Alexander Technique

It’s an educational discipline that addresses habitual movement. In addition to providing ease of movement, it clarifies one’s thinking. The training is set up to be repeatable so that continuous improvement will occur. More detailed information can be obtained at this website.

Various Applications

Because this is a practice that unifies both body and mind, it addresses inflexibility (both physical and mental) and resistance to change. Learning to get results by using less effort eliminates many contradicting habits, and increases conscious awareness while reducing stress, pain and boredom.

A child can pick up useless and faulty mannerisms by imitating the poor posture and movements of adults. This technique has broad applications such as music, voice, Olympic sports, music, acting and dance. Remedial movement education helps recovery and pain management.

Although this technique is considered mainly educational, it has provided alternative and complementary assistance for many physical and emotional health challenges including Parkinson’s Disease, Repetitive Strain Injury, stuttering, performance anxiety, voice loss, and back problems. Parent tips are available on using this technique with children.

Developing an effortless sense of balance, and moving with grace, will enhance child social development. More confidence is gained, and a child also learns to experiment with how to obtain the best results. He develops patience by reducing expectations and accepting gradual improvement. Effortlessness is this key to this technique, which leads to living a balanced and productive life. Click here for the Transforming Child Behavior Home Page.

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