Mercia Cloete

Mercia has been practicing yoga since her early teens and is passionate about the transformative power of yoga to build physical strength and mental flexibility, forging a unique path to connect with our true selves whilst fostering self-awareness, compassion and unity.

With a BSc in Zoology and Human Physiology, a graduate certificate in Nutrition, and over 500 RYT hours in Ashtanga-Vinyasa, Yin, and Myofascial Release, Mercia integrates her knowledge of the body to guide students toward balance and holistic well-being.

Mercia believes in the power of tapping into our innate rhythms to unlock true vitality and is a big advocate for community as a fundamental pillar of health. She strives to create an environment where individuals feel empowered, nurtured, and connected.

Getting to know the Zenko Team

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

One of my favourite quotes I always come back to is super simple: “Be the change you wish to see in the world”

How do you fill up your love tank?

I fill up my love tank by practicing yoga, surfing, spending time with my husband, my dogs and friends, and soaking in nature.

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

I think every person should at least give yoga a try! Not just once but a few times, it took years for me to fall in love with the practice. Find a style and teacher that resonates and let the practice speak for itself over time!

Mercia Cloete
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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.