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The Alexander technique
teaches us to use ourselves more effectively in daily life.
It can help with a wide range of aches and pains resulting in
a general sense of well-being.
Why we need it
In young children we frequently see an alertness and poise that
allows them to sit, stand, and move gracefully without strain.
As adults we have developed habits, which interfere with our
natural coordination and functioning. We have become disconnected
and find ourselves reacting automatically in ways that are frequently
harmful to our well-being and this reduces our effectiveness
in whatever we do.
The integration of our system as a whole is primarily affected
by our head, neck and back co-ordination. When we interfere
with it we create distortion and strain throughout the organism
and we can be said to be mis-using ourselves. This can result
in specific symptoms including headaches, backache, stiff neck
and shoulders, or lack of vitality.
Being 'out of touch' with the body or lack of physical poise
can affect our state of mind and our ability to cope with life.
People learning the Technique may undertake a series of lessons
because of particular problems or simply from a desire to improve
awareness and co-ordination so they can sit, stand and move
with greater freedom and ease.
How is it taught?
The teacher uses gentle, subtle manual guidance and verbal instruction
in helping the pupil towards greater freedom and balance.
He or she helps you to take a fresh look at the way you think
and move in simple activities such as walking, getting in and
out of the chair or lying down and in any skills which may be
important to you.
An Alexander lesson is individual.
It lasts 40 minutes and costs 26 pounds.
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