Testimonials
Ellena Nou, Ballet and Contemporary Dance Teacher Photography by Ovidiu Matiu ''I’ve been training with Alex Rolfe since my move to Sydney, Australia in 2017. Alex is reliable, punctual and noticeably designs your session ahead of time with exercises and movement phrases that cater to you as an individual. The professionalism and passion for what Alex delivers as a teacher is second to none. I’ve left every session feeling exhilarated.
Grace Carroll, The Australian Ballet. Photography by @photography_byash ''Gyrotonic has made such a positive change in my training! With the guidance of Alex and her natural gift for teaching and sharing, I felt my body and its general movement shift and lengthen. After just one session, my whole body seemed renewed and lightened. ''
Mia Zanardo, Genee Gold Medalist 2019 Photography by Pure Dynamics Photography '' I love attending Gyrotonic classes with Alex. She is patient, passionate, knowledgeable and due to her classical background fully understands the dancers body, which allows me to get the most benefit out of her sessions. I highly recommend Alex and have benefited greatly from her specialised expertise''
Sara Andrlon, The Australian Ballet, Photography by Niv Novak ''I love working with Alex because she is able to explain everything with great detail, and is patient when I don't quite understand something. But what makes her a fantastic teacher is that she is able to give each individual their own corrections and works tirelessly so that they can reap the benefits.''
Hannah Lyons, Victorian State Ballet, RCS Modern Ballet. Photography by Paul Cameron ''I found so many benefits undertaking Gyrotonic alongside ballet training including improved articulation, ease of motion and movement quality. I highly recommend working with Alex, she is super friendly, approachable and generous in sharing her knowledge and experience''
Mallika Aithala, Staatliche Ballettschule Berlin Photography by @everlineimagery ''Thankyou so much for teaching me this new understanding of my body! I feel a lot stronger and secure in my ballet class after your Gyrotonic classes.''
Sam O'Brian, Royal Caribbean International. ,Melbourne City Ballet, The Sarasota Ballet, Ballet San Antonio. Photography by Alexander Devora "Alex’s extensive training and natural nurturing instincts make her a brilliant teacher. Working with her I was able to unlock potential in myself I didn’t know I had. Alex guided me to really understand how my unique body works to bring out the best in me and enhance my craft. "
Fenella O'Neill, Oklahoma City Ballet ''I've found so many special moments in Gyrotonic , it came to me at at time where I really needed it-recovering from an injury especially as a young dancer, you're left feeling quite lost and confused. This method helps you to find yourself , understand your mobility and bring back the joy even if you feel you've lost it''
“I began Gyrotonic lessons 12 months ago with Alex. I was 66 with an imperfect body. This method has allowed me to increase my flexibility, freedom of movement and I have more confidence in my body. I have felt my posture improve and I feel that I am understanding my body more. Alex is a passionate and dedicated teacher. She is very patient, caring and provides careful attention to each person she works with. The variety of the Gyrotonic equipment allows one to focus on specific areas in a controlled and mindful way. Doing Gyrotonic with Alex has helped me improve my strength, flexibility, and balance. After each session I feel lighter and stronger.”
— Katherine , School Teacher
“Alex’s approach to Gyrotonic is truly transformational – it has absolutely changed my body and helped me breathe and move with greater freedom and fluidity. Alex not only has a profound understanding of movement and the human anatomy but also the rare talent for helping you build awareness of how to move within the structure of your own body. While her unique combination of expertise in ballet and Gyrotonic is deeply insightful for those with a keen desire to develop the way they work with their body as dancers, she easily and effectively adapts the approach to suit people with a variety of life experiences which results in an improved quality of movement regardless of their backgrounds. The atmosphere of encouragement that Alex creates in her classes through her genuine, kind and generous spirit helps nurture and support the processes of learning, exploring and evolving”
— Ioulia , Adult Dancer
“Alex is a teacher who does not cut corners. Dedicated to teaching proper technique with a unique combination of ballet and Gyrotonic understanding. Having worked with Alex I was able to understand my body more, its limitations and possibilities, especially important as an adult ballet dancer and work on the small things that lead to enabling correct big movements.”
— Katia, President & Founder, Ballet Without Borders
