Testimonials

What Clients Say

She is a healer through and through and generously shares her skills with her clients teaching them how to listen and learn from their bodies.

I was in a very bad car accident 30 years ago and over the years my body has gotten weaker and patterns of chronic pain have been setting in over the last 10 years. The trajectory did not look good for me, I am a landscaper and use my body a lot for work. I knew that if I didn’t do something to improve my strength and flexibility soon I was going to end up unemployed. I found out about Gyrotonics from a friend who had had wonderful results so I came to my first session with Sienna hopeful and curious. I hadn’t expected my actual reaction. I could tell right away that this work was exactly what I needed, what I didn’t expect was the levels of awareness, knowledge and intuition Siena possesses and practices. She is a healer through and through and generously shares her skills with her clients teaching them how to listen and learn from their bodies. I would recommend working with her to anyone, and I look forward to every future session I will have with her!

Louisa E., Landscaper

Siena is truly a healer.

Siena is truly a healer.  Her guidance is informed by knowledge, experience and caring.  Siena is able to customize and tailor the Gyrokenisis/Gyrotonic program to the needs of your body.  As a result, it is impossible not to feel better after working with Siena.  I have worked with several instructors over the years, but I believe that Siena is truly gifted and among the best!

Ellen Z., Master Gardener

I think flexibility and strengthening the smaller muscles that support the big muscles can benefit EVERYONE.

I enjoyed Gyrotonic for a number of years in San Francisco.  When I relocated to Sonoma County, I was searching for a new instructor.  By then, I developed an autoimmune, arthritic condition that attacked my joints throughout my body.  Thank goodness, I found Siena — owner of Spiral Expansion !!!  She is a God-send.  Siena was able to build upon my past experience with the Gyrotonic exercise and help me learn accept my “new normal”.  At first, I had to regain my flexibility with smaller movements.  Once I was able to do that, we built up my stamina and strength.  You don’t have to be injured or sick to benefit from Gyrotonic.  I think flexibility and strengthening the smaller muscles that support the big muscles can benefit EVERYONE.  Siena is  patient and clear with her instruction.  She even helped locate a Gyrotonic Tower for me to purchase, so that I could practice at home.  THANK YOU–Siena!!!

Martita M., Engineer

Siena’s weekly sessions gave me hope and made me feel like a dancer again.

Siena was a life saver for me at a time when I was very discouraged about ever having a working body again.  I was a professional dancer many years ago and the remaining injuries that continued to plague me made me feel like exercise would never come back into my life.  Siena’s weekly sessions gave me hope and made me feel like a dancer again.  And when it became apparent that hip surgery was in order, she helped me prepare physically for it; and is helping me tremendously in my recovery.  Her patient, present, loving way of working and her deep caring for each individual client is really apparent and I treasure it.  I look forward to working with her for a long time to come, past the rehab and into dancing again.  I am so lucky to have discovered her!

Erica S., Dancer

And there is no way to repay her for the gift of life she has given to me!

“I was in a severe car accident about 3 years ago, that took a great toll on my body. Before I met Siena, I thought my body was doomed to pain for the rest of my life. I have been doing Pilates and Gyrokinesis with Siena for about 3 months. She is definitely a godsend! There aren’t enough words to say how much this woman has done for my recovery. She is retraining my posture, walk, mobility and strength. It has been and continues to be a pleasure to know her. And there is no way to repay her for the gift of life she has given to me! Thank you so much Siena!

Lacey G., Student

“Gyrokinesis and teacher Siena McCarthy have greatly improved my health and quality of life.”

“Gyrokinesis and teacher Siena McCarthy have greatly improved my health and quality of life.   Before I discovered them, my back muscles were very tight, my range of motion severely limited and I had constant pain.  Under Siena’s expert and caring direction, the low impact principles of Gyrokinesis have loosened me up, increased my motion and decreased my pain.  I highly recommend Siena and Gyrokenesis for anyone with problems similar to mine.”

Jerry B., Teacher

“I’ve been a movement instructor for many years and Siena’s way of teaching Gyrotonic movement has gotten me to slow down and enjoy moving again in a way I never thought possible.”

Ava M., Pilates Teacher

“At 68….I now have moments where I even feel graceful.”

“I was 68 years old, with a broken arm and leg from a horse riding accident, when I first came to Siena. Physical therapy had me off crutches, up and moving, but I felt awkward, slow, insecure on my feet and hesitant to use my arm. She worked with me individually and in a group, with a focus on healing and reeducating, always mindful of my goals. I soon became more confident in my ability to move, returning to comfortably climbing stairs at work and using my arm without thinking about it. I now have moments where I even feel graceful. I am so grateful to Siena and Gyrokenesis!”

Sheila D., Clinical Psychologist

“I couldn’t believe how fast I recovered my strength and flexibility!”

“Siena McCarthy brought me back to life as far as I’m concerned!! For many years I had severe bilateral tendonitis, as well as upper back and neck strain. Unfortunately, every time I made an attempt to work out, my elbow, neck and back pain would return. So, I decided to give Siena a call and ask her advice, and that’s when she told me about Gyrotonic exercise. I couldn’t believe how fast I recovered my strength and flexibility! With Siena’s incredible guidance and extensive knowledge on how to use this unique equipment, I was able to work out again. Gyrotonic exercise is truly amazing and it also enhanced my balance and mobility in all of my joints. I was finally able to work my arms and upper body freely without pain. In addition, Siena also helped me to become more aware of my breathing and posture while working out. I highly recommend Siena and Gyrotonic movement to anyone who wants to regain flexibility, balance and muscle strength. Whether recovering from an injury or just wanting to get into great shape, Gyrotonic exercise works!”

Leigh P.,  Company Owner