WHAT IS THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE USED FOR?

The Alexander Technique is suitable for improving one's life quality, ability to cope at work and stress management. It is an excellent tool for increasing self-awareness, and a great way to support the process of developing different skills. The calming effect of the technique is felt both in the body and the mind, due to which it can help to prevent and alleviate pain and tension. For example, the Alexander Technique has been proved to be useful in relieving back-neck-shoulder pain.

RESEARCH BASED INFORMATION

Research-based knowledge of the many benefits of the Alexander Technique has increased significantly in the 21st century. Below are a few sites in which you can view the research results.

Research in Finnish on the teachers' association's page

Research on the website of the American Teachers' Association

Research on the website of the English Association of Teachers

AT Science increases scientific understanding of the technique

Soile Lahdenperä's dissertation on the Alexander Technique as part of the choreographic process

HISTORIAA

F.M.Alexander (1869-1955) developed his teaching work for almost 60 years, mainly in London. The starting point for his research were problems in the use of his voice. The purpose of Alexander's teaching was to promote optimal use of the self, so that it supports the psychophysical whole and prevents various ailments. Alexander's central ideas were the importance of developing awareness and the individual's responsibility in making choices. The work emphasized comprehensiveness, pragmatism and practicality.

Caroline, therapist

"Alexander Technique teaching is pragmatic and highly individualised. It focuses on the balance of the entire organism by taking into account the physical, the psychological and the emotional. I highly recommend taking lessons!"