We assume our senses are guiding us toward what is right in any given moment, but so much is learned, habitual. Habits can interfere with our ability to learn, listen, and make choices. How do we stay open to the demands of each moment and make decisions in real time without falling back into old, unhelpful patterns? Using the Alexander Technique we learn to notice these interferences and allow the right thing to present itself. Working with the proposition that we are well designed for movement and balance, we engage our awareness to learn how to trust our design and undo patterns of interference, creating opportunity for change and improving our coordination and functioning.
The Alexander Technique promotes a level of self-reflection and supports a profound self-knowledge that is deeply helpful for the dance artist. This class will introduce the principles of the Alexander Technique through touch, verbal instruction, simple movement sequences, observation and dialogue.
In the Alexander Technique, hands-on work is intentional and educational. “Listening-hands” are used to guide and receive information from your body and breath. Expect to touch and be touched and to engage in dialogue with the group.
What to expect:
This class will introduce the principles of the Alexander Technique through touch, verbal instruction, simple movement sequences, observation and dialogue. In the Alexander Technique, hands-on work is intentional and educational. “Listening-hands” are used to guide and receive information from your body and breath. Expect to touch and be touched and to engage in dialogue with the group.
For class-related questions, please email programs@movementresearch.org.
Accessibility Notes
- This class includes auditive guidance.
For access information about Gibney’s facilities refer to their website.
To request ASL interpretation or Audio Description, please email accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “ASL/Audio Description Request, Rachel Bernsen” three (3) weeks prior to the date you plan to attend.
For access-related questions and requests, please contact accessibility@movementresearch.org, subject line “Rachel Bernsen.”
