How the Alexander Technique Works

The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method for freeing unnecessary tension in order to restore greater freedom of movement, balance, support and coordination.  The Alexander Technique teaches how specific principles of movement affect overall coordination and functioning. Through gentle hands on guidance, the student learns how to release unnecessary habits, which add pressures and tensions and restrict freedom of movement. As a result excessive effort is reduced, allowing for more constructive use of energy in all activities.

Movements become freer, lighter and more graceful and joint freedom and overall coordination improve. Increased mental clarity and emotional equanimity come as a result of the improved psychophysical awareness and functioning. Breathing and vocal production are greatly affected with the Technique, allowing for freer breathing and vocal production. Improved balance and support elevates unnecessary muscular tension and strain.

The Alexander Technique is an educational process for everyone interested in improving their overall performance in daily activities and specialized skills. It allows for greater conscious control and kinesthetic sensing and can be learned at any time in life and requires no previous background or experience. It is both enjoyable to learn either in group or individual sessions.