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WHAT IS THE GYROTONIC METHOD?

The Gyrotonic Method is an original and unique movement method that invloves the entire person by opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and improving strength and movement efficiency. With Gyrotonic exercises, each movement flows into the next, allowing the joints to articulate a natural range of motion without jarring or compression. These carefully crafted sequences create balance, efficiency, strength and flexibility. Learning how to fully expand and open the body, as well as moving with musicality and deliberate intention are just some of the benefits of training with the Gyrotonic Expansion System. The Gyrotonic Method utilizes specialized equipment to guide, assist, and challenge the exerciser.

GYROTONIC EQUIPMENT

The GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM uses 5 pieces of equipment that are adjustable to fit any body type. They can be customized to fit each person’s unique physique and ability, including modifications for any type of injury.

LEG EXTENSION UNIT

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PULLEY TOWER COMBINATION UNIT

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ARCHWAY

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THE GYROTONER

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JUMPING-STRETCHING BOARD

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LEG EXTENSION UNIT

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PULLEY TOWER COMBINATION UNIT

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ARCHWAY

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THE GYROTONER

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JUMPING-STRETCHING BOARD

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LEG EXTENSION UNIT

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PULLEY TOWER COMBINATION UNIT

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ARCHWAY

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THE GYROTONER

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JUMPING-STRETCHING BOARD

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THE BENEFITS OF THE GYROTONIC METHOD?

The Gyrotonic method offers a thorough and uniquely holistic workout in which every part of the body contributes to every movement. Gyrotonic exercise can assist in the technique and performance of any other form of movement.

Even after the first experience one can find a feeling of satisfaction and renewed energy and health. Some of the benefits of a regular Gyrotonic practice include a healthier, more supple spine, increased range of motion, greater joint stability, improved agility and athletic performance and a deep internal strength. Experienced Gyrotonic trainers offer personalized sessions that are adapted to fit the needs of all ages and abilities from elderly patients recovering from injury, to highly skilled professional athletes. There are applications to treat scoliosis to enhance overall posture alignment as well rehabilitate from injury and surgeries.

Decompress, the spine and joints
Create better posture and movement quality
Enhance circulation of the vital systems through rhythmic movements
Learn how to breathe appropriately for any movement to develop presence in action
Decrease stress through sophisticated stimulation of the nervous system

WHO IS  THE GYROTONIC MOVEMENT FOR?

The Gyrotonic method is for everyone at any stage in life. Its adaptability to any situation make it accessible for anyone at any age. It is very popular in physical therapy clinics to help with rehabilitation of injuries or after surgery, and is used by senior citizens. In its beginnings and even more so now today, performance enhancement for professional dancers, athletes and fitness enthusiasts has been a cornerstone of the Gyrotonic exercise community.

Mover & non-movers
Rehabilitation purposes
Senior citizens
Athletes
Professional dancers & martial artists

KNOWN PEOPLE PRACTICING THE GYROTONIC METHOD

ATHLETES

ANDY MURRAY, SHAQUILLE O'NEAL, CARL LEWIS

DANCERS

WENDY WHELAN, SARA MEARNS, JENNIFER PETERSON, ALESSANDRA FERRI, HERMAN CORNEJO

ARTISTS

LADY GAGA, BERNADETTE PETERS, ANTHONY HOPKINS

BRIEF HISTORY

The gyrotonic expansion system method was created by Romanian-born Hungarian Juliu Horvath. He began to study dance when he was 19, and by the time he was 21 was a principal dancer for the Romanian National Ballet Company. While on tour in Italy in 1970, he defected from Romania. After receiving political asylum in the United States, he moved to New York City. During the 1970’s, Juliu danced with the New York City Opera and was a guest artist at Radio City Music Hall where he was a featured performer dancing with international stars such as Margot Fonteyn, Jacques d’ Amboise and Melissa Hayden. While with the Houston Ballet, Juliu ruptured his Achilles tendon, bringing his dancing career to a sudden halt.

After this injury he moved to the island of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands in 1977. There he built a small, one-room hut in the mountains and spent the next six years studying yoga and meditation. During this time he gained new insights into movement and healing, and from these insights he began to create his own unique exercise method. He called this system Yoga for Dancers.” In the beginning, most of Juliu’s students were professional dancers. As demand for his classes grew, and the diversity of his clientele increased, Juliu refined Yoga for Dancers, creating a class format that almost any person could perform, regardless of age or state of health. He named this refined version of Yoga for Dancers the Gyrokinesis Method. Juliu continued to develop and refine what is called today the Gyrotonic Method, and his world-renowned Gyrotonic equipment. The Gyrotonic Expansion System has now grown to encompass over 13,000 Trainers in 84 countries. Juliu continues to create new programming for the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis Methods. He also conducts teacher training courses internationally, and continues to develop new Gyrotonic equipment and refine existing equipment designs.

TESTIMONIALS

Taking online classes with Jackson has not only helped to progress my own movement journey, but has also greatly informed my teaching. Jackson freely and generously shares his vast knowledge, experience, and teaching tips, and I come out of every class with new insight into practicing and sharing this beautiful movement modality.

EMMA KUMLEY

Gyrokinesis online classes with Jackson and Rotem are great! The precise instructions, the front and side view of each movement plus the joyful moments makes them very special and unique!

CAROLINA AGUAYO MATURANA

Being guided even over Zoom by Master Trainer Jackson Kellogg for the last year and half has been the most transformative experience. I have been taking his beautifully orchestrated classes of Gyrokinesis, Jumping Stretching Board and Pulley Tower over the year and every class seems to opens new thoughts and dimensions within myself. He takes such evident pleasure in this work and is so generous with his understanding. I have felt supported and challenged throughout. He embodies everything that the Gyrotonic Method is attempting to give us all, with unbelievable skill, grace, humility and fun. I am so very grateful to have had the opportunity of Time and his time!

CHLOË STEWART