The Seed Center

MANY CLIENTS WALK INTO THE SEED CENTER WITH CHRONIC SHOULDER ISSUES CAUSING STIFFNESS, PAIN, POOR POSTURE, AND WEAKNESS. The first step towards healing is awareness. Truly understanding the biomechanical principles of the shoulder allows you to embody healthy integrated movement. Join Jaime on Sunday, January 24th at 9:30 am pst for this 90-minute somatic exploration of the shoulder. Class begins with an anatomical lesson to demystify and differentiate between the shoulder jo...int and the shoulder girdle, then moves into a somatic exploration of the shoulder that integrates your newfound knowledge into GYROTONIC exercises. The class will finish with Q & A. Props needed: Large Exercise Ball Long Theraband Stool/Mat Yoga Block Sliders OverBall (pilates ball) Class Cost: $35 or free for Members Class recording will be available. Join us for this opportunity to continue to work towards your health and wellness goals, and empower your own practice through knowledge. Stick with it, Charley, Joyce, and the entire Seed Center Team SIGN UP HERE: https://www.wellnessliving.com/schedule/the_seed_center

Every January, I sit down and write my resolutions for the year and revisit those from last year. It's a habit I learned from my father who is one of the most goal-oriented people I know, and a firm believer in the power of envisioning to create change, inspire action and lead to positive outcomes. This idea of working with clear vision is also a principle in the GYROTONIC Method that states 'intention is the driving force that moves the body' and without proper intention, i...t is like driving blind. To say goodbye to 2020, and hello to 2021 we sat down and created clear, focused resolutions to keep us on track. We set a goal to dive deep into the principles of the GYROTONIC Method to bring clarity to our practice so it can nourish and support us in 2021. January is already off to an ambitious start with our 2-part series Exploring the GYROTONIC Homework Sequence. If you missed these incredible in-depth classes, the recordings are still available along with a PDF handout of the exercises. Just send us a DM or email: [email protected] The Homework Sequence is a meaty series that focuses on connecting to your seed center(deep abdominals) to decompress and lengthen the body. The sequence ends with a challenging breathwork abdominals exercise called Taming the Tiger, and as Joyce said, "God knows we can all be Taming the Tiger a little more!" Today, Friday at 10 am pst, we kick off a GYROTONIC Homework Sequence Flow Class to assimilate what we have learned and to incorporate this series into our self-practice. We've also added a 30-minute Breathwork Abdominals Class on Mondays at 5 pm to practice and understand the connection of breath with the deep abdominals that is integral in the Homework Sequence and in our daily lives. So, we encourage you to take the time and write down your 2021 resolutions. Create your vision to make it a reality. We know movement heals, and we have been able to support countless transformations but it always begins with a goal; whether it be to get out of pain, feel better in your body, or calm your nervous system. Please let us know your goals and if there's anything we can do to support your health and wellness journey. We hope you'll join usit's never too late to empower your practice and your healing through knowledge. Let's do this , Charley, Joyce, and the entire Seed Center Team PS: We picked 3 AMAZING winners for the Kazuko Hirabayashi Scholarship. We thank you all for your incredible entries and we're looking forward to sharing our scholarship winners' story and transformational journey over these next 3 months. Sign up for classes: http://www.seedcentersf.com/classes

"Performing is expressing and those performers who are more physically and mentally flexible and balanced are the ones who can have the greatest impact." -Juliu Horvath

