Juliu Horvath was a ballet dancer who suffered an Achilles tendon injury that ended his career. He began practicing yoga and co-developed a "Yoga for Dancers" regimen with Hilary Cartwright that eventually became GYROKINESIS®. He then moved on to create GYROTONIC® equipment and exercises after many years of intense study and self-exploration. This unique system offers the same benefits also derived from yoga, dance, gymnastics, swimming and tai chi, but is distinct from those forms.
If your doctor or physical therapist does not use GYROTONIC®, it is important that you receive clearance before beginning your GYROTONIC® training regimen. This will allow your instructor to develop a safe and effective exercise program tailored to your needs.
GYROTONIC® is strength training. All of the GYROTONIC® apparatus utilize resistance training. Even GYROKINESIS® class entails upper body work as well as isolated leg work. So yes, you can absolutely replace traditional weight lifting with GYROTONIC® and still gain muscle tone evenly.
You should wear clothing that is comfortable but form fitting. Nothing that is too loose or restrictive. Yoga pants and a slim-fitting T-shirt or tank top are good options. Socks are mandatory for hygiene purposes. Toezies (toe-less socks) are available for sale in our retail section. We suggest that long hair be tied back, and remove any jewelry for safety purposes. A dressing room is available to change in, and we provide complimentary lockers to safely store your valuables.
Initially, two to three times a week is ideal, especially for the first six to eight weeks. It is important to gain familiarity with the chosen method of exercise and its vocabulary. You must invest your time and energy to learn it. There are certain expressions and concepts that are repeated time and again. Your goal is to imprint these phrases into your mind and your body so that the words themselves become movements that infiltrate your workouts.
Sessions are 55 minutes in length.
Pilates is linear and two-dimensional. It teaches the student how to safely work within the frame of the body. Pilates can be compared to moving on land while GYROTONIC® can be compared to moving in water. GYROTONIC® is three-dimensional, unique for its circling, spiraling and undulating motion patterns which help strengthen all of the body's internal support structures. Both teach you how to move with connection and fluidity to create greater awareness of your body.
No. Long lean muscles are developed without adding bulk.
55 minutes
Mat work is a series of floor- work exercises, while equipment sessions involve working with springs that provide both support and challenge. It is common to combine both mat and equipment work in your Pilates exercise program.
Ideally, a private session is best because you are working one- on- one and the instructors can tailor the session to your individual needs. Mat classes are taught in a friendly group environment; they require no appointment and offer a great workout. We recommend a combination of both mat classes and private lessons to achieve optimum results.
We recommend at least two to three times a week in any combination of private lessons, group equipment and mat classes. Pilates was designed to practice everyday!
Pilates focuses on strengthening the abdominals, and that, in turn, supports the spine. You will also improve muscle flexibility, increase your range of motion and perfect your posture, thus relieving stress and strain on your spine. Joe Pilates said, "You are as old as your spine is flexible." If you have lower-back problems, we do recommend starting your Pilates program with a private session to evaluate and design a program for you.
Pilates is a complete workout! You will experience a full- body workout while strengthening and toning your body, increasing your range of motion, and stimulating your mind. We do recommend adding a cardiovascular routine to your fitness program.
Pilates provides resistance training and will change the body by adding strength without bulk. It may help you lose weight with a continual routine, combine with a healthy diet.
You should have some Pilates experience before starting a group equipment class. We recquire a private lesson before moving on to a group equipment class.
Comfortable workout clothing that allows your body to move without restriction. No shoes are necessary, however you may wear socks.
Cash, checks, Visa, Master card, Discover and American Express accepted. We only accept checks from long term clients. To qualify for the discount of multiple lessons or classes you must prepay.
In our lot on the east side of the Colvin Engineering building in front of our studio entrance.