Fundamental Pilates Equipment This level is designed for those who have just completed
their New Student Intro Private Lessons or for individuals who have joined our
Studio with prior Pilates Reformer experience. Fundamental Classes are also a
choice for those students who like to work at a slower pace, focusing on
mastering the basics. The instructor leads the group through the fundamental
exercises on the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and Barrels (based upon
availability) along with matwork building initial strength to the core while
working on the principles of awareness, balance, activation, alignment, and
control. You will need to know the Fundamental curriculum before moving on.
Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3 - 5
Prerequisite: We suggest beginning with a series of 6 Private New Student
Lessons (3 minimum are required) and permission from the instructor.
Best results will be experienced when at least two lessons are attended per week.
Fundamental/Intermediate
and
Intermediate Pilates Equipment
Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3 - 5
These levels are designed for students who have been taking Pilates
lessons at our studio for some time. Students will be introduced to the
intermediate curriculum on all apparatus (Reformer, Cadillac,
Chair, and Barrels) along with matwork. Students must be able to
maintain stability in neutral, perform exercises with precision and
control, and know the intermediate curriculum well before
moving on.
Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.
A consistent practice of at least twice per week is suggested for optimal results.
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Intermediate/Advanced Pilates Equipment
Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3 - 6
Participants of classes at these increasingly advanced levels must be in complete control of the basic principles of alignment, possess dynamic stabilization, have few physical limitations, and experience with the Fundamental and Intermediate curriculum on all apparatus. During these classes, we pick up the pace. Depending on class size, we may stay as a cohesive group (working on the same apparatus and exercises together) or we may move through a non-stop circuit training program. These classes focus on continuing the development of core stability and strength, while the adding more and more challenging exercises at a quicker pace to these increasingly challenging repertoires.
Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.
A consistent practice of at least twice per week is required due to the rigors of this class. (GYROTONIC training is considered to meet this requirement as is GYROKINESIS.)
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Pilates Open Gym ~ Coming Soon!
Session length: 60 minutes
Participants in our Pilates Open Gym utilize the equipment in our studio for their own self-paced independent workouts. A certified instructor is always present.
Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor.
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Raise the Barretm ~ Coming Soon!
Session length: 60 minutes; Class size: 6
Created by studio founder Laura Crittendon, Raise the Barre is a unique blend of Yoga, Ballet-inspired Barre exercises, and Pilates matwork. Designed to help you sculpt and tone your legs, seat, tummy, waist, chest, arms and shoulders in a fun and challenging workout.
Prerequisite: No current injury or limitation. Speak with Laura if you have any questions about this class.
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Open GYROTONIC® Pulley/Tower 
Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3
Open GYROTONIC® Pulley/Tower Classes are the appropriate choice for those new to the GYROTONIC® experience and have completed their initial series of private lessons, as well as for those students who have more GYROTONIC® experience.
Each student will work on their own GYROTONIC® Pulley/Tower unit (we have 3). An experienced and dedicated GYROTONIC®
trainer will guide the group through the various "families" of
exercises to provide a full body workout of mind, body, and soul.
Modifications for exercises will be given as necessary (to make them
more or less accessible or challenging). Students will be introduced to
various Specialized Equipment exercises as well.
Prerequisite: We ask that all new students to our studio begin with a series of 6 Private New Student
Lessons and permission from the instructor. Note: Pilates students from our studio may "cross over" to GYROTONIC classes with fewer private lessons. Please speak with Laura for details on how you can "cross over."
Best results will be experienced when at least two GYROTONIC® lessons are attended per week. GYROKINESIS experience is highly recommended but not necessary.
Intermediate Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3 Prerequisite: Permission from the instructor. A consistent GYROTONIC® practice of at least twice per week is required. Familiarity with GYROKINESIS® is suggested although not required.
GYROTONIC® Pulley/Tower
Intermediate GYROTONIC® Pulley/Tower Classes are for the experienced GYROTONIC®
practitioner and are by instructor permission only. Students at this
level are familiar with the Level I curriculum and are working on
mastering the flow and rhythm each "family" of exercises. We will also
be visiting many of the Level II exercises as well as introducing use
of the Specialized Equipment (GYROTONIC® Ladder, Leg Extension Unit, GYROTONER®).
