On a mental level the Technique teaches you
to see that you have choices about how you live your everyday
life on all levels. You can learn to cast off old, effortful
habits and make way for easefulness instead.
On a physical level it encourages lengthening of the spine,
ease of breathing, greater lightness in bodily movement, and
altogether more health and happiness.
For those who do not already know the Technique I offer an
introductory session to help you decide if you want to continue.
In the course of on-going lessons you will amongst other things:
- learn how to use minimum effort to maximum effect in
your daily life
- begin to discover your everyday habits of how you use
yourself (how you sit, stand, walk, talk, breathe, react
to stress ...)
- experiment with applying the principles of the Technique
to your everyday life to achieve greater ease
- experience constructive resting and centred standing
and sitting
- learn how to use your back effectively in daily life
In every lesson there is time for reflection and discussion.
Developed by the Australian actor Frederick Matthias Alexander
about 100 years ago, the Alexander Technique has long had an
established place in performing arts training and complementary
medicine.
The Technique has helped millions of people to overcome back,
neck and joint pain, breathing and vocal problems, problems
related to poor posture, as well as anxiety and stress-related
conditions. (Benefits)
It is taught through a mixture of gentle hands-on guidance
and verbal coaching. No previous experience is necessary. Everyone
can benefit from the Technique, irrespective of age and state
of health.
In my teaching I combine everyday applications of the Technique
with opportunities for self-exploration. And I also value humour
in the process!
I invite you to ask questions, be curious about yourself and
notice your own process of change. A diary can be very helpful
here.
You can of course stop lessons any time you wish. And of course
you can always come back again with any questions, discoveries
and concerns. How far you take it is entirely up to you.
In common with most Alexander teachers, I usually work on
a one-to-one basis. This means I can give you my undivided
attention and focus on your particular concerns. However, I
do also run workshops for small groups. These are particularly
useful as an introduction to the Technique.
Lessons last about 45 minutes. I recommend a frequency of
about once a week. Even after only a few lessons you will notice
the benefits. A course of 20-30 lessons is usually sufficient
for most people to learn the basics of the Alexander Technique
and to apply them to their everyday lives.
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