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GRAVITY STRETCHING

A unique healing method available for anyone

“Gravity stretching is
next level of your body!"

*Also called "Rope yoga" or "Gravity practices"

Your way back to a rejuvenated and vital body.
Lightweight, available, and sustainable.
Suitable for a home or professional use.

What is Gravity stretching?

GRAVITY PRACTICES

WHO IS IT FOR AND WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

For people dealing with joint and/or back pain, and functional limitations

Recovery after traumas, illnesses, and/or age-related structural changes.
Easing back and joint pain.
Ensuring fast and long-lasting results. Reducing hernias after 5-7 sessions without surgical intervention.
Securing stroke recovery and successful transitioning back to everyday life.
Correction of spinal deformities and body asymmetries.
Postural drainage of lungs and bronchus after complications caused by the VRIs, flue, whooping cough and even coronavirus.
Enabling the processes of self-healing.

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For people looking for physical activity to be less tensious and more pleasurable

Improving posture, straightening the spine.
Opening the pelvis, healing hip joints and organs of the lesser pelvic area.
Loosening tension and unblocking sexuality.
Developing the ability to listen and hear our own body.
Releasing psychosomatic pain blocks and strains.
Improving joint flexibility.
Achieving slenderer and rejuvenated body.

For a healthy family

Preventing and eliminating scoliosis and related spinal deformities in children and adults.
Preparative exercising during prenatal period. Postpartum recovery.
Healing back pain caused by lifting and carrying a baby.
Preventive measure or recovery after the VRIs, flue, and even coronavirus.
Relieving stress, depression, and insomnia.
Rejuvenation at any age and health conditions.
Fun times for all generations while exercising together.

For dancers, athletes, mountain climbers, yogis, and mediators

Quick and gentle stretching, improving flexibility.
Preparation for lotus pose, and splits.
In depth work with energy channels.
Activation of energy channels (chakras) through releasing blocks and strains in particular areas.
Establishing a meditative connection with one’s body, discovering parapsychic abilities.
Valuable, beneficial tool for fitness instructors, yoga teachers, masseurs, manual therapists, and health practitioners.

AQUA STRETCHING

Gentle yet thorough body workout

Aqua stretching session is included in our Complex program package. We offer our clients the opportunity to try the supervised rope exercises in the pool. Aqua gravity practices are irreplaceable when treating compensatory deformities as these exercise target all the posture issues simultaneously.

Regardless the number of hernias or deformities – all you need is just one restorative course. Aqua gravity is so powerful we decided to dedicate a whole page for that practice.

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ADVANTAGES

of Gravity stretching:

Relax

All exercises are performed during relaxation instead of tension. Gravity does most of the work taking the load off the muscles. When the body is suspended, compression stops pressing and destroying the muscle tissue.

Systematics

Method developed by Andrey Molodtsov consists of six levels building up from the easiest to the most advanced one. It lets you choose the most appropriate one altering it to your specific physical condition.

Accessibility

This practice is accessible for anyone regardless of age, health conditions or other indications due to its systemic approach.
We have it all – from the Family course to the Advanced practices.

Problem solving

Exercises kick off the processes of rejuvenation and self-healing in our bodies. For more information about the practices developed for specific health issues, please visit the section of Gravity therapy.

How gravity works?

Simply put - gravity is the invisible force that pulls us creating the compression. As we age, it might lead to numerous destructive processes and painful sensations. When we put ourselves in suspended position, the gravity naturally heals the body by stretching it while being in reversed condition.

While standing, sitting, or walking:

Back pain

Spine deformities, disc protrusions and hernias may occur. Our intervertebral discs bulge and become distorted, pressing against the surrounding nerves. Vertebras and joints are rubbing against each other under the pressure of body weight causing extrusion. Degenerative changes may result in extra pressure in pelvic area and overall deformities of different severity level.

Respiratory and digestive issues

As we age, muscles loosen and we can experience the so called “dropping” of internal organs, causing the lower belly to bulge.
Gravity also worsens the existing infections in our respiratory organs resulting in bronchitis and similar inflammations.
Rounded upper back tightens our chest muscles affecting respiratory and cardiac functions.

Blood circulatory and lymphatic system

All fluids in our body are also pulled down by the force of gravity causing lymphatic blockages, fluctuating blood pressure, varicose, facial swelling, swollen legs, saggy skin etc.

Benefits of Gravity practices:

Good posture

Our body becomes free from experiencing any compression. The spine gets straightened and stretched.
The space between the vertebras increases, letting the fluid refill the joints restoring amortisation function of the intervertebral disks. Tension in the spine and joins releases, improving the overall mobility and rejuvenation.

Internal organs

As the backbone stretches out of the pelvic area, it liberates extra space for the internal organs, hence improving their functionality and tightening the belly.

Opening the chest area enhances deeper inhale and exhale, improves cardio performance, drains our lungs and bronchi from mucus. .

Rejuvenation

The backflow of blood and lymphatic cleanses and activates the entire system. The skin tightens, swollen areas dissolve. Rejuvenation processes within the whole body and the face are activated.

