GYROTONIC TRAINING PROGRAM
In this program students learn to design, and teach a progressive sequence of Gyrotonic Level 1 exercise classes on the Gyrotonic Pulley Tower Combination Unit.
The 188 hour program is composed of four sequential courses. Students typically begin teaching the Gyrotonic method in the role of Apprentice within 3-6 months after beginning the program. It typically takes 1-2 years to complete the full program and become a Certified Gyrotonic Trainer.
The 188 hour program is composed of four sequential courses. Students typically begin teaching the Gyrotonic method in the role of Apprentice within 3-6 months after beginning the program. It typically takes 1-2 years to complete the full program and become a Certified Gyrotonic Trainer.
STEP 1 : GYROTONIC® Level 1 Pre-Training
Purpose:
To provide a foundational understanding of the Gyrotonic level 1 exercises and prepare students physically for the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course. During this course students focus on gaining experience, and developing a personal understanding of the exercises on the Pre-Training Course exercise list.
Prerequisites:
A basic understanding of the Gyrotonic, level 1, progression I exercises. Students typically take ten or more classes with a Certified Gyrotonic Trainer to aquire enough experience to begin this course.
Duration:
Minimum 6 days/30 hours
Cost:
$850 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Once students have successfully completed the Gyrotonic Level 1 Pre-Training Course, they may proceed to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course.
Purpose:
To provide a foundational understanding of the Gyrotonic level 1 exercises and prepare students physically for the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course. During this course students focus on gaining experience, and developing a personal understanding of the exercises on the Pre-Training Course exercise list.
Prerequisites:
A basic understanding of the Gyrotonic, level 1, progression I exercises. Students typically take ten or more classes with a Certified Gyrotonic Trainer to aquire enough experience to begin this course.
Duration:
Minimum 6 days/30 hours
Cost:
$850 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Once students have successfully completed the Gyrotonic Level 1 Pre-Training Course, they may proceed to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course.
STEP 2 : GYROTONIC® Level 1 Foundation Training
Purpose:
To provide a more in-depth understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 curriculum and provide students with the specific skills and techniques needed to teach these exercises to others. During this course, a Gyrotonic Master Trainer introduces the teaching techniques and principles underlying the Gyrotonic Level 1 exercise syllabus and introduces the complete Gyrotonic Level 1 exercise curriculum.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Pre-Training Course.
Duration:
12 days/60 hours
Cost:
$1500 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Once students successfully complete the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course, they are considered a Gyrotonic Apprentice. At this stage the Gyrotonic Level 1 Apprenticeship period begins and students can begin teaching the Gyrotonic Level 1 exercises they have learned in the role of Gyrotonic Level 1 Apprentice. The apprenticeship license is valid for 1 year.
Purpose:
To provide a more in-depth understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 curriculum and provide students with the specific skills and techniques needed to teach these exercises to others. During this course, a Gyrotonic Master Trainer introduces the teaching techniques and principles underlying the Gyrotonic Level 1 exercise syllabus and introduces the complete Gyrotonic Level 1 exercise curriculum.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Pre-Training Course.
Duration:
12 days/60 hours
Cost:
$1500 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Once students successfully complete the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course, they are considered a Gyrotonic Apprentice. At this stage the Gyrotonic Level 1 Apprenticeship period begins and students can begin teaching the Gyrotonic Level 1 exercises they have learned in the role of Gyrotonic Level 1 Apprentice. The apprenticeship license is valid for 1 year.
STEP 3 GYROTONIC® Supervised Apprentice Review
Purpose:
To help Gyrotonic Level I Apprentices expand their experience and understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course material and prepare them for the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course.
During the apprenticeship period students are required to complete 60 “teaching client” hours and a minimum of 30 supervised apprenticeship hours. Apprentices complete their supervised apprenticeship hours under the guidance and supervision of a Gyrotonic Master Trainer, either in the form of a Gyrotonic Apprenticeship Course, or by re-taking the Gyrotonic Foundation Course.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course
Conducted by:
A Gyrotonic Master Trainer supervises the 30 hours of supervised hours required in this course. These hours are completed in the form of a Gyrotonic Apprenticeship Course. Teaching client hours are conducted independently by the Apprentice.
Duration:
6-12 months
Cost:
$700 USD + Studio Fee
note: Cost above is for the 30 hour Apprenticeship Review Course. Re-taking the Foundation Course to fulfill apprenticeship review hours may have additional cost.
Upon successful completion:
Once Apprentices have successfully completed all of the apprenticeship requirements, they can proceed to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course.
Purpose:
To help Gyrotonic Level I Apprentices expand their experience and understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course material and prepare them for the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course.
During the apprenticeship period students are required to complete 60 “teaching client” hours and a minimum of 30 supervised apprenticeship hours. Apprentices complete their supervised apprenticeship hours under the guidance and supervision of a Gyrotonic Master Trainer, either in the form of a Gyrotonic Apprenticeship Course, or by re-taking the Gyrotonic Foundation Course.
Prerequisites:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course
Conducted by:
A Gyrotonic Master Trainer supervises the 30 hours of supervised hours required in this course. These hours are completed in the form of a Gyrotonic Apprenticeship Course. Teaching client hours are conducted independently by the Apprentice.
Duration:
6-12 months
Cost:
$700 USD + Studio Fee
note: Cost above is for the 30 hour Apprenticeship Review Course. Re-taking the Foundation Course to fulfill apprenticeship review hours may have additional cost.
Upon successful completion:
Once Apprentices have successfully completed all of the apprenticeship requirements, they can proceed to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course.
STEP 4 GYROTONIC® Level 1 Final Certification
Purpose:
The purpose of this course is two fold. It is an education course and it is also a practical assessment of students' teaching skills and their understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 curriculum. To successfully complete this course, Apprentices must physically execute and demonstrate a proficient understanding of the exercises and principles in the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course syllabus. Additionally, Apprentices must apply the appropriate verbal cues and physical guidance to a moving person according to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course manual.
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic apprenticeship requirements
Duration:
3 Days/18 hours
Cost:
$350 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Upon successfully completing the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course, students are considered Certified Gyrotonic Trainers, and are granted a trademark use license.
Gyrotonic Trainers are required to meet continuing education requirements and renew their certification, and trademark license every two years. After successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Teacher Training Program, students are also eligible to enroll in Gyrotonic Specialized Courses, and Gyrotonic Specialized Equipment Courses.
Purpose:
The purpose of this course is two fold. It is an education course and it is also a practical assessment of students' teaching skills and their understanding of the Gyrotonic Level 1 curriculum. To successfully complete this course, Apprentices must physically execute and demonstrate a proficient understanding of the exercises and principles in the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course syllabus. Additionally, Apprentices must apply the appropriate verbal cues and physical guidance to a moving person according to the Gyrotonic Level 1 Foundation Course manual.
Prerequisite:
Successful completion of the Gyrotonic apprenticeship requirements
Duration:
3 Days/18 hours
Cost:
$350 USD + Studio Fee
Upon successful completion:
Upon successfully completing the Gyrotonic Level 1 Final Certificate Course, students are considered Certified Gyrotonic Trainers, and are granted a trademark use license.
Gyrotonic Trainers are required to meet continuing education requirements and renew their certification, and trademark license every two years. After successful completion of the Gyrotonic Level 1 Teacher Training Program, students are also eligible to enroll in Gyrotonic Specialized Courses, and Gyrotonic Specialized Equipment Courses.