Introduction to the Alexander Technique Instructor: Sarah Mayhan Contact Email: Course Overview: The Alexander Technique, a system of movement education, is a practical tool for postural awareness and mind-body connection. In studying the Alexander Technique, a person learns to observe and experience one’s self as a moving body. In this class, the teacher will lead students in performing simple, everyday movements and activities. The Alexander teacher will use her hands to provide feedback for the student to become conscious of their unique physical patterns. The teacher will guide the student in releasing sources of tension and organizing themselves for better alignment and balance. By bringing awareness to the body, the student improves their mindfulness and overall coordination. They will understand how various moods and situations affect the use of your body. They can to apply the Technique to everyday movements such as sitting, standing, and walking, and to more complex activities like public speaking or playing a musical instrument. The Alexander Technique allows for an increase your body’s physical capabilities, but it is neither physical therapy nor exercise. It’s a gentle method suitable for all ages and levels of physical fitness and ability. Many students come to the Technique to help them recover from illness or injury that limits their mobility. It’s especially useful for back pain, neck tension, and pregnancy-related discomfort. students come to the Technique because they are performing at a high level of physical activity and wish to expand possibilities for performance and avoid injuries. Top music, dance, and acting programs include Alexander Technique as a key part of their course work. However, it can be useful for anyone who wants to learn about themselves and how to move more easily. By learning to apply the principles of the Alexander Technique, students help themselves by learning to apply tools for self-care to remain poised in stressful situations. Many students describe the feeling of Alexander work as giving them a sensation of lightness and freedom in the body, the sensation of being taller, and a sense of readiness to speak or respond to any given situation with ease. Course Objective: Students will learn the basic concepts of mind-body awareness of the Alexander Technique. Students will gain an understanding of their own habits and physical reactions to stress, and receive practical tools and self-care skills to help deal with these situations. Course Length: 6 weeks
Introduction to the Alexander Technique Instructor: Sarah Mayhan Contact Email: Course Overview: The Alexander Technique, a system of movement education, is a practical tool for postural awareness and mind-body connection. In studying the Alexander Technique, a person learns to observe and experience one’s self as a moving body. In this class, the teacher will lead students in performing simple, everyday movements and activities. The Alexander teacher will use her hands to provide feedback for the student to become conscious of their unique physical patterns. The teacher will guide the student in releasing sources of tension and organizing themselves for better alignment and balance. By bringing awareness to the body, the student improves their mindfulness and overall coordination. They will understand how various moods and situations affect the use of your body. They can to apply the Technique to everyday movements such as sitting, standing, and walking, and to more complex activities like public speaking or playing a musical instrument. The Alexander Technique allows for an increase your body’s physical capabilities, but it is neither physical therapy nor exercise. It’s a gentle method suitable for all ages and levels of physical fitness and ability. Many students come to the Technique to help them recover from illness or injury that limits their mobility. It’s especially useful for back pain, neck tension, and pregnancy-related discomfort. students come to the Technique because they are performing at a high level of physical activity and wish to expand possibilities for performance and avoid injuries. Top music, dance, and acting programs include Alexander Technique as a key part of their course work. However, it can be useful for anyone who wants to learn about themselves and how to move more easily. By learning to apply the principles of the Alexander Technique, students help themselves by learning to apply tools for self-care to remain poised in stressful situations. Many students describe the feeling of Alexander work as giving them a sensation of lightness and freedom in the body, the sensation of being taller, and a sense of readiness to speak or respond to any given situation with ease. Course Objective: Students will learn the basic concepts of mind-body awareness of the Alexander Technique. Students will gain an understanding of their own habits and physical reactions to stress, and receive practical tools and self-care skills to help deal with these situations. Course Length: 6 weeks