Lauren Matters

Lauren Matters is a lighthearted and playfully grounded yoga instructor who has a profound understanding of body and psyche. She has a background in Hot 26, Vinyasa, and AcroYoga, but also more than 20 years experience of equine therapy and a degree in clinical psychology, so she is well versed in several ways to connect through both body and mind.


Lauren’s classes blend mindful balance and dynamic practice. Her intention is for the classes to be a dance between structure and flow, in order for each yogi to create their own freedom within this balance. And, of course, to allow everyone to approach yoga in their own way and get “schwifty” with balance, flexibility, and power! Don’t know what schwifty is? Guess you’ll just have to take one of Lauren’s classes to find out! (And maybe also check this out to get a hum!)


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Language: English
Styles: Vinyasa flow, Hatha
Lauren Matters

37 Classes

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Level 1 Level 1-2 Level 2 Level 2-3 Level 3
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Ashtanga Vinyasa Hatha Meditation Pilates Pranayama Restorative Various styles Vinyasa flow Yin yoga Yoga nidra Yoga Philosophy Yoga strength
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10 min 15 min 20 min 25 min 30 min 35 min 45 min 5 min 50 min 60 min 70 min 75 min 90 min

37 Classes

10 min
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Hot 26 Breakdown 6

 Walking into a hot yoga studio can be intimidating. Whether you have practiced for years or are just starting, the Hot 26 series evolves each time you roll out your mat. Studio classes often do not break down each pose due to time constraints. This program provides alignment tools, explanations of each pose, and variations to suit your body and mood, ending with a traditional 60 minute class.
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
10 min
10 min
screenshot from online yoga class with yoga teacher Lauren Matters at Yogateket yoga studio in Uppsala Sweden

Hot 26 Breakdown 7

 Walking into a hot yoga studio can be intimidating. Whether you have practiced for years or are just starting, the Hot 26 series evolves each time you roll out your mat. Studio classes often do not break down each pose due to time constraints. This program provides alignment tools, explanations of each pose, and variations to suit your body and mood, ending with a traditional 60 minute class.
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
10 min
60 min
screenshot from online yoga class with yoga teacher Lauren Matters at Yogateket yoga studio in Uppsala Sweden

Hot 26 full class

 A full class where you get to try all we have learned so far of the Hot 26 more known as Bikram yoga.
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
5
60 min
30 min
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Hot 26 standing series

 We move through the standing series of the Hot 26 class. 
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
30 min
15 min
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Hot 26 spine series

 The floor series starts with wind removing pose and is followed by a series of poses aimed to strengthen the back. Practice your backbend from a place of strength. 
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
15 min
20 min
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Hot 26 seated series

 Traditionally, the standing series is considered a warm up for the floor poses. Practice with me as we explore the floor poses in Hot 26.
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
20 min
15 min
screenshot from online yoga class with yoga teacher Lauren Matters at Yogateket yoga studio in Uppsala Sweden

Hot 26 final series

 Finish up the floor series strong with asanas that will open the front and back side bodies, hips, shoulders, and lungs.  
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1
15 min
30 min
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Breath Centered Flow

 Every flow should be lead by the breath, but here is a flow that pays extra close attention to the union of breath and movement. 
Vinyasa flow with Lauren Matters
Level 1-2
1
30 min
45 min
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Back on Track

 All jokes aside, strengthening my back muscles with yoga was the only therapy that relieved lower back pain for me. This flow focuses on increasing back and core strength to ensure a healthy spine and prevent back pain. 
Vinyasa flow with Lauren Matters
Level 1-2
2
45 min
20 min
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Snack Size Vinyasa

 Fit this flow in during a lunch break or when you want to practice but are running low on time. Don't let the length fool you, this vinyasa is designed to pack it all in!
Vinyasa flow with Lauren Matters
Level 1-2
2
20 min
30 min
Lizette is practising yoga on a green yoga mat

Bend So You Don't Break

Dynamic Flexibility: Back & Spine

Perhaps the most important area to have dynamic flexibility, backbends require both strength and openness. Whether you are looking to deepen your backbend or strengthen your back, this class balances both so your back stays healthy and limber. Actively during our backbends, we will engage our entire body. Many times we compensate with our lower back during our openings, this time we will do it right!
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 2-3
1
30 min
35 min
Lauren is practising yoga on a green yoga mat

Dirt Off Your Shoulder

Dynamic Flexibility: Shoulders

And the award for most requested focus area in yoga classes is: Shoulders. This class focuses opening all sides of the scapula and surrounding areas through active stretching. Stress and work make our body tense and uptight. So let's open up, strengthen and get our bodies ready for backbends. Together we will get grounded and relax. 
Hatha with Lauren Matters
Level 1-2
1
35 min