Gyrokinesis® Workshop Playshop with Patricia Kim

Gyrokinesis® Workshop/Playshop: 11-11:30AM Space opens for personal warmup 11:30AM Class begins 1:30-2PM Discussion and exiting the space What is Gyrokinesis? The Gyrokinesis method is a movement method that gently works the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences. It is an original, and unique movement method which has benefits & qualities similar to those found in Yoga, Tai Chi, gymnastics, and dance. Many of the positions moved through during class are similar to yogic asanas, however in Gyrokinesis class, there is no position holding. The body moves fluidly through all positions. Each class begins on a chair with a gentle warm up sequence to awaken the senses, and stimulate the nervous system. This is followed by a series of fluid spinal motions which increase range of motion, and prepare the body to explore more complex movements with agility, and ease. Class continues on the floor with exercises that expand on the spinal motions, gradually adding more complex sequences, incorporating more movements of the hips, shoulders, hands and feet. The floor exercises are followed by a rhythmic standing sequence that incorporates balance, and cardiovascular exercises; then ends with a calming, unwinding sequence designed to prepare the body and mind to reintegrate with the every day world. Once bodies are warmed-up and rejuvenated, we will apply these principles to moving in space, with a structured improvisational score followed by contact improvisation. This workshop is open to all levels. No experience necessary. Registration: $25 Early-Bird Registration before September 13 $30 After September 13 To register for this event please paypal or etransfer registration funds to [email protected]. Please be sure to include both your name and the name of the class you are registering for. Bio: Patricia Kim is a certified Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® Instructor and Pre-Trainer. She was first introduced to Gyrokinesis in 2007 at MainDance where she graduated from the Contemporary Dance teacher training program. In 2009, she certified as a Pilates Mat instructor from the PhysicalMind Institute. Patricia began her Gyrotonic teacher training in 2010. In 2014, she studied with Gyrotonic Expansion System® creator Juliu Horvath. Patricia loves the Gyrotonic Expansion System as a highly effective program designed to re-connect one to their core whilst increasing ease and vitality in the body and joy in movement. She is passionate about supporting others feel at home in their physicality. Patricia has been investigating contact improvisation for over ten years at Edam. She is also a filmmaker and choreographer. For further inquiry email her at [email protected]