hall, Bon Iver, Haux, Emmit Fenn and Ben Zaidi