E10: Conversation with Laurent Roure: Speaking about Breathwork, Body, and Trauma-informed Approach

In this podcast episode I had the pleasure of talking with Laurent Roure. We chat about the yoga scene, the state of the breathwork industry, how we can better support students with trauma and create safer environments.

Laurent Roure is a seasoned yoga instructor with a holistic approach. His teaching combines classical and modern elements, drawing inspiration from various yoga methods and influential teachers.

Laurent's expertise extends to somatic practices, pranayama, meditation, and Yoga Nidra, making his offerings suitable for all levels.

With a decade of specialisation in contemporary pranayama and meditation, Laurent emphasises cultivating a compassionate yoga culture centred on respect, safety, self-awareness, and support for others. He has a strong track record of assisting individuals with mental health challenges, stress, anxiety, trauma, burnout, insomnia, and breathlessness due to pulmonary illnesses.

Laurent conducts online and in-person classes, wellness workshops, and events in London, the UK, and abroad. He is also a qualified Mental Health First Aider, providing valuable support.

Furthermore, he offers intensive courses in Pranayama, Breathwork, and Yoga Nidra, training students, yoga teachers, therapists, healthcare professionals, and others.

In addition to his yoga and somatic practices, Laurent shares his insights through "The Penny Drops Podcast" and various health and well-being content.

You can find more information about Laurent's work via his website: https://yogalaurent.com/