How much does an Alexander Technique lesson cost?
The price of an individual one-hour lesson is $80.00. A series of ten lessons can be purchased in advance for $700.00. A series of ten lessons is discounted further if lessons are taken more frequently than once per week. Special discounts are given to seniors and full-time students.
Who teaches the Alexander Technique?
The Alexander technique is taught by a qualified teacher in 1-to-1 lessons. Lessons often take place in a studio, clinic or the teacher’s house and usually last 30 to 45 minutes.
Does Alexander Technique really work?
A recent randomized controlled study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that Alexander Technique lessons led to significant reductions in neck pain over 12 months, compared with usual care. (Interestingly, the study also found that acupuncture reduced pain as well, compared with usual care.)
Can you self teach Alexander Technique?
A number of Alexander Technique teachers now include Zoom or Skype sessions as part of their practice, and these may be well worth considering if you’re planning on learning the Technique primarily on your own and there is no teacher nearby.
How long does it take to learn the Alexander Technique?
AmSAT-certified Alexander Technique teachers have completed at least 1,600 hours of training over a minimum of three years in an AmSAT-approved training program, maintaining a five-to-one student/teacher ratio, as specified in the AmSAT Bylaws.
Where can I learn the Alexander Technique?
The Alexander Technique is taught in a variety of premises – Alexander centres, health clinics, pain clinics, schools, colleges, businesses. And many teachers run a practice from their homes.
Is Alexander Technique covered by health insurance?
Alexander Technique is not currently covered by health insurance in the United States. Some doctors recommend the Technique to patients, and with their prescription, patients are reimbursed for lessons with flex-spending accounts.
What is the Alexander Technique acting?
Alexander Technique is practised in theatres, on film sets and at drama schools across the world, with performers preparing physically and mentally for their roles through a range of relaxation techniques, spinal rolls, and other physical and breathing exercises.
Can you learn Alexander Technique online?
You can learn to cut stress. In-person or online Alexander Technique lessons offers a unique approach to self-care. You learn Alexander principles and apply them yourself. Your muscles move your bones, and thinking moves muscle.
Why do actors use the Alexander Technique?
From Michael Caine to Madonna, it is used by performers to relax the body, reduce effort levels and forge a better physical connection with their audience.