TAUGHT BY AUTHORIZED MASTER TRAINER, RITA RENHA

This course was developed by Physiotherapist, Paul Horvath who has utilized the Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis methods with orthopedic patients at the Rheintalklinik in Bad Krozingen, Germany. In this course students will review basic terms and anatomy associated with Scoliosis. Students will learn about common patterns associated with Scoliosis and will build on this conceptual framework with practical Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis exercise applications.

The Efficiency of the GYROTONIC® Method Applied to Scoliosis

1. Understanding Scoliosis
Scoliosis is a three-dimensional condition involving spinal curvature, asymmetry, and imbalance in muscular support. Traditional approaches often emphasize correction in one plane, which can create tension or compensations.

2. Why the GYROTONIC® Method is Unique
Unlike linear exercise systems, the GYROTONIC® Method works through spirals and wave-like motions — three-dimensional patterns that reflect the natural intelligence of the spine.

These multidimensional pathways allow the body to explore space with efficiency, gradually restoring balance and freedom without imposing force or rigidity.

3. Principles of Efficiency

• Economy of Effort: Instead of bracing or overworking, the method emphasizes pathways where movement flows with less resistance.
• Neurological Re-patterning: Through repetition of fluid sequences, the nervous system learns new options for alignment and balance.
• Deep Core Activation: Centering from the pelvis and breath provides internal support, allowing the spine to elongate naturally.

4. Application to Scoliosis

• Three-Dimensional Mobilization: Encourages balanced lengthening of both concave and convex sides.
• Breath & Expansion: Breathwork opens restricted areas of the ribcage and reduces collapse.
• Symmetry Through Asymmetry: Instead of imposing artificial symmetry, the body learns to self-organize efficiently within its unique structure.
• Functional Strength: Clients develop strength that translates into everyday movement, not just isolated exercise.

5. The Outcome
Clients with scoliosis often report:
• Greater freedom of movement
• Reduced discomfort
• A sense of elongation and spaciousness in the spine
• More efficiency in posture, walking, and daily activities

Teachers observe:
• Less compensation in the shoulders, hips, and pelvis
• A more balanced distribution of effort across the body
• Greater adaptability and resilience in movement

In short: Efficiency in GYROTONIC® is not about “correcting” scoliosis but about helping the system function with less effort, more balance, and greater integration.

Register online and pay a $300 studio fee to reserve your place. Tuition is due the first day of the course payable by cash, check, or Venmo to Rita Renha.

Instructor: Rita Renha

Course Location: The Seed Center — San Francisco, CA

Course Dates: April 16th - April 19th, 2026

Course Duration: 4 days

Hours: 12 PM - 6 PM Thursday and Friday, 10 AM - 4 PM Saturday and Sunday

Course Fee: $525 + $300 Non-refundable Deposit/Studio Fee

Prerequisite: GYROTONIC® Level 1 Trainer