Origins and fundamentals of Pilates and Gyrotonic®

 

 

In 1977 Juliu moved to St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands where he built a humble dwelling in the mountains and continued an intensive study and practice of yoga. During this diligent study of yoga he discovered the inner workings of the body and developed a system that he called "Yoga for Dancers" which is a deeper and more advanced level that is now called Gyrokinesis™.

 

Developed by Joseph Pilates this practice focuses on strengthening and stretching the body; resulting in long lean muscles.

The GYROTONER®, the only one in Asia, is a remarkable piece of equipment that looks like a Harley Davidson. A brand new addition to the range of Gyrotonic® equipment available to clients at Iso Fit.

 

 

 

 

Weight Loss

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Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.

The Gyrotonic Expansion System® works for anyone wishing to gain strength, flexibility and coordination. It is now found in rehabilitation centers, dance studios, sports training and fitness facilities all over the world.

Tone Your Body



 

To participate in this program simply:

Weight Loss

The GXS or Gyrotonic® method

 

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Injury Rehabilitation

 

 

Coordination and Balance

 

 

 




 

 

 

Purchase your IGP package

Juliu continues to run workshops around the world and his work is being recognized as truly unique and innovative.

 

 

 



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Over the years as the effectiveness of his exercise method became known, "Pilates" became more and more popular. Currently the "Pilates" method of exercise is used worldwide by people of all ages, sex, and fitness levels for body conditioning and rehabilitation purposes.

The GYROTONER®, the only one in Asia, is a remarkable piece of equipment that looks like a Harley Davidson. A brand new addition to the range of Gyrotonic® equipment available to clients at Iso Fit.

 

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Juliu Horvath, a Hungarian, was born and raised in Romania. However, he considers himself to be a "universal being". His father, Juliu Sr. who has passed on, was a tailor and his mother who celebrated her 90th birthday in December 2000 is a housewife.



 

Increased Strength and Flexibility


 

Tone Your Body


During the First World War, as he was a German citizen, Joseph was interned in England and during that period he worked as a nurse. While tending immobilized patients, he designed exercise apparatus using springs attached to hospital beds. These machines and the exercises that he developed for them were to become the nucleus of his body conditioning method. After the war he moved to New York and opened his first "Contrology" studio there in 1926.

Please have this in mind that GYROTONICand Pilates exercise systems are unique and complex in performance. Inappropriate and incorrect exercising may result in injuries. Therefore, our trainer may suggest that you continue with your private or semi-private sessions until you have mastered the exercises and can do them safely on you own.



 

In November 2001, Iso Fit became the first Gyrotonic® center in Asia to have the Gyrotonic® Jumping Board available for client training with its unique sliding platform design which works in conjunction with parallel bars enables the exerciser to strengthen and tone the core trunk muscle and extremity and develops a sense of balance and co-ordination.

 

 

Tone Your Body

Joseph H. Pilates was born in Germany in 1880. As a frail child he was determined to build and strengthen his physique and so developed a lifelong interest in body conditioning. He later went on to become an accomplished diver, gymnast, and boxer.

Coordination and Balance

 

 



The Gyrotonic® Expansion System works for all people at all levels of the exercise spectrum who wish to gain strength, flexibility and coordination.

In November 2001, Iso Fit became the first Gyrotonic® center in Asia to have the Gyrotonic® Jumping Board available for client training with its unique sliding platform design which works in conjunction with parallel bars enables the exerciser to strengthen and tone the core trunk muscle and extremity and develops a sense of balance and co-ordination.

 

 

 

 

 

It is used by straddling the GYROTONER® seat or standing alongside it. The exerciser places a hand on each handle and practices the "arch and curl." Movements work the spine's ability to move and twist as required in daily life, open up the intercostals [the short muscles between the ribs] and tighten the oblique abdominals. Another move, a figure eight, requires more coordination. Placing two hands on one wheel handle, the exerciser stirs the wheel around and around stretching the spine and challenging the body to move in wider and wider circles. Other exercises challenge the lower extremities, arms and shoulders. Sports specific training (including swimming, tennis and golf) as well as gentle therapy, are very much part of the repertoire.

 



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Gyrotonic Method - A brief history

 

 

Increased Strength and Flexibility

Utilizing his phenomenal intuitive sense of the correct physiological use of the body, Joseph Pilates developed over 500 effective and specific exercises to be performed on his uniquely designed variable resistance spring controlled apparatus-the reformer, the trapeze table, the wonder chair and barrels.

