Dixon Mena

Certified GYROTONIC® Instructor

Dixon studied the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® in New York and remains focused on developing and polishing his approach to teaching.  Since moving to Austin, Dixon received his Certification on the GYROTONIC® Jump Stretch Board and Archway Specialized Equipment.  To broaden his education, he is currently enrolled in the Pilates Teacher Training offered at CORE. He has a client-centered philosophy in which he assesses the goals and capabilities of each client and then designs a series of sessions specifically for that person. Dixon has been a professional dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer for twenty years and has worked internationally for over a decade.  Additionally, he holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, brown belts in both Japanese Jujitsu and Kung Fu, and holds a blue belt in Hapkido.  Dixon enjoys exploring movement through a variety of disciplines and is able to draw on his experiences to help clients develop better physical awareness, alignment and strength.