About InBalance

InBalance was founded by Lauren Flack to spread the knowledge and techniques that she has found life changing since deciding to embrace, rather than resist the stress and tension she found building up in her body and mind as a response to being out of balance with her life.

She recognised that unless she got to know the reasons for the tension and limiting beliefs that were holding her back in her career and personal life, and that were building up in her body as aches, pains and stress, she was never going to be able to move forward and these signs of tension were her body's way of trying to get her to listen and take action.

She says:

“I have always been interested in the relationship we have with ourselves. I don't want to live a life that runs on autopilot, holding onto negative events that happen to me in the past, leaving no room for growth and change. Many years ago my mind would be so busy that I could not turn it off. This led to stress and tension building up in me as I was always on the go. Through my singing, movement and breathwork I have found peace and harmony in my life. I have found balance. It is easy to do once you know how and I want to help people by sharing these techniques."

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Somatic Movement Education

Lauren is a professional singer, as well as a certified somatic movement educator and breathwork practitioner.

It was through realising that her singing students' voices were detrimentally affected by how they were standing and the overall relationship they had with their body and their breath that led Lauren on a journey to discover how we hold onto tension effects every aspect of our lives. Not one of the many voice teachers Lauren has studied with in her life ever put much emphasis on the body as a whole. Lauren recalls:

“I had a student many many years ago who held a lot of tension in her throat. I tried many techniques over months to help but all failed. I was not to be beaten! I looked at her body more intently and noticed that she was perhaps clenching and tucking her pelvis. I asked her about about it and she said,

‘Oh yes, I always do that. My ballet teacher told me when I was 8 that my pelvis stuck out too much.’

“This was a eureka moment for me. I realised that this tucking and misalignment in her whole body meant her throat could never unlock as her body was fighting gravity to stop her falling over! This started a love affair with the body that I will now be in for the rest of my life.”

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Move InBalance

Lauren is a certified Somatic Movement Educator through Align Somatics.

She has studied the work of Thomas Hanna the founder of Somatic Movement Education.

Learn more about 1:1 sessions with Lauren here.

InBalance singing lessons to reduce tension with vocal training

Sing InBalance Vocal Method

is influenced by:

  • Feldenkrais Movement Method- a body-oriented, intervention designed to help people reconnect with their bodies and learn ways to move with greater efficiency.

  • Somatic Movement- a movement therapy invented by Thomas Hanna who was a student of Moshe Feldenkrais (another movement specialist). The emphasis in Somatics is to connect your mind to how your body is functioning. And vice versa.

  • Ideokinesis to improve posture, alignment, and fluency of movement through structured guided imagery.

  • Breathing Co-ordination as detailed by Carl Stough

Lauren has certified in and studied with amongst others:

  • Speech Level Singing- Seth Riggs

  • Dave Stroud

  • John Henny

  • Gillyanne Kayes and Jeremy Fisher

  • Ken Bozeman

  • Carolyn Nicholls- The Alexander Technique

Learn more about working with Lauren on your singing here.

Breathe InBalance

Lauren has been a member of the Triratna Buddhist Centre for 5 years. She meditates daily and has studied the ancient practice of Pranayama which focuses on the breath to improve wellbeing. These techniques have been adapted to suit our modern times and can be easily fitted into busy lives. Only 5 minutes a day of conscious breathing has been proven by scientific studies to improve health.

Learn more and book a free call with Lauren here.

Get started with InBalance, today.

What clients say

  • Becky

    "My one to one sessions with you have been invaluable. I have learned so much and have a new found confidence in managing anxious thoughts and feelings."

  • Clare

    I attended Lauren’s Breathwork and Meditation class and found it welcoming, informative and engaging…as Lauren provides context, you get to understand why each practice is beneficial... I feel Lauren has a lot to share that is positive and empowering.

  • Jackie

    Lauren’s breathwork sessions have had a huge positive impact on me. I put one of the exercises that she showed us into practice one day last week when I was facing a really stressful day. I have attended almost every session and can honestly say they make a positive difference to how my following few days go. I look forward to the sessions and enjoy a little “Me Time”.

  • John

    As someone who suffers from a chronic pain condition, as a result of my nervous system getting stuck in fight or flight mode, these classes have taught me practical ways to help calm my symptoms and I hope ultimately overcome this condition in time.

  • Kath

    Thank you. So much of what you said helped me make more sense of how I’m reacting. Looking forward to another session.

  • Michelle

    "It’s given me a glimpse of a freedom I once felt but had lost somewhere along the way. Thank you Thank you Thank you"

  • Sophie

    "Having been signed off work with stress several months ago, I attended 6 out of 8 of the group breathwork, movement and meditation classes... All were very informative, interesting and relaxing, striking the perfect balance between spirituality and scientific research. I will absolutely be attending the full course again in order to further establish some valuable new habits through a regular time dedicated just to me and my mental, physical and emotional wellbeing."

  • Jess

    "I went to dance to destress with Lauren and it was AMAZING! Her voice is so soothing and I left feeling great and it lasted all weekend!"

  • Agne

    I love Lauren’s classes. I leave uplifted and relaxed. And when I apply what I’ve learned into my day to day, it improves the quality of my life. Highly recommend it!

  • Lucy

    "Lauren created an extremely welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. By the end I felt both invigorated and calm and I cannot wait to do the class again . Thank you"

  • Marianne

    "Really enjoyed it especially the mindset work & would definitely like to attend the next round & also any other opportunities to discuss self development/mindset stuff."

  • Alex

    Really enjoyed learning the science behind how our bodies become stressed- and what we can do to relieve it!

  • Richard

    An hour out of a busy schedule to relax and calm and focus on the breath. I unconsciously find myself producing the breathing techniques during the day.

  • Kathryn

    I have found the balance of theory and practical activities just right. There's just enough practical work that you can remember all the practices and then use them in your daily life. Lauren is a skilled facilitator and has created a very supportive environment for growth.

  • Nicola

    I attended Dance to De-Stress with Lauren, I really enjoyed it! would definitely recommend to anybody wanting to release stress, letting go and to have a fun at the same time! I am already looking forward to going again!

  • Sue

    I have just completed my third week of Guided Breathwork and Meditation and wow I finally felt that I’d cracked it. The breathing became easier and not forced. The meditation was finally, naturally achieved. Absolutely love my time in Lauren’s class. As a very busy person, I’ve managed to find one hour to myself of pure relaxation.

  • Laura

    Lauren was down to earth, encouraging and provided a safe space to enhance my life…She was kind and encouraging, and the practice has made a positive difference in my life. I hope to continue to work with her in the future. If you’re struggling with tricky thoughts or your mind more generally, I would highly recommend working with Lauren.

  • Emma

    "I have never been to a class like this before and came alone only having met Lauren once, but it immediately felt a relaxed, informal, friendly environment. The first part was structured enough that any nerves were put at ease. It was clear everyone was enjoying themselves and I will definitely be returning!"

  • Mary

    "Lauren’s Dance To Destress class was the most wonderful experience...I simply loved it. I was so engaged in the experience and the energy in the room of complete happiness and letting go it felt incredible....It makes you release so much tension & stress and you leave with a feeling of calm & lightness..."

  • Nicky

    " I didn’t know what to expect but such an amazing idea and an excellent class. Such fun and great to follow instruction but then ‘let it all go’. Such a lovely soothing voice to finish. Def would do another class."