Originally from Willemstad, Curaçao, Yukie began her dance training at The National Ballet Academy in Amsterdam. She moved to New York City to continue her dance training at The Martha Graham School of Contemporary Dance. Later she joined The Ailey School as a student in the Certificate Program.
“Move without any restriction and get to know your own body better.“
Yukie has danced with Awaken Dance Theater and Von Howard Project in New York City and danced with Amala Dianor Compagnie in France. Now she started her own dance company Yess Movement in Holland and enjoys making fun performances. Yukie is a certified GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® trainer.
What inspired you to become a GYROTONIC teacher?
Because of my scoliosis and the pain and limitations it gives me, I started with the GYROTONIC® method. This helped me so much to relieve the discomfort and understand my body better. That’s why I wanted to help other people through this amazing method.
How do you modify exercises for clients with injuries or limitations?
Our session is private and we take all the time for you to feel comfortable and pain free. There are no other distractions, and we use props, space and time to make sure your injury or limitation is taken care of in a gentle way.
