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The Alexander Technique
What is it?
This world renowned technique teaches us to use ourselves
better - it improves general co-ordination, in other words
- enabling us to deal with any activity (from using a keyboard
to giving a presentation) with ease and efficiency so that
we enjoy our activities more.
We all develop habitual tension patterns in our bodies
which become the way we go about all our daily activities.
The cost of this is loss of poise, poor posture, stress
and neck and shoulder pain, backache, loss of confidence
and vocal problems.
The Technique is concerned with teaching us to eliminate
these harmful tension habits, through an increased awareness
of the way in which we misuse ourselves, so that the body’s
own natural functions can be restored and come back into
operation.
The gain is freedom of movement, improved posture and
poise, reduced stress and pain, confidence and freedom in
vocal expression.
The Alexander Technique can help people to organise themselves
with maximum efficiency in their work and everyday life
and in coping with physical problems. Learning the Technique
can also help us to think on our feet - a vital skill relevant
not only in the workplace but also in our personal and social
lives. It gives us a powerful tool for self development.
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TO CHANGE THE HABITS OF A LIFETIME |
To take advantage of the many benefits of the Alexander
Technique requires lessons. Click on lessons
or workshops or call us on
020 7749 7246 to make an appointment or to book a place
on our next introductory workshop or evening class.
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| ‘The Alexander Technique makes a real
difference to my often tense and busy life. Its thoughtful
approach has made me calmer, improved my concentration
and given me a clearer sense of my own well-being. I
am grateful for it. |
| Joan
Bakewell, TV presenter and columnist |
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