 

 

 



Juliu Horvath, founder of the Horvath Method, is a Hungarian raised in Romania. He began his professional career as a ballet dancer after competing for years as a gymnast and swimmer.

 


This program is designed for those of you who have completed a minimum of 10 GYROTONIC/ Pilates sessions in our studio and are ready to exercise on your own.

At age 19 he became interested in classical dance and by the time he reached his twentieth birthday he was dancing principle roles with the Romanian State Opera. While on tour in Italy in 1970 he defected and stayed in a refugee camp for six months. Juliu then received political asylum to the United States and he was headed to New York. After arriving in New York Juliu did what ever was needed to survive, from painting houses to dancing on a car in Central Park, while auditioning and dancing in civic ballets. Juliu was noticed by someone in the New York City Opera and was hired. He began dancing for their tour company with international stars such as Margot Fonteyn, Jacques d' Amboise and Melissa Hayden. Later, Juliu danced as a guest artist at Radio City Music Hall for some time and then got a job as principal dancer with the Houston Ballet. While with the Houston Ballet, Juliu ruptured his Achilles Tendon and the injury brought his dancing career to a sudden halt. After the injury Juliu started indulging himself in more yoga practice.

Juliu continues to run workshops around the world and his work is being recognized as truly unique and innovative.

 

In 1977 Juliu moved to St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands where he built a humble dwelling in the mountains and continued an intensive study and practice of yoga. During this diligent study of yoga he discovered the inner workings of the body and developed a system that he called "Yoga for Dancers", which is a deeper and more advanced level that is now called Gyrokinesis™.

 



During the First World War, as he was a German citizen, Joseph was interned in England and during that period he worked as a nurse. While tending immobilized patients, he designed exercise apparatus using springs attached to hospital beds. These machines and the exercises that he developed for them were to become the nucleus of his body conditioning method. After the war he moved to New York and opened his first "Contrology" studio there in 1926.

 

PILATES BENEFITS

 

Schedule and reserve the equipment

 

Weight Loss

 

 



 


 

The GYROTONER®, the only one in Asia, is a remarkable piece of equipment that looks like a Harley Davidson. A brand new addition to the range of Gyrotonic® equipment available to clients at Iso Fit.

 

It is used by straddling the GYROTONER® seat or standing alongside it. The exerciser places a hand on each handle and practices the "arch and curl." Movements work the spine's ability to move and twist as required in daily life, open up the intercostals [the short muscles between the ribs] and tighten the oblique abdominals. Another move, a figure eight, requires more coordination. Placing two hands on one wheel handle, the exerciser stirs the wheel around and around stretching the spine and challenging the body to move in wider and wider circles. Other exercises challenge the lower extremities, arms and shoulders. Sports specific training (including swimming, tennis and golf) as well as gentle therapy, are very much part of the repertoire.
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Juliu returned to New York in the 1980's and began teaching his "method" at "Steps on Broadway" and in Central Park. When Juliu developed a large enough following he opened up White Cloud Studio.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




 

 

 

In November 2001, Iso Fit became the first Gyrotonic® center in Asia to have the Gyrotonic® Jumping Board available for client training with its unique sliding platform design which works in conjunction with parallel bars enables the exerciser to strengthen and tone the core trunk muscle and extremity and develops a sense of balance and co-ordination.

The GXS or Gyrotonic® method

 

Gyrotonic Method - A brief history

Juliu is one of three children and as a youth Juliu participated in swimming, gymnastics and rowing as well as other sports.



It is used by straddling the GYROTONER® seat or standing alongside it. The exerciser places a hand on each handle and practices the "arch and curl." Movements work the spine's ability to move and twist as required in daily life, open up the intercostals [the short muscles between the ribs] and tighten the oblique abdominals. Another move, a figure eight, requires more coordination. Placing two hands on one wheel handle, the exerciser stirs the wheel around and around stretching the spine and challenging the body to move in wider and wider circles. Other exercises challenge the lower extremities, arms and shoulders. Sports specific training (including swimming, tennis and golf) as well as gentle therapy, are very much part of the repertoire.

This program is designed for those of you who have completed a minimum of 10 GYROTONIC/ Pilates sessions in our studio and are ready to exercise on your own.

