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Universal Principles of Movement Studio







Cathy Ferrara
Cathy Ferrara brings a special energetic approach to her work with a unique hands-on style of teaching having apprenticed in the healing arts for many years.
In a session with Cathy, you’ll emphasize multiple joint movements in their full and natural three-dimensional range, stabilizing ligaments and muscles to create a balanced support system for the skeleton.
-HealthyLivingNYC


A hands-on style of teaching with a special energetic approach.
She has been teaching Pilates in New York City for over ten years and is also certified in
GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® methodologies. She comes from a background in dance; her studies include Anatomy & Kinesiology with Irene Dowd, The Alexander Technique, The Feldenkrais Method and Martha Yoshida’s Dynamic Band Technique.

Working with the feet has a
grounding effect for the whole body
“There is always a chance to go deeper into the exploration and awareness of one’s own body.  It is exciting for me as a teacher to be a witness to this process and to help empower people with the initiative to go beyond their own limitations.” - Cathy
About the Instruction:

Cathy Ferrara works one-on-one
in hour-long sessions geared to
the individual needs of the client.
She assists them in their own progression using universal principles of movement. Guided imagery and hands-on instruction includes mat, physio ball and dynaband work as well as Pilates and GYROTONIC® equipment. By encouraging the client to breathe through the movement, they can relax and enjoy their workout while still focusing on both body and mind.
Guiding the client through leg circles which tone both inner and outer thighs.
“I feel it is interesting, fun and a challenge for me as a teacher and the client as a participant, to have an ongoing dialogue where we
find ways to meet the goals of both body and mind through the interweaving of Pilates and GYROTONIC® exercises.” - Cathy
“Working with Cathy reawakens my body-mind to its natural state of integration. During and after lessons, I feel a vital flow of energy.”
 ~ Phyllis Bloom, Acupuncturist
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