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Playing an Instrument

Tension generated by musicians spending long hours of playing, both in rehearsal and performance, often cause them to experience pain, discomfort and technical…

Everyday Activities

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History

The beginning The Alexander Technique was developed in the 1890s by Frederick Matthias Alexander, born in Tasmania in 1869. Alexander’s promising career as a…

Alexander Technique for Children and Teenagers

There are so many good reasons to introduce Alexander’s work to children and teenagers. Articles in the media increasingly report that young people have more…

In the workplace

The most common work-related health problems in Britain are musculo-skeletal disorders, like back pain and RSI. Common ‘misuse’ habits, such as slumping at…

Swimming

The Alexander Technique can help improve performance and make swimming more enjoyable for swimmers of all abilities, from the most reluctant beginner to the…

Running

Beginners and experienced runners are helped by the Alexander Technique. You run like you sit. Sad but true. When you run, the pattern you practice all day in…

Education and Children

Visit the dedicated AT in Education section There are many good reasons to introduce Alexander's work to children and teenagers. Articles in the media…

Growing older

Many people begin learning the Alexander Technique later in life, and it’s never too late to start living more skilfully.  In fact, as you age, you may…

Sports and Fitness

In all sport and fitness activities, the Alexander Technique will help you become more aware of how you think and move. Central to the Technique is…