FRIDAY
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Open Level

GYROKINESIS®
(Yoga for Dancers)

RISTIANE SANTOS danced and taught ballet and tap for seven years at Ballet Vera Bublitz, Porto Alegre, Brazil. After moving to New York, she danced professionally with the Dance Theatre of Harlem for four years. She trained to be a certified instructor of GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® under the instruction of Leda Franklin and Juliu Horvath. Cristiane is currently teaching GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® at Studio Riverside, Steps on Broadway, and Ballet Arts.

GYROKINESIS® is a dynamic workout invented by Juliu Horvath, a renowned Romanian dancer, gymnast, swimmer, and yoga master.

Blending elements of Yoga, Tai Chi and Dance, GYROKINESIS® works the spine, shoulders and lower body in gentle circular movements in sitting, laying and standing positions. It releases tension and chronic stiffness and keeps you moving. A single class will relieve muscle stress, leaving you feeling invigorated and more aware of your whole body. GYROKINESIS® on a regular basis will revitalize your body’s natural energy, strengthen your core, increase flexibility and help create an overall sense of well-being.