Mon-Fri, 7am-9pm, by appointment only; Sat, 8am-6pm, by appointment only; Sun, closed
Nearby Subway Stops
B, D, F, N, Q, R, V, W at 34th St.-Herald Sq.; 1, 2, 3 at 34th St.-Penn Station
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Cash Only
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Pilates fans will find a new perspective at Backbone and Wingspan, which takes its whimsical name from founder Tim Driscoll’s wellness philosophy: Straighten the backbone for stability, posture, and confidence; tap into the muscles of the lower back for toning and energy flow. Driscoll promotes this approach to body resistance bending—which incorporates dynamic movement and Pilates—at an immaculate loft where he and three other teachers work with clients on two trapeze tables, two reformers, and a Gyrotonic machine. A semi-private area is reserved for CranioSacral therapy (a lighter-touch method of correction), but most clients favor a more intensive way to ease tension, keep fit, and, in some cases, relieve pain. The Feldenkrais Method (a technique based on learning to move through body signals), pre- and postnatal Pilates, and stretching and strengthening mat classes are also offered. — Chrissy Persico
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Sessions are available individually and in packages; purchase five sessions, and the sixth is free, with prices declining as the number of sessions increases.
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Prior to sugery I had a craniosacral therapy session with practiitioner Gabriel Bobek at B&W, an airy, open space filled with machines and colorful therapy implements that made it look like a playground for adults. Gabriel escorted me to a private, curttained-off area where I immediately felt relaxed.
Craniosacral therapy, as performed by Gabriel, is a non-invasive, yet deep form of therapy that continues to unfold after a single session. He explainied what he was doing, as he gently positioned his hands or arms under various areas of my body. I felt trusting of Gabriel's every move and experienced a calmness and awareness of my body that I had not felt in a long time. Troubling throughts of the surgery melted from my mind and I was able to focus on a strong feeling that all would be okay.
I left Backbone & Wingspan feeling healed, and continued, as Gabriel suggested I would, to experience a well-being and calmness that aided me in getting through the surgery. The surgery was a success, as was my therapy with Gabriel. He has clearly found his calling and it is evident in his ever move.
Working with Tim, I gained a deeper understanding of my own body and its role in the universe, so to speak. The principles that Tim shared with me have helped me stand taller, walk lighter and feel stronger than I ever have before. Tim's use of imagary helps you to understand the underlying principles of movement and it helps you connect the visual with the sensory in your session. He is an excellent teacher!