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What is the Alexander Technique?
Now over a century old, the
Alexander Technique is an educational method that teaches us
about the use of ourselves. We are designed for ease of
movement, coordination, and balance, but often the freedom of
movement we experience as children is lost by the
time we become adults. The Alexander Technique teaches us to
change and prevent harmful patterns of movement and behavior,
and allows us to regain the freedom and enjoyment of ease and
grace in everyday activities we once experienced.
For more
information click on:
About the Alexander Technique:
An Education in the Use of Yourself
F.M. Alexander
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How can The Alexander Technique help me?
The Alexander
Technique is a valuable tool for overcoming pain from many
types of injuries, enhancing skill in the arts and athletics,
and enjoying a sense of freedom and lightness in movement.
For more information, click
on:
About the Alexander Technique:
Training for the Athlete
Training for the Performing Artist
Tension, Pain and Musculoskeletal Injury
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Can I
learn the technique from reading a book?
Although there are many books
available on the subject, it is essential to have the hands-on
experience from a qualified teacher of the Alexander
Technique. Books and articles may enhance your understanding
of the learning process or provide valuable information to
supplement the lessons. To obtain books on the technique go
to: www.amsat.ws.
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How do
I choose a teacher?
The teacher’s training is
important. All ATCNE teachers are certified by the American
Society for the Alexander Technique and have completed a
three-year,1600-hour training course with intensive hands-on
learning. ATCNE teachers have been trained by Missy Vineyard
at the Alexander Technique School of New England, an AmSAT
approved training course, and have fulfilled requirements for
certification by ATCNE and AmSAT.
ATCNE teachers work in a
variety of locations in New England and beyond. You may wish
to find a teacher close to you, or one with particular
experience in your area of interest.
To learn more about training
standards and to find a teacher, click on:
About the Alexander Technique:
AmSAT
Professional Standards
ATCNE Teachers:
Who are ATCNE teachers?
How to choose a teacher
Teacher Directory
Finding a Teacher by Location
Teacher Names (for personal biography and photo)
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What is an Alexander Technique lesson like?
For a description of
Alexander Technique lessons, click on:
About the Alexander Technique:
The Lesson
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How many lessons will I need?
For all information about
lessons, click on:
About the Alexander Technique:
The Lesson
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What
does a lesson cost?
The cost of lessons will vary
from teacher to teacher and from region to region. Typically
the lesson is thirty to forty-five minutes and the fee ranges
from $30 to $80. Some teachers have a sliding scale.
For more information about
individual ATCNE teachers, click on:
ATCNE Teachers :
Choose a Teacher By Name
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Is it
possible to take a group class?
The Alexander Technique
Connection of New England offers a variety of learning structures
to introduce you to the Alexander Technique and area teachers.
It is possible to attend lecture/demonstrations, introductory
workshops, or workshops on specific topics such as singing or
back pain.
For more information on ATCNE’s programs, click on:
The Learning-for-Living Program
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Who do
I know who has studied the Alexander Technique? And where is
it taught?
Anyone--from your next door
neighbor to your favorite Hollywood star--could be a student
of the Alexander Technique.
For a list of people you
might recognize who have studied the Alexander Technique, as
well as a list of some well known educational institutions
that have offered or currently offer courses on the technique,
click on:
About the Alexander Technique:
Who Studies the Technique and where is it taught?
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