 

Over the years as the effectiveness of his exercise method became known, "Pilates" became more and more popular. Currently the "Pilates" method of exercise is used worldwide by people of all ages, sex, and fitness levels for body conditioning and rehabilitation purposes.

 

 

Developed by Joseph Pilates, this practice focuses on strengthening and stretching the body; resulting in long, lean muscles.

 

Origins and fundamentals of Pilates and Gyrotonic®


Juliu Horvath, founder of the Horvath Method, is a Hungarian raised in Romania. He began his professional career as a ballet dancer after competing for years as a gymnast and swimmer.

 

A brief history

 

Injury Rehabilitation

 

Fundamentals of Pilates



 

 

 

 

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The GYROTONER®, the only one in Asia, is a remarkable piece of equipment that looks like a Harley Davidson. A brand new addition to the range of Gyrotonic® equipment available to clients at Iso Fit.

 



The GXS or Gyrotonic® method

 


Increased Strength and Flexibility

Increased Strength and Flexibility

Fundamentals of Pilates

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Injury Rehabilitation



 

 

Juliu is one of three children and as a youth Juliu participated in swimming, gymnastics and rowing as well as other sports.

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Coordination and Balance

 


Juliu Horvath, a Hungarian, was born and raised in Romania. However, he considers himself to be a "universal being". His father, Juliu Sr. who has passed on, was a tailor and his mother who celebrated her 90th birthday in December 2000 is a housewife.



 

 

Origins and fundamentals of Pilates and Gyrotonic®

The GXS or Gyrotonic® method

 

Juliu Horvath, a Hungarian, was born and raised in Romania. However, he considers himself to be a "universal being". His father, Juliu Sr. who has passed on, was a tailor and his mother who celebrated her 90th birthday in December 2000 is a housewife.

 

 

Juliu continues to run workshops around the world and his work is being recognized as truly unique and innovative.



<b>Pilates and Gyrotonic</b> Please have this in mind that GYROTONICand Pilates exercise systems are unique and complex in performance. Inappropriate and incorrect exercising may result in injuries. Therefore, our trainer may suggest that you continue with your private or semi-private sessions until you have mastered the exercises and can do them safely on you own.

 

Enjoy your session.

 

 

 

 

Complete a minimum of 10 private GYROTONIC/ Pilate sessions with our trainer


 

Please have this in mind that GYROTONICand Pilates exercise systems are unique and complex in performance. Inappropriate and incorrect exercising may result in injuries. Therefore, our trainer may suggest that you continue with your private or semi-private sessions until you have mastered the exercises and can do them safely on you own.

This program is designed for those of you who have completed a minimum of 10 GYROTONIC/ Pilates sessions in our studio and are ready to exercise on your own.

 

This program is designed for those of you who have completed a minimum of 10 GYROTONIC/ Pilates sessions in our studio and are ready to exercise on your own.

 

 

The Gyrotonic Expansion System® works for anyone wishing to gain strength, flexibility and coordination. It is now found in rehabilitation centers, dance studios, sports training and fitness facilities all over the world.



If you are looking for exercising on GYROTONIC or Pilates equipments on your own, this is the right program for you.

 

The Gyrotonic Expansion System® works for anyone wishing to gain strength, flexibility and coordination. It is now found in rehabilitation centers, dance studios, sports training and fitness facilities all over the world.

PILATES low impact body maintenance program been around since WWI. Joseph H. PILATES's unique physical conditioning method has turned into a world wide sensation with his fully comprehensive exercise system and innovative equipment.

Joseph H. Pilates was born in Germany in 1880. As a frail child he was determined to build and strengthen his physique and so developed a lifelong interest in body conditioning. He later went on to become an accomplished diver, gymnast, and boxer.


 

 

 



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Complete a minimum of 10 private GYROTONIC/ Pilate sessions with our trainer



 

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<b>Pilates and Gyrotonic</b> Purchase your IGP package

 



 

Although only recently having been "rediscovered" by the athletic community, PILATES offers one of the more optimum methods for conditioning the body. Comprised of over 500 movements performed on specialized equipment, PILATES stretches and tones muscles while reducing tension and strain from the joints and lower back. The result is an increase in strength, grace, energy and flexibility.

Please have this in mind that GYROTONICand Pilates exercise systems are unique and complex in performance. Inappropriate and incorrect exercising may result in injuries. Therefore, our trainer may suggest that you continue with your private or semi-private sessions until you have mastered the exercises and can do them safely on you own.

