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Claremont's Mindful Movement Studio
The area's only fully equipped GYROTONIC ® studio, with STOTT Pilates and licensed therapists Laura and Steve
Ready to move with greater ease?
Begin with a personalized session at our Claremont studio.
GYROTONIC® or STOTT Pilates: Which Is Right For You?
The GYROTONIC® Method uses flowing, circular, three-dimensional movement to encourage spinal mobility, coordination and whole-body strength. Sessions may draw from all five specialized apparatuses in our studio.
STOTT Pilates uses precise, controlled movement and spring resistance to develop core support, alignment, posture and strength.
Neither method is "better." Your goals, movement history and preference help us choose the best starting point—and most clients benefit from thoughtfully combining both.
Why work with Blossoming Lotus Gyrotonic®?
Teaching The Gyrotonic Method is our life's work. We are the only fully equipped and licensed Gyrotonic studio for a 50 miles radius! The Method was intended to be taught on all of the equipment (not just the Pulley Tower). We've spent years studying on all of the Gyrotonic Equipment (and higher levels of the work) with the top Master Trainers in the method! We blend this training into our vast education from Medical Massage School, Manual Therapy Training, and Stott Pilates (we've been trained by the top Physical Therapist with Stott for years). We pride ourselves on helping our clients to not only attain their goals, we also help our clients learn how to keep their mind/body/spirit strong for aging gracefully and/or regaining mobility after injury or surgery.
What we do: A Gyrotonic session gives your body the organic movement it craves to flourish and thrive. With The Gyrotonic Method you have complete freedom of movement in all planes of motion. This method teaches the body to move with fluidity, ease and builds refined strength. The Gyrotonic Method is performed on unique hand-made equipment designed to allow for full range of motion. Holistic Bodywork addresses the often root causes of pain with sessions focused on structure and freeing "issues in the tissues."
Although originating in the dance community over 35 years ago, GYROTONIC® exercise is accessible to everyone. This method effectively works the entire body through spiraling, circular, and rhythmic movements with corresponding breathing patterns, and is designed to complement whatever you love doing.
Who are sessions at Blossoming Lotus Gyrotonic & Pilates for? Everyone!
Steve and Laura work with individuals in all stages of life. Sessions are highly adaptable and customizable for all levels of wellness and fitness, from those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility to professional athletes looking to enhance their performance. Are you:
- An athlete, looking to keep your craft at peak performance and decrease the risk of injury
- A dancer looking to enhance your athleticism with a movement form that was originally designed to prolong the career of the professional dancer (most top dance companies cross train in Gyrotonic exclusively)
- The pre or postpartum mother — needing gentle exercise during pregnancy and recovery thereafter
- The 9-5 worker with many hours in front of a computer looking to reconnect your mind and body and relieve the stress of the workweek and decrease the pain of rounded shoulders, forward head, and more
- The gracefully aging population and/or osteoporosis/osteopenia prone, needing a low-impact exercise method to gently and effectively work their muscles bringing postural balance and stimulating bone building
- Someone released from physical therapy wondering what to do next to return to full function and joy in their lives
- Anyone currently dealing with or recovering from an injury needing a tailored workout
- Or anyone who’s just up for a great challenge and an innovative approach to exercise!
Why train in Gyrotonic ? We tax our bodies every day, more than we realize. We need to give back to our bodies, strengthen our mind/body connection, and bring restoration to ourselves. How? The answer is through Holistic Bodywork, Pilates and Gyrotonic Exercise! Book your first session and you'll understand why we have such limited availability. (We are often booked several weeks in advance!) Your body is already thanking you.
We are happy to offer Private, Duet and Trio Lessons in both the Gyrotonic® Method. and Stott Pilates, along with personalized sessions in Structural Manual Therapy to enhance your movement experience.
I look forward to my weekly Gyrotonic Lessons (I've never looked forward to exercise before). Gyrotonic feels like a rejuvenating Massage, PLUS I feel stretched, I am SO much stronger and my aches and pains are gone!
MaryLou
