"Thanks for the kindness and patience you have shown me... and for helping me live more happily in my body."
A.B., Federal employee
"Thank you so much for your help...My back is back to normal and I have no pain. I feel so much better-You did miracles."
J.S., Psychologist
"Thank you for everything you have put into helping me, caring for me and teaching me. You have had an enormous positive impact on my life and have influenced me to take better care of myself and even to change my perspective on life. Wow, it's a lot and it's all true."
D.R., Law Student
"My back and the 'sciatica' down the left leg seems to be better. I am grateful. I continue to feel that the Alexander method has been very helpful."
T.R.
Alexander Technique
Ever since we were kids we've been taught the importance of balance. Balanced diet. Balancing a checkbook. Work/life balance. With the Alexander Technique, the premise is similar - restore the intended balance and function of the human body. We are designed to move comfortably and gracefully in all our daily activities whether walking down the street, sitting in a meeting, waiting for the train or bus, gardening and doing yard work, hiking, dancing or performing music.
Taking lessons in the Alexander Technique means taking charge of your body. By learning the language of how your body moves and changes, you will learn how to redirect your energy for freer, easier breathing and more powerful movement - so that your body is in balance.
F.M. Alexander, the originator of the Alexander Technique, discovered that by becoming aware and choosing to stop tensing or collapsing, we can redirect our movement and activate the inherent support mechanisms of our body.
What does all this mean for me?
Sometimes pain and injury is caused by an accident or illness; however, many injuries have their root cause in the misuse of our joints and various body regions as we move. The model of movement that most of us have been schooled in is that by increasing our strength and flexibility, developing strong stomach or 'core' muscles, and practicing good posture we can enjoy good health. If we go to the gym, eat well, and get a good night's sleep, all will be well.
Unfortunately, while many people are earnestly doing their best to do these things, they still don't feel as good in themselves as they would like. The Alexander Technique teaches us how to integrate strength and flexibility into our daily routines. Each of us contends with genetics, injuries and habits. Illness and injuries arise from circumstances beyond our control. The good news is that even with permanent or progressive conditions, we can learn and enjoy greater ease and control of our bodies, by taking lessons in the Alexander Technique.