Essence

of Gravity stretching

As we let the body hanging down without an extra support, the tension releases and our body stretches.

Zero compression allows to open the space between the joints and increases the intervertebral space, releasing the blockages and strains. Performing twisting exercises, we help the liquids fill back the spaces between the joints. We call it lubrication process, and it also activates and improves the blood flow.

By stretching the entire body, we activate the fascia, which initiates a holistic process of self-healing for the entire body. During the exercises, we use the force of gravity from different angles, addressing different areas of the body.

In my method, I focus on the healthy part of the body rather than on the problem areas. I believe the healthy part will help to heal whatever needs to be healed. We do not cure illnesses, instead we try to expand and fuel our possibilities, that is, health.

MAKING GRAVITY SERVE US WELL!

6 levels: from easy to the advanced one

Complex effect on the entire body:
muscles, ligaments, fascia, bones and joints, internal organs, respiratory system, circulatory, lymphatic, and nervous systems

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About the author

Andriy Molodtsov

Born in 1958, in Zaporozhye, Ukraine.
State champion, participant of numerous mountaineering and rock-climbing competitions, instructor, and professional rescuer. 40+ years of coaching, health, and spiritual practices.
In 2014, while recovering from sport injuries, Andrey created his own healing method “Rope Yoga” or “Gravity Stretching”. Moved to the island of Bali in 2015 and has been living and working there ever since. Andrey has grown a huge circle of students, thousands of grateful practitioners from all over the world.
Happily married. Four grown- up kids, two grandkids.

Testimonials. What others have to say?

Maurine

Philippines,
Basic course

I am truly grateful to Andrey for my experience with the Rope yoga practice. It’s so great! Before I tried it, I used to think of myself as not flexible, quite constrained and easily intimidated. Couple month into my training, my body has changed completely. I mean, everything has changed: my hips, my arms, my overall bodily sensations…. My whole life has changed. I mean it!
Thank you so much! It’s worth saying I did not just meat a teacher, I met the whole family with deep rooted values of friendship and that is so healing as well. I am very, very happy!

Martin

Poland,
Gravity therapy

I have had spine issues for 10 years in my life. Numerous hernias were diagnosed on my spine. I turned for help and had quite a few physiotherapy sessions, signed up for appointments with health professors in the field. I was considering the surgical intervention but decided to give myself a try before that. This is when I met Andrey. His de-compression method and innovative ideas have given me the healing I could not even dream of. Even if not being completely cured, I experience way less pain and I can walk on my own. This only took 2-3 weeks of practice while Andrey was in Poland.
Before that, I every step I made caused be a lot of pain, I could not walk the stairs. Now I am so much better. All I can say to sum it up – Bravo, Andrey!

Dmitriy and Zhanna

Canada/Ukraine/RSA,
Teacher training course

I can finally say the words “my back does not hurt”. I was not able to say that since 2014. And that is thanks to the beloved ropes and Andrey’s Gravity practices. Do you need advice?
Me and my wife Zhanna both took a Teacher training course with Andrey Molodtsov. Throughout the duration of the course, we learned so much about the functionality aspects of the human body, he shared experience about the work with clients and gave tips to ensure the client always leaves happy. We are so pleased to have been able to open our own small studio where we can continue to share the knowledge and work with other people. Our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/rope

Yulia

Russia/Bali,
Birth trauma relief, Teacher training course

I woke up at 4 am today and could not wait to come and see Andrey to share my experience. Gravity practices have become my favourite method of exercises for the past few years mainly because it gave me a whole new meaningful look on myself and the depth of my body. Yesterday evening I did the exercises for the left leg. Later that night in my dream I felt how my leg is straightening and my muscles, joints and ligaments are healing. I saw the pain and suffering of all my female lineage. My great great grandmothers, my aunts, my sisters – all their suffering. As I released the tension and stretched, I let the pain go. Not just my pain, but the pain of all the women ahead of me. And it felt so good. So blissful.

Mikhail

Moscow/Bali
Basic course, online/offline

I came to Bali last year and was introduced to Andrey and his ropes. It was just meant to be. Now I feel amazing. Before it was on rare occasion, now I can say this feeling prevails. I mean truly feel good, good from the inside. This transition happened thanks to the rope practices. When there are any tensions and blocks in our bodies, it becomes way harder to switch to this state of happiness and continuous well-being. This is why I am so grateful for Gravity practices and moreover to Andrey, who not just developed the method, but mastered the skill to transfer his passion, his wisdom to every student.

Irina

Kazakhstan,
Teacher training course

As most people, I guess I was one of those who always wanted to find a sport to be passionate about, to show up at each session feeling joy rather than obligation.
My search brought me here. I wanted to practice every day! I had to be told to slow down, to take a day off in between sessions. So much time has passed, and my passion has not gone anywhere, I still want to get on the ropes every day. My body has never been so grateful for the amazing feeling and keeps demanding for the next workout. This is so amazing!
When I came to Bali, I knew I wanted to do the Teacher training course with the author of the method Andrey Molodtsov. Now I have my own studio in Kazakhstan.

