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One-On-One Apparatus based sessions, on the Gyrotonic Pulley Tower.
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What is Gyrotonic?
A multi-dimensional, fluid exercise system created in 1984 for dancers, GYROTONIC® training uses equipment comprised of weighted pulleys and rotational discs, which works the whole body at once. Gyrotonic blends fundamentals from yoga, gymnastics, swimming, kundalini yoga and ballet. The work incorporates spinal curling, arching, twisting, spiraling and lengthening movements, as well as other joint articulations. The movements promote coordination, flexibility, endurance, strength and mobilization. Clients note that after a workout, they feel mobilized, centered and very elongated. With its circular and rotational motions, Gyrotonic is noted to improve many activities and such as: one’s golf swing, tennis game and dance practice. Additionally, it helps women feel well during pregnancy and is a great system for overall life-long conditioning.
A Brief GYROTONIC® History
Juliu Horvath, GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® inventor, was born and raised in Romania. His father was a tailor and his mother a homemaker.
In his youth, Juliu participated in many sports, including swimming, gymnastics and rowing. At age 19, he became intensely interested in classical dance. Within a year, he was dancing principle roles with the Romanian State Opera.
In 1970, while on tour in Italy, with the Romanian State Opera, he defected and stayed in a refugee camp for six months. Juliu then received political asylum to the United States and headed to New York. In New York, he worked odd jobs, while auditioning and dancing in civic ballets. Juliu eventually was hired for the New York City Opera. He also danced as a guest artist at Radio City Music Hall as well as a principal dancer with the Houston Ballet. While with the Houston Ballet, Juliu ruptured his achilles tendon. This injury brought his dancing career to a sudden halt. After his injury, Juliu began intensely exploring the practice of yoga.
In 1977 Juliu moved to St. Thomas, in the Virgin Islands, where he continued an intensive study and practice of yoga. During this time, he discovered the inner workings of the body and developed a system that he called “Yoga for Dancers.” This method is the GYROKINESIS® origin. Juliu returned to New York in the 1980′s and began teaching his “method”. When he developed a large enough following, he opened up White Cloud Studio.
Juliu dreamed of a machine that would help a dancer achieve a better technique. This dream and Juliu’s creative energy lead him to the development of Gyrotonic Expansion System. Currently, Julio currently travels throughout North America and abroad, overseeing the Gyrotonic Expansion System teachings. He continues to develop his system, constantly broadening its possibilities as well as honing in on the best and most effective ways for certified instructors to teach the Gyrotonic Expansion System.
The Gyrotonic Expansion System works for any one, wishing to gain strength, flexibility and coordination. It is now found in rehabilitation centers, dance studios, sports training and fitness facilities all over the world, including Sage Fitness®