Spiral Movement Arts is a boutique movement training studio, teaching students both the Gyrotonic and Pilates methods of exercise. We teach all ages and abilities, and we specialize in dance conditioning for dancers of all genres, particularly ballet and contemporary dance.

The studio is located in an historic 1912 building in Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver, BC. Our space has two Balanced Body Gyrotonic pulley towers, and two Balanced Body Pilates Reformers (one studio reformer, and one that also converts into a half trapeze table)

We offer Private, Semi-private, and Group classes of up to four participants.

*Please note: Semi-Private and Group classes are arranged only for groups of friends and family members, by appointment only. We do not offer open classes.

Pilates is a system of exercise designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture, and mental awareness. Creator Joseph Pilates came up with both mat exercises, as well as work for special apparatus which he designed and built, namely the Pilates Reformer, which is the most common piece of equipment used in Pilates studio settings.

The GYROTONIC® method of exercise is a mind-body exercise system created by Juliu Horvath, a former professional ballet dancer.  The methodology was inspired by similar principles found in the practice of dance, yoga, Pilates, swimming, and tai chi.  Like Joseph Pilates, Juliu designed and built specialized equipment for use with his exercises. Gyrotonic can improve flexibility, muscle control, and strength, and is as effective for  the average person as it is for professional and amateur athletes, performing artists, and even in post-rehabilitative applications.  

Benefits of the GYROTONIC® and Pilates methods of exercise:

 

  • Release stress, energize the body, and clear the mind.

  • Open up the energy pathways of the body through the meridian system.

  • Improve posture, bringing functional strength throughout the spine and connective tissues.

  • Can improve athletic or dance performance by aligning and balancing the body.

·     Relief from chronic injuries and prevention of future ones.

  • Increase stamina, and help to slow the aging process.

  • A fun alternative way of exercising and strength training.

  • Help to control body weight and sculpt the body without bulking up.

  • Harmonize body, mind, and spirit.