*Remember to switch on English subtitles

Gravity stretching Courses

You can master the Gravity stretching on your own using our video tutorials.
If necessary, sign up for an individual session with Andrey.
We recommend everyone start with the "Basic Course" to guarantee the best level of safety, efficiency, and joy from the practices.
* All videos in the courses are in Russian with English subtitles.

Basic course

Start your rope journey by mastering the Basic course of Gravity stretching! It is suitable for everyone. No doubt, it will satisfy the expectations of the beginner as well as of the advanced yogi.

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Advanced course

If you have accomplished the Basic course, you might look further to deepen your knowledge and take the Advanced one. Demanding course for demanding and skilful practitioners. For high accomplishments and deep contemplations.

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Gravity therapy

What if you experience any health issues? Looking forward to restoring the functionality? Want to help yourself and your loved ones?
Gravity therapy is beneficial for personal practice and as a tool for health professionals.

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Family course

Gravity stretching are amazing way to introduce healthy habits and to unify all family members. I will be telling about the specifics of working with kids, elderly people and expecting mothers in this course.

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Teacher training course

If you If you already managed to fall for Gravity stretching and you want to share the knowledge with others, Teacher training course is designed especially for you.
Regardless the age and your geographical location.

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Individual sessions

Receiving the knowledge directly from the Master is an incomparable opportunity and a great value. You do not have to come to Bali to sign up for the Individual session, We can lead the session online.

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Inverted postures. Level 5

Inverted postures are extremely beneficial and highly valued in most yoga practices. Nevertheless, headstand as one of the inverted postures requires a certain experience and mastery because it deals with a huge pressure on your cervical part of the spine. Gravity practices provides an opportunity to exercise inverted postures without any compression.

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Equipement

You will need a set of equipment for a successful self practice at home or in your studio.

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Gift certificate

Award your friends or loved ones with an unforgettable experience of Gravity practices by purchasing a gift certificate.

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Special offers!

If you buy the equipment in our Online store,
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«Basic course» exercises FOR FREE!

Buy our "Teacher training course" and get the «Basic course», «Advanced course» and «Gravity therapy» course
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Interesting facts

8 ADDITIONAL ARGUMENTS IN FAVOR OF GRAVITY STRETCHING

Our ancestors

The great apes are known for swinging from one hold to another between branches using their arms. Monkeys, for example, cannot do that. This ability is known as brachiation. Long arms might be one of the evolutionary conditions for a human to stand up right.

Back pain

Did you know that first back issues occur as early as the age of six, just after a child starts the school? Nowadays, with rising issues of cell phone and tablet use, back issues might start even earlier.

Gravity practices can be regarded as a great preventive measure for any posture issues among from an early age. Kids love to swing on our ropes. While playing and having fun on the gravity ropes, they get the inevitable health benefits. We offer classes for kids starting at the age of three. Feel free to watch the video of a three-year-old girl during her Gravity practices session.

Fascia

Fascia is a unique connecting tissue that surrounds and holds every organ. It’s what we are all used to see while prepping the meat – the white fibber we remove before cooking. Without that we would be a loose sac of bones and biomass. Gravity practices address and affect this specific tissue, which by the way performs as a united nervous system for all body.

Pregnancy and childbirth

Gravity practices are useful for expecting mothers and help during the post-partum recovery. These exercises take the pressure off the spine, joints, releasing the tension caused by the gained weight, help with hip opening and healing the reproductive organs. These exercises are of a great value for those adults who know what it means to carry and lift a beloved child.

Fighting COVID-19

Inverted postures help draining our lungs, bronchi, reducing the mucus and protecting the respiratory system from infections. These exercises can bring huge value treating and especially recovering after complications from flu, VRI, pneumonias, asthma, allergies and even the corona virus.

Breathing technique

Conscious and precise breathing is a key to ensure the effectiveness of the exercises. We use the breathing technique from Yantra yoga, a Tibetan yoga of movement which implies a deep inhale every time we open and a deep exhale every time there is a contraction or bend.

Inverted postures

I am guessing you know that the average weight of a human head is 5-7 kg? This is exact weight our neck is ready to take on. Therefore, a headstand can be very beneficial for an experienced practitioner, but can be very damaging for a rookie one, because the pressure it puts on our cervical vertebras is 10 times more than while standing (50-70kg). Nevertheless, inversions are so important, almost all yoga practices include them in the sequence. Gravity practices give you a chance to experience inverted postures with zero compression. Enjoy!

Ancient roots

There is evidence showing that our ancestors used gravity practices prepping for military actions as well as for transcendental experiences. Slavic magi, Chinese Taoists, Tibetan monks – they all had this knowledge. Kharaternik Cossacks mastered the art of levitation and used it during the battles, turning away from bullets and flying in dumplings into their mouths from the plate for their own amusement. Gravity practices were introduced back to us by a master of martial arts, Vladimir Falko.

Supernatural powers

Allegedly, mastering the art of gravity practices might lead to resurrection of supernatural powers. We are being reminded that we used to know how to fly. Step by step this leads us to the skill of levitation.