Studio Schedule Week of 6/15/2025 | Fathering: Slowing Down and Getting Curious
Sophia stands on a rocky outcrop in Aspen, arms wide and heart lifted to the sky. Behind her, snow-capped peaks rise into mist. The pose is part offering, part release — a dancer’s gesture echoing the wild stillness of the mountains around her.
image via Sophia Rumasuglia
THOUGHTS
For every session at the studio, we come prepared with a plan… then let our expectations go in order to meet the body in front of us. I prepared some light Father’s Day humor for this week’s email, but the world seems just too heavy to be carried by dad jokes.
The tragic assassinations in Minnesota; escalating conflict in the Middle East between Israel, Palestine, and now also Iran; and watching political leaders pit protestors, police, and soldiers against each other as pawns in a political power grab are weighing on us all. They also bring to mind how relationships — whether between nations, citizens, or families — have layers of history and nuance that are difficult to untangle.
Men have so much to unravel in regards to what it means to father. I imagine it can be hard to create a sense of identity separate from the cliches of domination and force. Author Garrett Bucks has written a very poignant Father’s Day essay from the fatherly perspective, and I feel like he says it best:
Fatherhood discourse is a mess because masculinity discourse is a mess because patriarchy is a mess. And yeah, that’s the kind of sentence that would probably cause all the manosphere fellas to roll their eyes, but for their sake I wish that wasn’t the case. Because jeez, what a terrible bill of goods we’ve all been sold. Don’t show any weakness. Be strong, which is to say be perennially afraid. Act like you have something to prove. Bottle it up and explode. Take other people for granted, because care is somebody else’s business.
So I’m offering space for dads to approach parenting from the way we approach our work with the body: slow down, get curious, and put your ego aside, embracing the vulnerability required to learn something new. Even when we’re doing a pretty good job, time is continually throwing new hurdles we’ve never encountered before, so there’s always something else to learn and understand better. Such is the journey of life. And like in movement, the work is never done—we just keep showing up, learning, and doing our best to meet the moment.
CLASS SPOTLIGHT:
Monday 12:00 PM Hybrid GYROTONIC® with Harriet
Mondays at 12:00 PM just got a little more grounded. Our new midday hybrid GYROTONIC® class is now underway, and this month’s focus is on deep core integration and floor work. We begin with the handles and hamstring series, then build toward the strengthening aspects of the method — all while supporting ease and clarity through your spine.
It’s a great way to reset for the week and reconnect with your body’s internal support systems.
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STUDIO UPDATES
Sophia is BACK!
We’re thrilled to welcome Sophia home after her performances with SoulSkin Dance in Joshua Tree and Aspen. She’s returning to the studio recharged and inspired — ready to share her artistry and insight with all of you. If you’ve missed her presence, now’s the perfect time to book your next class or session.
Wednesday Class on Summer Break
Our Wednesday GYROTONIC® class is on hold for the summer and will return in September.
A Little Heads-Up
We’ve been working behind the scenes on a simpler, more meaningful rewards program — designed to celebrate your consistency and commitment in a way that feels true to our values. More details coming soon.
Here’s what’s on the schedule this week:
MONDAY
12:00 PM – Hybrid GYROTONIC® Pulley Tower (Harriet)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
TUESDAY
11:45 AM – GYROTONIC® Pulley Tower (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
1:00 PM – GYROTONIC® Posture Focus (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure (One Spot Left!)
WEDNESDAY
6:30 PM – GYROTONIC® Strength & Flow (Sophia)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
THURSDAY
9:00 AM – Hybrid GYROKINESIS® for Active Aging (Harriet)
→ Next 4-week series begins July 10
FRIDAY
12:30 PM – Hybrid GYROTONIC® Pulley Tower (Harriet)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
SATURDAY
9:00 AM – Community GYROTONIC® (Rowan)
→ Ongoing, trial sliding scale structure
10:00 AM – GYROTONIC® Posture Focus (Rowan)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
1:00 PM — GYROTONIC® For Latin Dancers (Rowan)
→ Ongoing, 4-pack structure
Housekeeping
Please arrive at least 5 minutes early to class or your appointment to prepare.
Let us know if you still need door entry access through Avigilon (aka Alta Open or OpenPath), or need assistance with the app.
Late cancellations (under 24 hours) will be charged unless due to COVID exposure.
What I’m Reading:
“Pride attendees invited to play catch with supportive dads: ‘you’re doin’ great, kiddo’” — Good Good Good
A moving reflection on chosen family, queer fatherhood, and how a simple game of catch can expand our ideas of care and legacy.
“The True Meaning of Gentle Parenting—and How to Use It” — ParentsTogether
Gentle parenting is often misunderstood. This short article explains how it centers emotional regulation and connection over control—and why it matters.
“How can you join the millions of fathers making a positive difference around the world?” — MenCare
A global initiative calling on men to take active, equitable roles in caregiving. Powerful and practical, with links to tools and local efforts.
We’re looking forward to seeing you this week.
Root down into strength, rise up into possibility, and carry it through your movement throughout the week.
Warmly,
Harriet