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GYROTONIC® For Your Inner Dancer
Class length: 60 minutes; Class size: 3 
Come
move your body, have fun, find your own inner rhythm, and unlock your
unique Inner Dancer. Join us for a class that will leave you smiling,
sweating, and dancing as you walk out of the studio! Plan to have some
serious fun and get in great shape while doing so. (All set to awesome music!) NEWS:
These Dancer classes are SUCH a big hit that new classes will be added.
Email the studio with your requests for days and times. Prerequisite: Permission from the Instructor
In these classes, Laura introduces movements and experiences that
EVERYONE can do (no dance experience required). These classes are GREAT
for deepening your connection to both your physical and energetic
center, for developing attention to the present moment through
movement, and for unlocking your own unique inner dancer. We “dance” to
music while using the GYROTONIC Pulley-Tower
to create body awareness, core strength and alignment, harmony and
fluidity with grace and beauty, opening to the present, while staying
grounded in the movement moment.
Laura has created this unique program after completing her training in the GYROTONIC
Applications for Dancers program, taught and created by renowned
Contemporary choreographer Adrianna Thompson and World-Class
Contemporary Dance instructor Miriam Barbosa (both of whom are
incredible Authorized GYROTONIC Master Trainers), and has combined it with her years of GYROTONIC and GYROKINESIS training,
dancing Hula professionally, as well as her years of teaching and
creating award–winning contemporary Martial Arts dance “forms.”
While no prior dance experience is required, we do ask that you begin a basic GYROTONIC program prior to joining this course, as those basic principles will be used throughout these classes. GYROKINESIS experience
is recommended, but not required. Participation in class is by
instructor permission. Talk with Laura if you’d like to join us! Call
the studio at 329-0005. You'll be glad you did.
Can't make it to this class as scheduled, yet you are yearning to do
some gyro-dancing? Talk with Laura about scheduling a class to suit
your schedule. (It never hurts to ask for what you want.)
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GYROTONIC® Circuit Class
Class length: 75 minutes; Class size: 4 or 5
Ready to experience the many facets of GYROTONIC® training? Then this is YOUR class.
GYROTONIC® Circuit classes are for the dedicated student who is familiar with the GYROTONIC®
Pulley/Tower curriculum as well as the Specialized Equipment and wants
more! In a circuit format, we will explore not only the Pulley/Tower
but also the specialized equipment (GYROTONIC® Ladder, Leg Extension Unit, GYROTONER®). Participation in this class is by
instructor approval only. Participants in this class work in a
semi-independent environment, and must be familiar with the basic
repertoire of the Tower and Handle units. These classes allow each
student to work at their own pace and work within their unique creative
expression in the arching and curling GYROTONIC® environment, yet with instructor guidance, encouragement, and support.
Prerequisite: If you would like to experience this unique challenge, please speak
with Laura and let her know of your desire to join this class so that
she can prepare you for the journey. Additional ongoing Trio, Duet or
Private lessons are required to participate in this class. GYROKINESIS® experience is also highly recommended, but not required.
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GYROKINESIS® Class length: 90 minutes; class size 6 For specific information about our GYROKINESIS® program, click here.
Please note that all of our GYROKINESIS classes are taught next door at Hawaii Freestyle Martial Arts.
1. Active client at GYROTONIC® Kona consistently attending a minimum of one Private or one Group Pulley/Tower Class per week for continue to refine the technique of your practice.
2. Completion of a series (number varies with each individual) of GYROTONIC® Private sessions geared specifically to prepare you for Independent Sessions (you'll review proper exercise technique, exercise flow, equipment safety, set up, and fill out your own personalized workout plan). Think "rehearsal and audition."
3. Approval from Studio Director (Laura Crittendon) to begin Independent Sessions.
4. Continued participation in a minimum of one weekly instructor-led session. If a client only attends trios, scheduling a private lesson every 4 to 6 weeks is suggested in order to continue to grow and deepen your personal practice.
Please note: the instructor on site may be conducting a private lesson or conducting a class in the adjoining room during the independent session.