A first lesson is an
opportunity for you to get first hand experience of the Alexander
Technique, how we approach teaching, and a sense of the direction
that further lessons should take you in.
You may be asked to
perform common movements like sitting or walking. Your teacher will
give you verbal feedback and instruction as he or she uses his/her
hands to gently guide you to an awareness of physical tensions,
holding patterns or distortions that otherwise lie below the level
of your conscious attention. You may also be asked to lie on a firm
table, again while the teacher helps you to identify and release
unhelpful holding patterns. Pupils find the process pleasant, calming
and relaxing as well as informative. It is gentle and non-invasive.
On-going lessons follow
a broadly similar pattern. If the pupil is even just a little diligent
in working on themselves in between lessons (and this need never
be onerous), then functional improvement, improvements in ease of
movement, breathing, poise and self-awareness and -control should
inevitably follow.
Most people book an
initial lesson where they can gain direct experience of the Technique
and discuss their particular situation with a teacher.
If you would like to
meet us first, some group classes and occasional lecture or demonstrations
are also available.
For more information
about lessons, please email
Alexander Technique - Freedom in Action or contact
us by phone or post.
