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"The Alexander Technique is about change.
It enables us to recognise and free ourselves from unconscious
layers of muscular and mental habits thereby opening us up
to possibilities we had never even imagined"
Jill Freeman (Alexander Teacher)

The Alexander Technique (named after its founder, F.M. Alexander) has become well known as a practical method for improving the way we 'use' ourselves in our everyday activities. Simple activities like sitting, standing and walking can be done with greater ease.

Musicians, actors and athletes have learnt the technique in order to improve the way they operate in their work. Many people have received great and lasting relief from back, neck or shoulder pain, mental and emotional stress and many other health problems as a result of taking a course of lessons. Its effectiveness is well documented and has been the subject of several scientific studies.

But the AT does not set out to treat specific problems. It offers a way of letting go of old habitual tensions, which can then be replaced by a different, more easeful way of being. For this reason there are many people who work with the Alexander Technique for their own personal development, as an ongoing practice. The philosophy behind the technique has parallels with many spiritual philosophies and its potential is enormous.

If you are interested in learning the Alexander Technique you should consult a teacher in your area about starting a course of lessons. During a lesson the Alexander teacher will work gently with her hands to bring about muscular releases and greater co-ordination in your body.

Another way to find out about the technique is to attend an introductory group course. This way you will get an overall picture of the principles and a lot of experiential work, with some individual 'hands on' work.

Click for more information about FM Alexander, Workshops and private lessons


					The Alexander Technique
					The Alexander Technique
						"The Alexander Technique is about change. It enables us to recognise and free ourselves from unconscious layers of muscular and mental habits thereby opening us up to possibilities we had never even imagined" Jill Freeman (Alexander Teacher) The Alexander Technique (named after its founder, F.M. Alexander) has become well known as a practical method for improving the way we 'use' ourselves in our everyday activities. Simple activities like sitting, standing and walking can be done with greater ease. Musicians, actors and athletes have learnt the technique in order to improve the way they operate in their work. Many people have received great and lasting relief from back, neck or shoulder pain, mental and emotional stress and many other health problems as a result of taking a course of lessons. Its effectiveness is well documented and has been the subject of several scientific studies. But the AT does not set out to treat specific problems. It offers a way of letting go of old habitual tensions, which can then be replaced by a different, more easeful way of being. For this reason there are many people who work with the Alexander Technique for their own personal development, as an ongoing practice. The philosophy behind the technique has parallels with many spiritual philosophies and its potential is enormous. If you are interested in learning the Alexander Technique you should consult a teacher in your area about starting a course of lessons. During a lesson the Alexander teacher will work gently with her hands to bring about muscular releases and greater co-ordination in your body. Another way to find out about the technique is to attend an introductory group course. This way you will get an overall picture of the principles and a lot of experiential work, with some individual 'hands on' work. Click for more information about FM Alexander, Workshops and private lessons