The GYROTONIC® Expansion System and the GYROKINESIS® Exercise Methods are a unique way to exercise from the inside out. This nuanced and profound way of moving in 360* space addresses small and large muscles, stability, strength, range of motion and more in continuous movement.
The name of my business, Soul of Movement came to me early in my dance and teaching experience. At that time, I was performing and working with dance-studio and home-schooled kids who’s vivid imaginations were foundational to our creations. Through dance, we learned discipline of mind and body, flow, freedom of expression, strength, body spacial awareness, joy of movement and so much more. All dance movements were based in age appropriate technique, respect for the art form of dance and provided space for personal connection and expression. Transitioning from dance to the Gyrotonic Method was a natural and organic process for me. In all of my sessions I have striven to create a fun, explorative and safe learning environment. This philosophy has guided my approach to movement for over 28 years.
Although I rarely teach dance now, the fluid strength and freedom achieved through the Gyrotonic system feels free and expressive while working the whole body, like dance. This work requires a shared curiosity. Each clients’ mind- body -health commitment and curiosity will yield benefits of an ideal workout for best overall results regarding your personal goals, while having fun.
The central piece of equipment is the GYROTONIC® tower, which is a weighted pulley system. We use the cables and weights to gain assistance (and resistance) to create a sense of weightlessness in the body in order to get deeper into the connective tissue and muscles allowing lubrication of all joints of the body especially the spine, to balance the body. We move in 360 degree range of motion, every direction, moving from the inside out. We move from our breath, feet, fine and gross musculature as well as our eyes to stimulate the nervous system. The work is rehabilitating, balancing, strengthening and mobilizing. So whatever you do, whether you are an elite athlete, retired, looking for a way to keep moving, coming back from an injury, sit at a desk all day and your spine hurts, the Gyrotonic exercises are definitely worth a try.
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“I have found Gyrotonic exercise to be a unique and really helpful practice that is both gentle and powerful. Shari is a masterful teacher--patient, upbeat, and extremely knowledgeable. She has a great sense of when to challenge/push versus work gently. Its been a safe way for me to work on flexibility and strengthening without triggering any injuries. ”
- KB, Client since 2018
“I am a self employed art studio owner /artist and Shari has been my Gyrokinesis and Gyrotonic instructor since 2018. For the past 20 years I have had personal experience with class based and one on one instruction from several yoga, Pilates, Gyrokinesis, and Gyrotonic instructors. Shari is the best instructor I have ever worked with! She is a gifted teacher. Shari easily breaks down a complex movement to its integral parts and can describe it in a way the student can take in and integrate the information. She is very knowledgeable, adaptable, and in tune with the students needs. Shari is adept at connecting with students of all ages and abilities, I have witnessed this as a member of her group classes where she helps everyone find the joy in the movement. Her infectious laughter and abundant warmth and humanity make working with her a pleasure. I feel very lucky to have her as my teacher and feel anyone would benefit from working with Shari.”
- KP, Client since 2018
“I have trained privately in Gyrotonic with Shari consistently for the past four years. Shari is not only an incredible teacher, but she has become a dear friend. I look forward to our sessions each week- Gyrotonic feels amazing, and it's so enjoyable. Thanks to Shari's consistent and careful instruction, my posture has improved, my back pain is gone, and I feel stronger, more grounded and aligned than ever. I got some bodywork done last year, and the massage therapist couldn't believe how defined and balanced my muscular system was. He asked what I had been doing for exercise, and I replied, "Gyrotonic with Shari, once a week!" It's been worth every penny, I feel so grateful to have found her."
- K, Client since 2019
I’ve been training in the GYROTONIC® exercise method with Shari since mid 2021, having sessions with her once a week. Immediately I noticed more energy, better fitness and stronger and longer outings on the ski slopes. Shari’s interest in how I’m feeling, her questions about my body before each session makes me feel her concern to connect with me in a way that is very personal, addressing my workout in a new way every session. When I broke my wrist, Shari focused on healing and strengthening me so I could continue doing the things I love. My Dr. was amazed at my wrists recovery. Here’s an interesting story; my sister who is younger and always taller than me was recorded a bit shorter at her recent Dr.s appointment. She found it difficult to believe that I measured taller than her. So our third sister put us back to back and sure enough I am now taller than my youngest sister! I need to say the most valuable aspect for me is this enormous sense of well being that comes from deep within my life and I leave each session full of joy.
- D, Client since 2021
“I Always feel great after our sessions, working with Shari is challenging and informative.”
- TD, Client since 2015