One-to-one lessons
The only really effective way of learning the Alexander Technique is through individual lessons. A lesson normally costs £35; (please allow 1 hour for the introductory lesson and a minimum of 45 minutes for subsequent lessons); but concessionary fees are also available.
Learning the Alexander Technique is rather like learning to drive or to play a musical instrument: we recommend a series of regular lessons, on a weekly basis, to begin with. Most people need at least 12 to 15 lessons to get a good grounding. As with driving or music lessons, the Technique aims to give you skills that you can then apply to your daily activities thoughout your life, though you may want to come back for an occasional 'top-up' lesson.
Daytime and evening appointments are available. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing; women should wear trousers. You will need to remove your shoes.
If you need to cancel a lesson , please give at least 24 hours' notice or the full lesson fee will be charged.
Introductory sessions
The aim of these two-part sessions is to introduce you to the principles of AT, so that you can decide if you wish to take it further. They are not a substitute for one-to-one lessons. They are designed for two people and are suitable for people of all ages and levels of fitness. Come with a partner, friend, relative or colleague!
The main topics covered by the sessions are as follows:
- F M Alexander and his discoveries
- How does the Alexander Technique work?
- The relationship between quality of movement/activity and general health
- The head-neck-back relationship
- Overdoing, endgaining and how to stop
- Sitting, standing and walking
- Lying down work (semi-supine)
- Obstacles to progress (habit and faulty body awareness)
Each part lasts around 2 hours and the cost is £50 per person for the two-part session.
