What is Gyrotonic®?
Gyrotonic is an unique exercise method that uses circular, spiraling movements and specialized equipment to build strength, flexibility, and joint mobility.
How it Works
Circular Motion: Unlike traditional weight training that moves in straight lines, Gyrotonic focuses on continuous, flowing, and rotational patterns. Specialized Equipment: Workouts use a system of weighted pulleys, drop-off boards, and benches—most notably the Pulley Tower—to provide constant, even support and resistance. Breath and Rhythm: Each exercise coordinates deep breathing with fluid movement to stimulate the nervous system and open energy pathways. Origins Created by a Dancer: Professional dancer Juliu Horvath developed the system in the 1980s after experiencing a severe injury. He initially called the practice "Yoga for Dancers" before expanding it into the Gyrotonic Expansion System.
Benefits and Uses
Adaptable: Suitable for everyone from people recovering from injuries to elite athletes looking to enhance their performance. Decompresses Joints: Movements elongate the spine and joints without jarring compression. Improves Posture: Enhances core stability, coordination, and physical balance.
Want to Learn More?
Backpackers magazine online even thinks Gyrotonic is spectacular, check out this article featuring Leslie:
Individual Sessions and Group Classes
Client Experience:
Mary Rand, Professional Snowboarder
“I have had such an amazing experience with Leslie and the Gryotonic work, it's different than anything I've ever experienced before. I've done every type of body work out there -- every type of massage, acupuncture, chiropractor, needling, PT, and this has absolutely given me the most effective, longest lasting results."
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Mary Rand, Professional Snowboarder
Meet Leslie
Owner and Certified Instructor
Leslie Hubbard is a classically trained dancer and a Gyrotonic instructor by profession. Over the length and breadth of her dance career she came gradually to Gyrotonic practice as a way to maintain her overall health. The Gyrotonic approach is an excellent tool used to expand daily function. This tool puts the body systems in a healthy, harmonious state. Her goals are to educate people in their body’s internal state and self through a guided approach using Gyrotonic tools. To help overcome limits created by time, illness and injury, and enhance life via a healthy happy body,
Leslie advocates the transformation of your body through fluid motion.
Certifications
Instructor Certifications
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2015 Gyrokinesis Happy Moves Format
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2014 Gyrotonic Psoas Principles
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2007 Certified Gyrotonic Pre-Trainer
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2000 Certified Gyrotonic Instructor, Level 1 & Level 2
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2000 Certified Gyrokinesis Level
Specialized Equipment Certifications
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2017 Gyrotonic Archway Level 1
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2012 Gyrotonic Leg Extension Unit
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2008 Gyrotonic Jumping Stretching Board
Meet Emma
Certified Instructor
Emma Hreljanovic is a movement enthusiast! She currently works as a Gyrotonic Instructor, Dance Instructor, and Licensed Massage Therapist. Everyone has a relationship with their body and she wants to work with others on building that relationship in a way that brings intention, clarity, and joy. Our bodies are full of patterns and she believes Gyrotonic is a strong method to break down those patterns and retrain pathways to bring more support and ease.
Her personal movement training includes ballet, contemporary, and contact improvisational dance, as well as Taiji and Northern Shaolin Kung-fu. Aside from these passions, Emma enjoys cooking delicious meals, organizing community events, and snuggling with her partner and doggos.
Locations
We strive to offer a welcoming environment for the all ages, athletes, those recovering from injury and anyone interested in movement and mobility in the greater Mt. Baker foothills community, Whatcom and Skagit counties.