Lava Yoga Lawrence
Yoga Studio
“Practice always works.”
Serving our local community
As the proud new owners of Lava Yoga Lawrence, Craig and Becca Pruett are guided by a shared mission to cultivate a studio environment centered on compassion, humility, and knowledge.
Both Craig and Becca are dedicated to a path of continuous knowledge and growth, remaining “forever a student” in their yoga practice. Craig and Becca have completed over 500 hours of training, including Advanced training with Ida Jo and Scott Lamps of the Ghosh lineage. Through their shared LLC, Kanza Yoga, they offer the Ghosh Yoga Foundational RYS 200 Hour Teacher Training program, also known as the Kanza Ambassador Training. The hybrid online and in person curriculum provides a comprehensive exploration of functional anatomy, history, philosophy, and teaching skills. In addition to teacher training, Kanza Yoga hosts specialized workshops at Lava Yoga Lawrence and offers Yoga Alliance CEU hours for yoga teachers.
They approach their studio leadership with humility, honoring Lava Yoga’s foundation built by Carrie Mandigo, while committing to continuous growth to serve the greater Lawrence community. Their mission is to provide an inclusive space where every individual feels supported on their journey. They are incredibly excited to provide the practice and study of yoga to the community, fostering a space where students can explore their potential physically, mentally, and spiritually.
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Craig Pruett, E-RYT 200, RYT 500, YACEP, and Becca Spencer-Pruett, RYT 200, RYT 500
Our Mission
Humility
Recognizing that the learning journey in yoga is endless. It is about approaching every practice, every student, and every interaction with an open mind, a willingness to learn, and an absence of ego.
Knowledge
A commitment to the continuous study of yoga—its philosophy, anatomy, history, and diverse practices. This includes understanding the purpose behind the practices, not just the “how.”
Compassion
Extending kindness, understanding, and empathy to ourselves, our students, and the wider community. This value is the foundation of community care and the supportive atmosphere we strive to cultivate.
Our Classes
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Hot Yoga
These classes range from 90° to 103° with humidity and from a gentle stretch in heat to hot and powerful flows. Click here to see our selection of heated classes.
"Cooler" Yoga
These classes are done at a comfortably warm temperature with little to no added humidity. We offer a variety of choices including Hatha Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Therapeutic Yoga, as well as breathing and meditation classes periodically. Click here to see our selection.
Sculpt and Pilates
These classes are held at a warm temperature and cultivate whole body strength and endurance with high energy movements and music. Click here to see our selection.
Why Choose Us
Customized Instruction For Every Student
What sets us apart from others is multifaceted. We offer real heat and humidity with 4 built in commercial heaters and a commercial humidifier. We teach yoga without any expectation of our clients already knowing yoga therefore we design all classes to be accessible for beginners. We will not physically adjust a pose, but instead cue to the class verbally or via demonstration, allowing you time to feel and get to know your body and to make the adjustments yourself. We emphasize the purpose behind the practices we teach- why are we doing what we are doing? There is a studio out there for everyone and we hope you find your yoga home with us!
Benefits of Heat
Practicing yoga in the heat promotes sweating and reduces pain. It allows the soft issues of the body to become more elastic which can make some poses and positions more accessible. Practicing in the heat also elevates the heart rate, improving the cardiovascular system. The practice changes in the heat and many yogis enjoy it, but we also offer several gently or non heated classes!
Testimonials
What People Are Saying
Amazing studio! If you would have told me a few months ago I would look forward to a hot yoga class once a week I would have said you were crazy. But now it’s one of the hi-lights of my week! Katie is a great instructor for the community class on Wednesday nights (plus it’s only $10!). Each week I feel challenged and am so glad I’ve gone. I will continue to go each week and so should you!
Caring people where kindness abounds.
This studio is very welcoming with a great positive leadership team. The classes are challenging and so beneficial to the mind and body, no matter where a person starts. There is always individual attention with the poses which allows one to continuously grow. It is a jewel of our community!
Incredible studio, filled with wonderful energy! Check it out – you will leave filling renewed and restored!
Lava Yoga Lawrence has a clean, peaceful atmosphere. The instructors are knowledgeable, with a deep understanding of breathwork and body alignment. The pose sequences build great stability and core strength.
Lava is one of the best yoga studios I have ever been to. Everyone is so warm and inviting. The yoga sculpt classes have changed my life. Strength is up and I feel great. Thanks for everything Lava!
Expert Instructors
Meet Our Team
Ready to Make a Change?
We have a great introductory offer to get you started. Four weeks of unlimited yoga for just 60$. A great opportunity to try out a variety of classes.
On a budget? We offer two community classes at half the cost. There is no on-line sign up for these classes, just come on in!
Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.