Gianni Valenti

Beyond postures, Gianni feels a deepening love for learning the wisdom weaved into the ancient texts of yoga. Understanding that yoga is a way of life, not merely just a physical exercise, is the source of his passion for sharing this Indic school of thought. Yoga turned Gianni’s suit-and-tie finance life downside up, and now his special blend for the spiritual practice of yoga and the methodical reasoning of the corporate world creates a unique offering: distilling ancient wisdom into practical tools for the modern mind.

Since beginning his journey, Gianni has served as an Assistant Yoga Teacher Trainer, facilitator, and yoga teacher all along the eastern coast of Australia, helping inspire new teachers and students alike.

Getting to know the Zenko Team

Do you have a mantra/quote that you often turn to?

“Do what you love, and love will find you”
“Everything on the mat is a metaphor for life”

How do you fill up your love tank?

Finding balance between play and rest.

What advice would you give someone wondering whether to try yoga for the first time?

Don’t worry about what happens within the 4 corners of your mat. Treat each class like you’re at school always asking yourself “how can I apply this teaching to my daily life?”. Yoga is not supposed to make you better at yoga. It makes you better at life.

Gianni Valenti
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Be the change. Just show up. Trust in the universe. These aren’t just words on our wall, they’re how the tribe lives. Show up on the mat and you’ll find people becoming the change alongside you, exactly where they’re meant to be.

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Laurens's Story

A Legacy of Love

Lauren discovered yoga while running a PR agency in Melbourne. It awakened her soul and changed her path forever. She went from student to full-time teacher in just months, eventually opening multiple studios across Australia and launching A Live Yogi—the country’s first live online yoga platform.

As a speaker, teacher, and community leader, Lauren inspired thousands. Her mission was simple but powerful: for everyone to experience the life-changing benefits of yoga. For her, yoga wasn’t something you do—it was something you are. Like water, it becomes essential to life.

Lauren’s life was marked by authenticity, joy, and a deep sense of service. In 2022, shortly after giving birth to her daughter Lucinda, Lauren tragically passed away due to a rare complication. Her spirit lives on through her daughters, her husband Ryan, and the Zenko community she so lovingly built.

Her dream was to help every person uncover their purpose and live fully, courageously, and with heart. Zenko Yoga continues this mission—helping you connect with your true self, one breath at a time.