Increased Strength and Flexibility

 

 



Workouts are custom designed to meet each client's goals and no two workouts are the same. Pilates is a life-long process of training your body with an expectation of health and wellness.

Coordination and Balance

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Juliu continues to run workshops around the world and his work is being recognized as truly unique and innovative.

Improved Stamina

 

 

A brief history

Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.



 

 

Juliu is one of three children and as a youth Juliu participated in swimming, gymnastics and rowing as well as other sports.

 

 

 

 

WHAT IS PILATES? (a powerful concept in fitness)


 

If you are looking for exercising on GYROTONIC or Pilates equipments on your own, this is the right program for you.

 

Over the years he has added several other machines to his range, all equally innovative and effective in maximizing the benefits of the exercises performed on them.

This exercise system strengthens the "powerhouse"- abdomen, back and buttocks so stabilizing the body and enabling it to move freely. It dramatically and rapidly improves strength, flexibility, posture and overall alignment of the musculature and skeleton without increasing bulk. It is an indispensable tool for athletes and unconditioned people alike enabling them to develop coordination, aesthetic form, strength and balanced posture.

 

The GXS or Gyrotonic® method

 

At age 19 he became interested in classical dance and by the time he reached his twentieth birthday he was dancing principle roles with the Romanian State Opera. While on tour in Italy in 1970 he defected and stayed in a refugee camp for six months. Juliu then received political asylum to the United States and he was headed to New York. After arriving in New York Juliu did what ever was needed to survive, from painting houses to dancing on a car in Central Park, while auditioning and dancing in civic ballets. Juliu was noticed by someone in the New York City Opera and was hired. He began dancing for their tour company with international stars such as Margot Fonteyn, Jacques d' Amboise and Melissa Hayden. Later, Juliu danced as a guest artist at Radio City Music Hall for some time and then got a job as principal dancer with the Houston Ballet. While with the Houston Ballet, Juliu ruptured his Achilles Tendon and the injury brought his dancing career to a sudden halt. After the injury Juliu started indulging himself in more yoga practice.



 

 

 

 

 


 

If you are looking for exercising on GYROTONIC or Pilates equipments on your own, this is the right program for you.

Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.



 

 

 

 

 

Juliu returned to New York in the 1980's and began teaching his "method" at "Steps on Broadway" and in Central Park. When Juliu developed a large enough following he opened up White Cloud Studio.

Enjoy your session.


 

 

 


Schedule and reserve the equipment

 

Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.

 



 

 

 

 

Weight Loss

Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.

>> click here for pricing



 

>> click here for pricing

 

 

WHAT IS PILATES? (a powerful concept in fitness)

 

Developed by Joseph Pilates, this practice focuses on strengthening and stretching the body; resulting in long, lean muscles.


 


 

 

 


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>> click here for pricing



In 1977 Juliu moved to St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands where he built a humble dwelling in the mountains and continued an intensive study and practice of yoga. During this diligent study of yoga he discovered the inner workings of the body and developed a system that he called "Yoga for Dancers", which is a deeper and more advanced level that is now called Gyrokinesis™.

 

Improved Stamina

 

Injury Rehabilitation

 

 



Pilates is not just exercise. The very specific movements and breathing patterns require focused attention engaging both body and mind.

This program is designed for those of you who have completed a minimum of 10 GYROTONIC/ Pilates sessions in our studio and are ready to exercise on your own.

 

PILATES BENEFITS

Purchase your IGP package
PILATES - A brief history

Schedule and reserve the equipment


WHAT IS PILATES? (a powerful concept in fitness)
Schedule and reserve the equipment

 

 

 

 

Complete a minimum of 10 private GYROTONIC/ Pilate sessions with our trainer

To participate in this program simply:

If you are looking for exercising on GYROTONIC or Pilates equipments on your own, this is the right program for you.



Juliu Horvath, a Hungarian, was born and raised in Romania. However, he considers himself to be a "universal being". His father, Juliu Sr. who has passed on, was a tailor and his mother who celebrated her 90th birthday in December 2000 is a housewife.

 

Increased Strength and Flexibility

PILATES - A brief history

 

 

Tone Your Body

 



 

Increased Strength and Flexibility

Over the years as the effectiveness of his exercise method became known, "Pilates" became more and more popular. Currently the "Pilates" method of exercise is used worldwide by people of all ages, sex, and fitness levels for body conditioning and rehabilitation purposes.

 

 




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