We’re happily sharing the news about an upcoming GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® International Summit in Xiamen, China May 15-17, 2026 Organized by TT Pilates in Xiamen. This summit is open to licensed Gyrotonic and Gyrokinesis Trainers, students and clients. The Summit will features classes led by 17 globally recognized Master Trainers, roundtable dialogues, a green lifestyle market and much more.
Read below for an invitation from Master Trainer Ting (Iris) Zhang (TT Pilates), see the schedule of events and read more about the summit and visa requirements.
An Invitation to Join us in Xiamen
In 2026, we are launching a Gyrotonic gathering in the beautiful Chinese city of Xiamen, inviting enthusiasts from around the world to join us. We have 17 Gyrotonic Teacher Trainers from across the globe, over 60 diverse themed classes on both equipment and mat work, as well as group practices by the beautiful seaside.
There will be seminars on different topics:
- Topic 1: The story and history of Gyrotonic — how we arrived here.
- Topic 2: The application and development of Gyrotonic — where we are going in dance, rehabilitation, sports, mind-body practices and more.
There’ll be an evening gathering to connect with fellow enthusisasts from around the world. In 2026, under the theme ‘Go Deeper, Rise Beyond!” we will embark on an extraordinary journey. If you’d like to join us, please contact Sunny at ttpilatesxiamen@163.com
Visa Requirements
📌 Visitors from most countries (including the USA and UK) are required to procure a tourist visa from their country’s Chinese consulate prior to entering China. Each country has their own Visa application process. Visa applications should be submitted a month or more before travel to ensure your visa is granted in time for travel. Please refer to the Chinese consulate in your country for details about Visa requirements and application process for citizens from your country.
📌 Some European citizens are eligible to enter China visa free for up to 15 days (France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Malaysia, Switzerland, Ireland, Hungary, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg). Please check with your country’s Chinese consulate for details.
📌 Many tourist visa applications require submission of an invitation from a Chinese Host. Please contact Sunny at ttpilatesxiamen@163.com to request an invitation.
📌 Residents of some countries, including the USA, may be eligible for a 10 day transit visa. If you meet qualifications for this visa, you will have the option to receive a visa upon arrival at the airport in Xiamen. According to China’s transit visa policies, travelers with a round-trip ticket (departing from and returning to the same country) do not qualify for the transit visa. To be eligible, the traveler must be traveling from one country to a different country via China; for example: Chicago → Xiamen → Tokyo. Please refer to a Chinese consulate in your country for details about the transit visa option.
Registration Process for International Attendees
- Application: Please send an email to T.T. Pilates at ttpilatesxiamen@163.com with the subject line ‘Registration for May Gyrotonic Conference.
- Follow-up Coordination: Sunny will reach out to you to collect your personal information and provide:
- Conference agenda
- Partner hotel room package options
- Equipment discount options (if applicable)
- Completion of Registration: Once you confirm your details, Sunny will assist you in completing the reservation in the conference course system.
- Payment (For International Attendees): If you are unable to pay in RMB, you may pay in USD cash on-site at the conference.
- Fee details:
- Conference Pass: $570 USD
- Partner Hotel Room: $88 USD per night (includes twin beds and breakfast for two)
- Fee details:
- Visa Assistance:
You may contact Sunny ttpilatesxiamen@163.com for a basic summary of Visa options, but for the most detailed, up to date visa information, please contact your local Chinese consulate. You can locate the correct Chinese consulate for your location by conducting an internet search for Chinese consulates in your home country.
If you require an invitation letter from the conference for visa purposes, please provide the necessary information below to Sunny at ttpilatesxiamen@163.com. Please note, the visa application process for minors is the same as for adults.
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- Full name (as per passport)
- Gender & date of birth
- Passport number & nationality
- Purpose of visit (tourism/business), intended entry date, duration of stay, and number of entries (single/multiple)
