The GYROKINESIS® Method is a movement method that gently works the entire body, opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and creating functional strength through rhythmic, flowing movement sequences. Gyrokinesis classes are 60-90 minutes long. Each class begins on a chair with a gentle warm-up sequence to awaken the senses and stimulate the nervous system. This is followed by a series of fluid spinal motions which increase range of motion, and prepare the body to explore more complex movements with agility, and ease. Class continues on the floor with exercises that expand on the spinal motions, gradually adding more complex sequences, and incorporating more movements of the hips, shoulders, hands, and feet. The floor exercises are followed by a rhythmic standing sequence that incorporates balance, and cardiovascular exercises; then end with a calming, unwinding sequence designed to prepare the body and mind to reintegrate with the everyday world.