Gyrotonics is a relatively new system of physical fitness. Juliu Horvath created the system in the late 1970's. He combined the dance and gymnastic training of his youth with a passion for woodworking. The end result was a machine that allowed the body to move resistance in circles, arcs and angles not available with conventional equipment. Exercise could now move in the more natural range of motion. A newer and yet another application of … [Read more...]

The old axiom " practice makes perfect" was altered over the last decades to a more correct "practice makes permanent." You must practice using the correct motor pathway and technique repeatedly to make permanent the learning. When learning how to swing traditional Indian Clubs you have a formal stance with your heels together and toes pointing out at a 45 degree angle. When doing techniques from this stance, the pull on the back and hips tax … [Read more...]

The DragonTail form is a Slow, Moving Meditation practiced with a 36" wooden, magnetic cane, also used for massage. The form was passed on to me by a great, second generation teacher from Taiwan; Ann Thomas. The form, originally taken from the tai chi 13 form is still analogous to it but not identical. I have been practicing and teaching the form for about 12 years. It consists of very simple movements and the basic form is easy to learn. Like … [Read more...]

Indian Clubs gained it’s name from the British Officers and Officials that observed their use by the indigenous peoples of India during their colonization period which lasted to the last century. Observers noted the powerful yet lithe physiques of the practioners and felt this form of exercise would be beneficial . The British cataloged the techniques and brought it back to their country where it was systemized and introduced into their … [Read more...]