2 DAYS LEFT TO APPLY FOR The Seed Center Scholarship Program Thanks to a generous donation, we have created a scholarship program for those who are unable to afford movement classes. The Kazuko Hirabayashi Grant will provide 3-month unlimited memberships to The Seed Center. As a member of The Seed Center, you'll have unlimited access to all classes, workshops, and discounts on private sessions. This grant was given in the name of Kazuko Hirabayashi, who was a Japanese-...born modern-dance choreographer who was even more widely known as an "exceptional teacher and mentor to many leading dancers." Famous for her honesty, and helping dancers find their true essence, this grant will honor her legacy. Let us all find our true selves and true essence through movement. This scholarship is intended for anyone unable to afford movement classes during the pandemic. It's easy to apply! Simply fill out the short application by December 31st, 11:59 am PST. APPLY HERE: https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdYRkOZwQHSWr86u/viewform We will be offering 2 scholarships and winners will be notified on January 1st, 2021. Please share freely with anyone in your life who is in need of a movement practice but unable to afford it. We can't think of a better way to kick off 2021 than giving the gift of health and wellness! Take care, Charley, Joyce, and the entire Seed Center

WISHING YOU ALL A JOYOUS HOLIDAY! We thank you for your support and positivity through what has been an incredibly challenging year. We are grateful for our community and we know through our collective strength, we can face whatever lies ahead but we're hoping it's a brilliant and healthy 2021. Love to you and your loved ones ,... The Seed Center Team PS: Don't miss tomorrow's special explorative Homework Sequence class and a chance to jumpstart your 2021 resolutions. http://www.seedcentersf.com/classes

MANY CLIENTS ASK US, " WHAT CAN I DO ON MY OWN AT HOME?" In the GYROTONIC Method, there is a prescribed Homework Sequence for students to cultivate an at-home practice. This 30-minute format requires no equipment but packs a lot of punch, as it explores and reinforces the main principles of the method. This Saturday 12/26 at 9:30 am pst, join Charley for this special 90-minute explorative class to breakdown The Homework Sequence.... Students will receive a downloadable pdf with class sequencing and will be encouraged to take notes. The class will end with Q & A. Props will be used to provide proprioceptive feedback and illuminate the principles to succeed in this homework sequence. They will also be used to find modifications to make the sequence effective, safe, and challenging. This class is perfect for all levels of studentsthe budding GYROTONIC student, or teachers seeking clarity and tools to teach their own students. PROPS NEEDED: Yoga Strap OverBall (9" pilates ball) Long Theraband Stool/Mat Yoga Block Class Cost: $35 or free for Members Class recording will be available. As a follow up to this explorative class, we will be adding weekly 30-minute Homework Flow classes to the schedule so you can assimilate what you have learned. Join us for this opportunity to continue to work towards your health and wellness goals, and empower your own practice through knowledge. Stick with it, Charley, Joyce, and the entire Seed Center Team PS: We still have a limited supply of Studio Kits available in our ONLINE shop if you still need at home props. ONLINE CLASS SIGN UP: http://www.seedcentersf.com/class

Sometimes all we need is a little guidance to feel better and to move better.

Join Jaime tomorrow for a post-Thanksgiving Rest & Digest Full Body Roll Out Class! Friday 10 am pst Sign up in bio or at www.seedcentersf.com

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Wake up and move with us and celebrate gratitude in your body. We’re having a free GYROKINESIS class today from 9:30-10:30 am Sign up at www.seedcentersf.com in our ONLINE studio.

At The Seed Center we know MOVEMENT HEALS We have witnessed countless transformations in our clients but we know it also requires focused awareness and most importantly, consistency. ... We empower our clients to be active in their healing this is not passive therapy. We do not fix you, you fix yourself. We are your guide on this transformational journey towards health, balance and resilience but you have to show up. That's why we created The Membership! We wanted to inspire you, and make it easier for you to commit to your movement practice with consistency. The Membership is UNLIMITED access to all of our classes with added perks like discounts on retail, private sessions and free guest passes. The Membership is the BEST deal if you are taking 2+ classes a week. More importantly, The Membership holds you accountable to show up for yourself. When you commit and invest in yourself with consistency, you will be rewarded for your effortsthis is the one body we get so we should diligently care for it. See you in class , Charley, Joyce and the entire Seed Center Team BECOME A MEMBER: http://www.seedcentersf.com/themembership