Frequently Asked Questions
HOW MANY LESSONS SHOULD I TAKE?
This is Personal, and depends on your process. I suggest committing to 3 lessons when you begin. Many people find that 10-30 lessons give them a beginning sense of ownership over the work.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY LESSON?
Wear clothes you can move in, socks, and a shirt with sleeves.
WHAT DO I NEED FOR MY FIRST ONLINE LESSON?
Yourself, a device to access Zoom, and some space to move in order to address whatever movement pattern you want to address.
WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TECHNIQUE?
The AmSAT description of the Alexander Technique.
HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM YOGA?
Alexander Technique focuses on the how of movement, and brings conscious awareness into even every day movements. Main-stream yoga usually focuses on stretching an meditation on the mat/in the classroom.
HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM THE FELDENKRAIS METHOD?
Both techniques increase awareness, relieve tension, and build better postural patterns. I like this article describing the differences.
HAS ANYONE DONE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH TO PROVE THIS WORKS?
Yes. Click here to read The British Medical Journal Study on The Alexander Technique and Back Pain
I WANT TO LEARN MORE; CAN YOU RECOMMEND ANY BOOKS?
Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique* by Micheal J. Gelb (and many more! Just ask.) *Please note that this book has some primitivism in it which I do not agree with or support.