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Catania Pilates & Gyrotonic®

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ABOUT

 

Pilates

Pilates is a form of exercise and body conditioning developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th century, mostly as a method of injury recovery for dancers. Some of the principles that guide the Pilates method include concentration on each movement, use of the abdomen and low back muscles, flowing, precise movement patterns and controlled breathing. Routines can be performed on specially designed apparatuses, including a bed-like structure called a reformer, or more simply on a mat. The benefits are both therapeutic and preventive. The practice may help you recover from an existing injury or manage a chronic musculoskeletal issue. It may also help you establish a healthy baseline, so that when those injuries or issues arise, you’re able to bounce back faster.

Gyrotonic®

A unique movement experience that blends fluidity, strength, and total freedom of motion.
Created in the 1980s by Hungarian dancer Juliu Horvath, Gyrotonic® fuses the best of yoga, dance, tai chi, and gymnastics to offer a dynamic, three-dimensional workout that feels natural and harmonious.
Through specialized equipment and circular, flowing movements, it helps improve posture, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness, while releasing tension and stiffness.

Perfect for everyone—whether you're a beginner, a professional athlete, or an expecting mother—Gyrotonic® strengthens the body in a gentle, safe, and effective way, enhancing breathing, balance, and overall well-being.

Today, it’s embraced worldwide by those looking for a deeper, innovative approach to movement.
Move better. Feel stronger. Live in harmony with your body.

Gyrokinesis®

The Gyrokinesis® Method addresses the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences. It is an original and unique method that coordinates movement, breath and mental focus. It is practiced on a mat and chair without equipment. Without the feedback and guidance of equipment, participants in a Gyrokinesis® class are more dependent on their own proprioception to explore movement sequences.

Meet the Teachers

Chiara

I was born and raised in Sicily. However, I've traveled a lot for study and pleasure. I've played many sports, especially rhythmic gymnastics, and I've always enjoyed working hard to achieve a goal. I've studied movement my entire life.

 

I teach rhythmic gymnastics and am a federal FGI coach. In 2008, I fell in love with Pilates, becoming a Covatech® certified trainer in 2012. The awareness of the body given by this discipline is an integral part of a healthy and active lifestyle. Between 2014 and 2017, I approached Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® and realized they were what was missing from my training.

 

Pilates, Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® are complementary to each other and give me a more complete vision of the body and its movement in space. This allows me to choose the most suitable path and exercises for my clients.

 

As a trainer, I take great joy in seeing my clients transform their bodies, gain confidence, improve their overall health, and lead pain-free lives.

 

My academic qualifications include a degree in political science and international relations, and a degree in European studies from the University of Catania in 2004.

 

My certifications include:

- Certified Gyrotonic level 1 and Gyrokinesis® teacher

- Covatech® Pilates Teacher Training Program

I have 20 years of experience as a federal rhythmic gymnastics coach.

Ylenia

Massage therapist, freelance trainer STOTT PILATES®️, Yoga and Personal Trainer FIPE.

 

She has constantly dedicated herself to the study of movement in all its expressions, working internationally and nationally. From yoga to pilates, from functional training to board sports, she loves freedom and escapes stereotypes. Practicing with her is an explosion of vitality.

 

200 hours of Hatha Yoga YTT

Vinyasa ongoing 300 hours YTT

𝚂𝚃𝙾𝚃𝚃 𝙿𝙸𝙻𝙰𝚃𝙴𝚂®️ training

CrossFit Level1

FIF Functional/Body Building Coach

PERSONAL TRAINER FIPE

Kettlebell trainer Accademia Italiana Fitness

SUP instructor, Italian Kayak Federation

massage therapist

Doc in communication

Masters of Art in Literature

Floriana

Laureata presso l’Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore di Milano, la danza classica e moderna sono stati il mio pane quotidiano per anni.

Oggi Gyrotonic trainer e organizzatrice di eventi sportivi e culturali nazionali e internazionali.

Non smetto mai di  aggiornarmi sullo studio del corpo in relazione al movimento, alla respirazione e al ritmo.

 

Graduated from the Università Cattolica in Milan, classical and modern dance have been my daily bread for years.

Today Gyrotonic trainer and organizer of national and international sporting and cultural events.

 

I never stop updating myself on the study of the body in relation to movement, breathing and rhythm

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