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What is GYROKINESIS®?
Gyrokinesis (pronounced gyro-kih-nee-sis) is a holistic movement method that addresses the entire body through rhythmic, flowing exercises. Often described as a fusion of yoga, Tai Chi, dance, and swimming, it emphasizes fluid, circular motions rather than static poses.
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Core Principles
The method was developed by Juliu Horvath, a former professional ballet dancer, as a way to heal from career-ending injuries. It is built around three main pillars:
The Spine as the Conductor
Every movement originates from the spine. The practice takes the spine through seven natural directions: forward (arch), backward (curl), left and right side arches, left and right twists, and circular undulations.
Fluidity and Rhythm
Unlike traditional yoga where you might hold a pose, Gyrokinesis is continuous. Movements flow into one another, creating a dance-like quality.
Coordinated Breathing
Specific breathing patterns are paired with each movement to stimulate the nervous system, open energy pathways, and oxygenate the blood.
What to Expect in a Class
A typical session lasts 60–90 minutes and follows a specific progression below:
Warm Up/Awakening of the Senses
Class often begins with a balanced sequence taking you through the "Awakening of the Senses" progression.
Stool Work & Spinal Motions
From there we dive into the spinal motions on the stool learning to motivate movement from our seed center and find spinal mobility and freedom of expression.
Mat & Floor Work
As class progresses we'll move to the mat work on the floor diving into more complex exercises that target hips, legs, and abdominals.
Standing Work/Cool Down
The session always ends with standing work designed to integrate balance work, agility, and uprightness with strength!
Gyrokinesis vs. Gyrotonic
You may have heard of Gyrotonic, which is the sister practice to Gyrokinesis.
The main difference is the equipment, but here are some other differences.
Gyrotonic uses specialized wooden pulley towers and handles to provide resistance and support. There are various other pieces of equipment as well such as the Jumping Stretching Board and the Gyrotoner.
Gyrokinesis is esstentially the "mat version" of the system. It uses only a stool and a mat, requiring you to find your own internal resistance and support through proprioception. It was originally called "Yoga For Dancers"
Key Benefits To Practice:
Joint Longevity
Increases range of motion without the "jarring" or compression found in high-impact workouts.
Functional Strength
Builds a strong core and long, lean muscles.
Nervous System Health
The rhythmic nature of the work often leaves practitioners feeling calm, clear-headed, and energized.
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