Alexander Technique

Who does it help?

Those with:

• back, neck and shoulder pain
• osteoarthritis and joint problems
• ehabilitation after surgery or injury
• asthma and breathing difficulties
• anxiety
• depression
• repetitive strain injury (RSI)
• managing pregnancy
• vocal problems
• headaches
• insomnia

It can also help those looking to improve performance, such as:

• athletes and sports people
• actors and performers and musicians

What is it?

The Alexander Technique is a practical method of self-help through which we can learn to become aware of, and avoid, harmful responses to the stress of daily life; these responses manifest themselves most noticeably in habits of undue strain, tension and agitation.

How does it work?

The Alexander Technique teaches that use affects functioning. If we misuse ourselves by, for example, acting rashly without thought, stiffening our neck muscles, disturbing the natural balance of the head, hunching our shoulders, holding our breath, collapsing, or holding ourselves in a straitjacket of tension, then our general functioning and well-being will inevitably deteriorate.

By learning how to prevent or unlearn these harmful patterns of misuse, we can restore the natural poise most of us enjoyed as young children; other common benefits include improved breathing, co-ordination and clarity of thought, and the ability to go about our daily activities feeling calmer, with less of a sense of strain and effort.

How is it taught?

The Alexander Technique is taught in one-to-one lessons that last about 45 minutes. The teacher uses gentle touch and verbal instruction to guide you through simple activities, such as sitting, standing and lying down, and to enable you to discover how you are misusing yourself. After a lesson people typically report feeling lighter, freer, more relaxed and alert.

Walk tall with the Alexander Technique Workshop!

This 4 week course offers a stimulating, in-depth introduction to the Alexander Technique. It is designed to give you an understanding of the work and how it can be applied to your daily activities. It teaches you to how to use your body more efficiently and effectively whether at home, in the office or at the gym. Using the Alexander Technique you can become: Alert, Focused, Effective, Confident, Energised, Balanced, Relaxed The Alexander Technique helps millions of people across the world with:

• Muscle tension
• Stiffness in joints
• Back, neck and shoulder pains
• Headaches and migraines
• Poor posture
• Stress
• RSI
• Raised awareness, balance and co-ordination skills You can improve how you move perform look and feel!

FOR ALL AGES – EVERYONE WELCOME!

How much does it cost?

Initial 60 minute consultation – £65
Subsequent consultation per 45 minutes – £55

Please Note: Alexander Technique is only available in London.