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Transform Your Body Through Mind-Body Connection
"I wanted to establish an environment that would be truly conducive to physical transformation."
— Karyn Shipley, Founder
Transforming your body can be challenging, and for many, changing body image is even harder. Gymwithin is committed to guiding clients through this mindset change. Seeing visible results through personal Pilates training helps make transformation feel possible and achievable.
Our Approach
- Customized training tailored to your personal goals
- Integrated expertise in dance, athletics, massage, psychology, and yoga
- Support for goals such as marathon training, injury recovery, postpartum conditioning, weight loss, general health, special events, or aesthetic goals
- One-on-one guidance for safe, effective, and lasting results
- Inspirational workouts and personal tutelage
Meet Our Founder and Master Teacher
Karyn Shipley
Karyn Shipley believes every individual can personally transform their body. This belief drives her instruction and personal practice.
Background & Experience
- Former dancer, Radio City Rockette, performer, and massage therapist
- Began dance training at age 23 and transformed her body using Pilates and GYROTONIC®
- Seven-year career as a Rockette in the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and Broadway show Sinatra: His Voice. His World. His Way.
- Extensive knowledge of body mechanics applied in Pilates and GYROTONIC® instruction
- Committed to physical empowerment through detailed instruction and positive feedback
Teaching Philosophy
- Focuses on Individual Transformation
- Encourages Students to Recognize Their Progress
- Guides Clients to Achieve Moves and Positions Once Thought Impossible
Release the Flow With GYROTONIC®
"Ease of movement is our birthright."
— Karyn Shipley
Benefits of GYROTONIC®
- Three-Dimensional Physical Training That Opens Joints and Lengthens the Body
- Uses Arching, Contracting, and Spiraling Movements on Specialized Machines
- Builds Strength, Control, and Range of Motion
- Unblocks Stagnant Energy and Improves Body Awareness
- Fluid, Flowing Movements That Mimic Natural Everyday Motion
Massage Therapy
- Licensed New York massage therapist since 1993
- Graduate of the Swedish Institute, College of Health Sciences, Class of 1993
- Table and chair massage available
- By appointment only