You've probably guessed from the studio's name that we'll be stretching your body here. But why Gravity?
Because we'll be using gravity. This is a practice for the lazy. No need to strain or exert effort. Simply relax, and Gravity will do the rest.

In everyday life, we notice that gravity presses down on us. The spine curves, discs and joints wear down, nerves become pinched. We experience back and joint pain. Almost every human being is familiar with this. And it began long ago, when we stood up and assumed an upright position.
Gravity Stretching allows us to harness the powerful force of gravity for healing.
In a hanging or semi-hanging position, gravity no longer presses, but pulls us. The intervertebral and intra-articular spaces expand, pinched joints are released, and pain disappears.
When we perform hanging twists, it acts like a pump, drawing fluid into the joints, lubricating and revitalizing them.
When we return to an upright position after class, all the "shock absorbers" are filled and renewed.
This maintenance occurs simultaneously in all the vertebrae and joints of the body. We receive a holistic restoration.

Gravity Stretching was created by Andrey Molodtsov from Ukraine. A former high-class mountain climber, he suffered numerous injuries from his competitive career. He began self-rehabilitation and gradually developed the Gravity Stretching wellness system.
Gravity Stretching is based on ideas from ancient Ukrainian martial arts and Tibetan Yantra Yoga.
He has been practicing for over 12 years now, and lives in Ubud. He is our direct teacher. He is 68 years old, healthy, visits volcanoes, and still doesn't wear glasses.

1. Relaxation. Usually, in sports, in life, in our careers, we do everything through effort and tension. In GRAVITY stretching, all exercises are done WITH RELAXATION. The more relaxed the body is, the deeper the work and release of blockages.
2. Breathing. Or rather, the coordination of breath and movement – ​​a principle taken from Tibetan Yantra Yoga. When we open up, inhale; when we contract, exhale. When we relax, inhale; when we tense, exhale. It's very easy to remember: inhale relaxation, exhale stress – we don't need it, right?
Tibetan medicine claims that if you practice this breathing in your life, you will add 20 years to your longevity. This is our gift to you :)
3. Don't tolerate pain. If you feel pain during the exercise, don't try to be a hero; don't endure it; don't continue through the pain. Stop and try to relax, exhaling through the problem area. If the pain persists, return to a comfortable position. Rest and relax. And try again, a little further. This "millimeter technique" helps heal many ailments.

All exercises should be repeated three times.
The first time, your mind and body are in shock; it's a new exercise, what should you do?
The second repetition – you've more or less mastered the exercise.
The third repetition – you can finally relax!
You can add 1-2 more repetitions if you wish to deeply experience the body and explore the exercise, slowly, millimeter by millimeter.

When practicing independently or individually, you should always start with the best side. Where there are no injuries, functionality is better. The right side is for right-handed people, the left side is for left-handed people. This ensures the most positive quality of the exercise, without stress, pain, or strain. And then, when you repeat the exercises on the problem side, it's less of a psychological stress and the body is well-warmed.
In group classes, everyone starts on the right foot. This makes it easier for the trainer.

Beginners rotate first to the open side (toward the leg that's on the floor); this is an easier approach.
Towards the opposite side, first throw the free leg over the hanging leg and rotate from the hip.
For advanced users, you can start from either side.

The height of the sling depends on the person's height and body condition (flexibility, stretching, etc.).
For tall and flexible people, hang it higher; for short people and those with limited mobility, hang it lower.
With experience, you'll easily recognize this.

Gravity Stretching is structured systematically, from simple to more complex. Therefore, no additional warm-up is necessary before class. Warm-up occurs naturally as you perform the exercises.