Why you don’t need to free your neck
In Evolution of a Technique, discovering the head/neck/back relationship didn’t solve FM’s voice problem. It was the next step that did solve it – staying available to do something else. Remember? – I want to recite, but maybe instead I’ll do nothing, or maybe I’ll lift my hand. I think we, as a profession, have […]
The Other End of the Story
Observing mammals similar to us such as cats or horses, we do see a distinct and lively use of their ‘other ends’ – their tails – which very precisely and communicatively express the state of their whole beings. Their tails act as a counterpart to their head and neck. This results in an unconditional degree […]
The mutual correlation between physical and psycho-emotional balance
One of the fascinating aspects of the Alexander Technique is the coherence between our physical reactions, habits of movement and how we behave in life. Particularly clear and also very important to me, is the mutual correlation between physical balance and psycho-emotional balance. During the workshop, we will experimentally explore how the fundamental aspects of […]
Abodominals and Directions
AbdominalsThe abdominal muscles are located between the ribs and the pelvis on the front of the body. The abdominal muscles support the trunk, allow movement and hold organs in place by regulating internal abdominal pressure. What happens to our abdominal muscles when working with the Alexander method? The abdomen is the front part of the […]
Gary Ward’s ‘Anatomy in Motion’ method: what can we learn as Alexander Technique teachers?
Gary Ward’s ‘Anatomy in Motion’ is a method which seeks ‘to re-educate the body in its movements and allow the body to reorganise itself and take the pressure of the system that is causing pain. We get the body to do the healing through movement.’ Gary writes, ‘When I work with the whole body, I […]
Horses and Humans: An Animal Model for Understanding Stability and Resilience
We will look at the work and research of Postural Rehabilitation, an intervention for treating horses by influencing how the animal is organized in stance. The discomfort, or physical cost of staying upright on a compromised system influences all aspects of the four legged athlete including their performance, their susceptibility to injury, their breathing and […]
Practical Demonstration of The Alexander Technique and Everyday Activities
Bridget’s early years as a certified Alexander teacher in her West Cork community in Ireland has confirmed the practical reasons which led her to work in groups from 3 to 20 people. FM Alexander’s powerful tool for change was introduced to the general public with demonstrations. This became the avenue for Community Groups of all […]
The Art of Sharing the Heart of the Work
Art – to transcend technique and form Sharing – generously to reveal your curiosity, experience, and humanity Heart – to courageously and compassionately know yourself through the Work We all teach Alexander Technique – the essential ‘it’ of the Work, and we all use different forms and paradigms through which we understand and teach the […]
Alexander Technique in a Clinical Setting
The workshop will present the use of the Alexander Technique and Art of Breathing principles and practice as an intervention for those managing certain disorders, diseases, or behavioural symptoms in a clinical setting. A discussion will follow. This workshop is intended for AT teachers curious about building relationships with clinical health professionals and learning about […]
Legs are Undervalued
INTRODUCTION Legs are often poorly treated; they are crossed, wrapped around chair legs and even sat on. Often forgotten because they are remote, under a table or desk and appear to be irrelevant. The reflex bending and walking patterns are frequently disturbed in modern life. Legs are needed, as an integral part of our whole […]