The health of the spine determines the overall health of the organism
– Unknown
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Juliu Horvath, GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® founder, talks about life, nature and GYROTONIC®
The Art of Exercise and Beyond®
Increase functional core strength and flexibility
Increase functional core strength and flexibility
Improved coordination and range of motion
Stimulates the immune and cardiovascular systems
Overall health and well-being
Grace and confidence
The Art
Incorporating elements of yoga, Tai Chi, dance, gymnastics and swimming, the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® is an extraordinary form of exercise developed by Juliu Horvath, a Romanian ballet dancer. Formerly known as ‘Yoga for Dancers’, the system was originally developed for the exacting bodies of ballet dancers and in response to his own injuries having ended his dance career. The GYROTONIC® exercise method is now being used world wide by physiotherapists, artists, athletes and the general public for rehabilitation, improved performance, general fitness and well being.
The exercises are performed on beautifully hand-crafted equipment sculpted from wood designed to allow the body to move through its full range of movement. Integrating breath with movement, while the body moves through its full three-dimensional range of motion, simultaneously builds strength and flexibility and enables the whole body to work inter-dependently and in harmony with its structural design.
A GYROTONIC® session is more a form of moving meditation than a traditional workout. The exercises encourage you to be present and the movements stimulate the body’s musculature and nervous systems – the result is a more fully functional body and a feeling of total well-being, rejuvenation and balance.
The Exercise
Developed by Juliu Horvath, a former ballet dancer, the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® has similarities to the practice of tai chi, yoga, dance or swimming. The unique design of the equipment allows the body to move through its full range of motion while eliminating the stresses often experienced with traditional exercise equipment. This differs from most other exercise methods that perhaps develop strength but at the expense of flexibility or functionality. GYROKINESIS® (more here) is the equivalent form of exercise performed utilizing a stool and mat.
The characteristic circular and spiral movements of GYROTONIC® incorporate a coordinated breathing pattern that stimulates the various organs and systems throughout the body. While simultaneously stretching and strengthening muscles and the supporting tissues surrounding the joints, the increased functionality results in an integrated whole that is stronger, more flexible and balanced. The benefit of whole body functional integration.
Clients have reported feeling taller, stronger, postural improvements, increased spatial awareness, and a decreased incidence of low-back pain and sports related injuries.
The GYROTONIC® corporate website features some videos and I have also compiled a link to some YouTube videos you might find interesting that demonstrate the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® in motion.
Jacqui and the GYROTONIC® method of exercise
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Book a session – individual sessions are 45 min in length, conducted one-on-one and are billed at $60Cnd (GST/PST incl.)