Jonathan Horan
Who is Jonathan Horan?
Jonathan Horan is Gabrielle Roth’s son and closest collaborator who has become the primary steward of the 5Rhythms practice since his mother’s passing. Born and raised between the natural landscapes of Big Sur and the urban environment of New York City, Jonathan has been immersed in the 5Rhythms practice throughout his life.
A Life shaped by 5Rhythms
Jonathan began his journey with 5Rhythms at a very young age, attending his first seven-day workshop when he was just seven years old, and by his own account, was “all in” from that point forward. At age nine, he participated in another significant workshop during a difficult family time when his grandfather was dying. By seventeen, he had fully committed to the practice and went on to attend almost every workshop his mother taught over a twenty-five year period.
From Student to StewardFrom Student toSteward
Currently, Jonathan serves as the Executive Director of 5Rhythms Global, Gabrielle Roth’s international institute. Following his mother’s death on October 22, 2012, he has embraced the role she designated for him in her final book “Connections,” where she dedicated the work to him as “The Keeper of the Flame”.
“I am not the CEO, I am the Chief Bear.”
Journey & Legacy
Age 7 - First Workshop
Attending his first seven-day workshop when he was just seven years old, and by his own account, was “all in” from that point forward.
Age 9 - Dancing through Loss
Participated in another significant workshop during a difficult family time when his grandfather was dying.
Age 17 - Full Commitment
Jonathan had fully committed to the practice and went on to attend almost every workshop his mother taught over a twenty-five year period.
Today - Teacher & Director
Serving as the Executive Director of 5Rhythms Global, Gabrielle Roth’s international institute.
Teaching the World
As a teacher, Jonathan is a member of the core faculty for both training and advanced work in the 5Rhythms practice. He leads workshops of all levels around the world and has taught at various educational institutions including Vassar College, Naropa Institute, Esalen, Omega, and Kripalu. His weekly “High Vibrations” class in New York City has received recognition in publications such as New York Magazine, Breathe, and the Daily News, and was named the “hottest movement class in New York” by the Village Voice.
Beyond the Dance, Into the
Legacy
Jonathan’s relationship with his mother was multifaceted, encompassing mother-son dynamics, teacher-student interactions, and a deep friendship. He has dedicated himself to preserving and evolving his mother’s legacy, ensuring that the core teachings of the 5Rhythms practice continue to thrive and transform lives around the world.
Beyond his work with 5Rhythms, Jonathan is also a professional actor who has performed in productions such as “Savage Love” by Sam Shepard and Joseph Chaikin at the Culture Project in New York City and Hip Pocket Theater in Dallas, Texas. He is a founding member of the American Ritual Theatre Lab, where he integrates the 5Rhythms into physical theatre.