GYROTONIC® / GYROKINESIS®

PATRIE SARDO

FULLY CERTIFIED LEVEL I GYROTONIC® AND GYROKINESIS® INSTRUCTOR AND PRE-TRAINER

I was an actress in California and became a wife and mom in my 40’s. I was an avid runner and discovered Gyrotonic Movement in 2006 while seeking relief from chronic hip pain. I tried yoga, Pilates, physical therapy, weight training, massage, acupuncture, orthotics, shoe lifts, to no avail. The minute I experienced the Gyrotonic Tower, I felt immediate relief and became intrigued. I threw myself into the study of Gyrotonic Expansion System. The desire to share this work with others led me to become certified in Gyrotonic Level I and Level II, Gyrokinesis Level I, the GYROTONER®, Jumping Stretching Board, Leg Extension, Archway and Rehabilitative Applications for the Shoulder and Pelvic Girdle. I also became a Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis Pre-Trainer. I opened a home studio, Core Radiance Movement, in Santa Monica, CA to provide a nurturing, private atmosphere for instruction. Last year we moved to Williamstown, MA and opened another home studio. I have a Tower, Jumping Stretching Board, Leg Extension Unit and Archway in my home studio.  

“Your body doesn’t have to suffer as you age. You can feel suppleness, resiliency and strength regardless of age. I’m 66 years old and am still finding new places to expand, strengthen and flow!”

I started running in high school and remained an avid runner for many years. As an acting major at the University of Illinois I studied ballet, tap, modern dance and fencing. I came to California in 1979 to pursue an acting career while also teaching aerobics. I got my first job on “WKRP in Cincinnati” as Dr. Johnny Fever’s daughter and had a successful acting career for the next 15 years until I married the love of my life, Michael, and dedicated my life to raising my two beautiful boys, Nick and Justin. Now that they're in men, living their lives and I am free to pursue my third career!