Gyrokinesis Movement & More

with Steph Lynn

 Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:45
September 17 & 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Class fee $20, *No cost for Sol members

Stemming from the dance world, the Gyrokinesis movement method, was designed to work the entire body through seven natural elements of spinal movement. It stretches and strengthens the whole organism through a series of arching, curling, bending, twisting and spiraling patterns. These same patterns are expanded to release hip, knee, ankle, and shoulder joints for greater mobility and integration. Postures are not held but experienced and gently moved through on the chair, floor, or standing.  Corresponding breathing patterns stimulate and balance the nervous system, open the energetic pathways of the body and oxygenate the blood.

Gyrokinesis allows for an integrated and ever expanding experience that connects you to your inner axis for greater balance, mobility, coordination and body wisdom. While this work has its own unique structure, it was heavily influenced by all of the physical yogas, and dance, so participants might see a lot of crossover and recognize movement from other modalities.

In addition to this foundational Gyrokinesis exploration Steph will also infuse principles from her background in Alexander Technique, Hatha and Kundalini Yogas, and bring occasional in depth focus to the health of the hands and feet.

Steph Lynn: Hi, I’m movement educator Steph Lynn. New to Tucson I already feel very fortunate to have landed in an area so rich in wellness and healing, nature and mystery. I offer group and individual sessions and workshops from a comprehensive understanding and appreciation for human anatomy and physiology. And always endeavor to create safe and nourishing environments that encourage people to connect and listen to their own body’s intelligence. It’s all there, we only need to trust and tap into it. I am delighted to be teaching at the Sol Center this Fall. Teaching in some form or another since 2006. I am a AmSat Certified Alexander Technique Teacher, a Licensed Gyrotonic/Gyrokinesis Instructor, and have 200 hour certifications in both Kundalini Yoga and Hatha Yoga. Additionally, I have a Masters in Education with an emphasis on JHS Curriculum – the Systems of the Body(Human Anatomy & Physiology), combined with Non-Violent Communication and Mindfulness Based Trainings.