The Alexander Technique is a process for reeducating the mind-body so that the use of the body is less interfered with. With this technique you can learn how to identify habits and tension patterns, be still in poise and move safely with efficiency, adaptability and ease.

The Alexander Technique is taught hands on in private lessons. Students are guided through simple movements in order to become aware of where habit interferes with good use.

Who should have lessons?
Athletes, dancers, musicians, anyone who desires to improve performance and reduce the risk of injury can benefit from learning the technique.

This method of mind-body integration teaches individuals how to change habits of poor body use, reduce tension and improve posture, coordination and breathing through conscious direction. The Technique can offer an alternative and complementary management for many medical complaints. A partial list includes: back problems, Repetitive Strain Injury, stuttering, speech training and voice loss, posture or balance problems. Applications are very subjective and personal by nature.

"As I recently spent a week in Orlando, FL, mostly at Disney World, the Alexander Technique traveled with me!

I found my body needing to find ease while standing in line, walking, or navigating stairs. I used so many of the tools I learned from Susan in my lessons."

Joan Turnberg
Certified Wellness Coach, Certified Nia Instructor
Live-Life-Well www.live-life-well.com

Although I had heard about the "Alexander Technique" and had thought it might be helpful to me, I felt I did not have time for it. A week of terrible upper back pain and my chiropractor's unavailability led me to Susan, who was willing to see me in short order. I was desperate to try anything. Because this was a pain that had beset me repeatedly over many years, each time taking two or more chiropractic appointments, I did not anticipate quick relief. Unexpectedly, I left that first lesson pain free. I was sold... (click here to see the rest)
Deborah Pease, PHD
Concord, MA

Introductory Workshops:

The Arlington Center
Bedford Recreation Department

Article:

On the learning the Technique and Contact Improvisation

For More Information on the Technique visit the following sites:

AmSAT (the American Society for the Alexander Technique)

STAT (The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique)