A private lesson begins with an initial observation of the student's movement habits as they perform simple or complex tasks.  To supplement this visual observation, the teacher will use her hands in a non-invasive way on the student's neck or back and shoulder area to gain information about muscle tension and breathing patterns.  Students should be prepared to discuss any issues of tension or discomfort that they would like to address in their lessons.  Once the observation is complete, the teacher will guide the student using verbal and gentle manual instructions to coax muscles into better alignment and help the student become aware of tensions and learn how to release them while involved in activity.  Concentration and a desire to change are necessary on the part of the student.  The technique is not a panacea and will only be of benefit if the student is willing to take what they experience in their lessons and apply it to their everyday lives.

Lessons for groups of two or three students who are at a similar stage in their study of Alexander Technique.

Offering 45-minute or one-hour lessons

In this 6-hour workshop you will learn how to apply the gentle and profound practice of Alexander technique to your daily life.  By letting go of unnecessary, habitual patterns of tension, you will discover an easier, lighter way of being in the world. Small class size (3-8 students) allows for improved learning and personal attention.

Workshops for 3 or more people can range from a few hours to multiple-day events and can be a general introduction to the Alexander Technique, or can focus on the needs of a specific population (e.g. musicians, equestrians, seniors)

I can develop a workshop specifically for your group and offer it at your facility.  I also offer workshops periodically at my studio - contact me for details.

Examples of groups for whom I have given workshops or lessons

• Seniors
• Equestrians
• Singers/choirs
• Instrumental musicians
• Conductors
• Actors
• Dancers
• Story-Tellers

If you are looking for a way to revitalize your riding and would like to find balance and poise in the saddle, reduce pain and discomfort while riding, find more relaxation when you ride, or would like to improve your communication with your horse, the Alexander Technique for Equestrians Workshop is your answer.

In this two and half-day workshop you will be introduced to the principles of the Alexander Technique as they apply to horseback riding. The first evening will be spent becoming familiar with the basic principles of the Alexander Technique.  The second day will be spent reinforcing the principles of the Alexander Technique and applying them to simulations as well as to riding. The final day will provide participants with the opportunity to apply what they have learned, with individualized lessons.  Students will also have the opportunity to learn from their peers as they observe each rider working in the saddle.  The small class-size will allow plenty of time for personal attention and hands-on work

Introduces the basic principles of the Alexander technique and applies them to riding.  Students will learn techniques to apply on their own and explore balance, relaxation, and poise in the saddle with the aid of a stationary wooden "horse".

Explores letting go of tension in your shoulders, arms, wrists and hands.  Tension in any part of the arm structure can block communication between you and your horse and cause fatigue and discomfort in both the horse and rider.  Learning to release and re-balance your arm structure allows for easeful communication and improved comfort and poise in the saddle. Gentle explorations and activities will build on the skills you have already developed.  (Prerequisite:  Completion of Introduction for Equestrians or one of my 2-day Alexander Technique for Equestrians workshops, OR other equivalent experience) 

Builds on the work done in Part One to help you maintain your free and easy core engagement at the faster gaits - "effortless" posting, a secure seated trot, and a balanced seat in the canter. (Prerequisite:  Completion of Discover your Core Part One).