Alexander Technique small group class: Duncan, Oct. 28-Dec. 2

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Exploring the Alexander Technique: small group class

Studio 2000 – Duncan, B.C.

Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement using the Alexander Technique.  We will use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently.  Learn tools for recuperation from injury and pain, and prevention of unnecessary tension. Understanding the principles of the Alexander Technique helps you to expand your awareness and make better choices about how you use your body & self.  Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress and prevent undue wear & tear by using less effort in daily activities.

jumping_runningWear comfortable clothes for movement and lying-down work. Some visual posters and handouts will be supplied by the teacher.

Schedule: Tuesdays from October 28th to December 2nd, 2014, 4:15 to 5:30pm

Venue: Studio 2000, 8198 Richards Trail, Duncan

Number of sessions:  6 x 1.25 hours

Number of students: small group class, 4-6 students, by reservation only

Price: $25 per person, per class ($150 total for the six week course, payable by cash or cheque)

To reserve a spot in the class, contact:

Instructor:      Heather Walker, Certified Teacher of the Alexander Technique                 

Email Address:   heather@soundbeingstudio.com

Phone Number:    250-716-3464

Workshop: Reduce Tension, Move with Ease! Duncan, June 7th, 2014

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Bad posture?      Back Pain?     Fatigue? 

Headaches?       Tension, Stress, Injuries?

Or do you just want to move with ease?

www.canstat.ca

www.canstat.ca

The Alexander Technique will help you to: 

  • Move with ease, grace, and poise
  • Improve kinaesthetic awareness & posture 
  • Release muscle tension and tightnes
  • Be energetic and efficient yet calm
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Change your habitual patterns of reaction
  • Perform activities with awareness and freedom
  • Learn recuperation and relaxation exercises for home
  • Understand your body’s design for efficient movement

Alexander Technique Workshop

10:00am-12:30pm 

Saturday, June 7th, 2014 

2.5 hours    $35.00 per person

Studio 2000, 8198 Richards Trail, Duncan

To register: 250-748-3148 (Studio 2000)

Heather Walker     250-716-3464

Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique

www.soundbeingstudio.com

You can change!

You can change!

Client testimonials:

 “I didn’t believe that such a simple set of techniques could have such a profound effect on me both physically and mentally.” – Jeremy

“… I have gained bodily awareness, insight into limiting habits, practical ways of dealing with stress and tension in my body and a better quality of life due to her teachings.” – Vashti

Alexander Technique Workshop – St. Stephen’s Church, Qualicum Beach, March 6th, 2014

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique Workshop – 2 hours

For the Musicians and others at St. Stephen’s Church, Qualicum Beach.

March 6th, 2014, 7pm-9pm

The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method of body awareness used to prevent injuries, relieve muscular pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  It is well-known in the music world for helping to establish ease, stamina, and efficiency in performing and teaching. Over the years, a number of prominent musicians have publicly endorsed the Alexander Technique: Yehudi Menuhin, Paul McCartney, Sting, Julian Bream, James Galway and the conductor Sir Adrian Boult, to name but a few.  The Technique is taught at the Juilliard School of Performing Arts in New York, The Royal College of Music in London, San Francisco Conservatory of Music and at many other prominent schools of music, universities and colleges.

Custom workshops available on demand – please contact:

Heather Walker     250-716-3464

Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique

www.soundbeingstudio.com

St. Stephen’s United Church

150 Village Way, Qualicum Beach, BC ‎

(250) 752-9831 ‎ · ststephensucqualicum.ca

Alexander Technique – for ease in being! January 2014

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Have you heard of the Alexander Technique, but still wonder what it is?  This is very common!  The best way of learning about it is to take lessons with a certified teacher.  But, if you would like to research it more, you can start at one of the most comprehensive websites: www.alexandertechnique.com

Here is a quote from the first page of this website:

“The Alexander Technique is a way of learning to move mindfully through life. The Alexander process shines a light on inefficient habits of movement and patterns of accumulated tension, which interferes with our innate ability to move easily and according to how we are designed. It’s a simple yet powerful approach that offers the opportunity to take charge of one’s own learning and healing process, because it’s not a series of passive treatments but an active exploration that changes the way one thinks and responds in activity. It produces a skill set that can be applied in every situation. Lessons leave one feeling lighter, freer, and more grounded.”

“The Alexander Technique is a method that works to change (movement) habits in our everyday activities. It is a simple and practical method for improving ease and freedom of movement, balance, support and coordination. The technique teaches the use of the appropriate amount of effort for a particular activity, giving you more energy for all your activities. It is not a series of treatments or exercises, but rather a reeducation of the mind and body. The Alexander Technique is a method which helps a person discover a new balance in the body by releasing unnecessary tension. It can be applied to sitting, lying down, standing, walking, lifting, and other daily activities...”

Alexander Technique workshops available for specific groups

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Alexander Technique with Heather Walker

Interested in the Alexander Technique?  I give introductory workshops for groups of all kinds….whatever your focus and interest, there is a workshop format available for your group.  In October 2013 I gave an introductory workshop to a group of music teachers in the Nanaimo area.  Here’s a comment I got back from one of the teachers…

“I wanted to thank you so much for facilitating the workshop. It was so informative and the work is absolutely fascinating!  Yesterday I played a concert in Qualicum….I found myself having a great time playing with the principles you gave us on Saturday and my morning practice session for the concert was greatly changed, particularly with re-thinking the head/neck balance point. And the changes seem to be reflecting themselves in everything from sitting, standing, climbing the stairs, getting out of the car…even getting up from the toilet !! It’s quite amazing the resounding effects. I can’t wait to learn more”

For more information, or to book an Alexander Technique group workshop or private session, please contact heather@soundbeingstudio.com, or phone 250-716-3464.

Alexander Technique workshop – Nanaimo, Oct. 5th, 2013

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique – 2.5 hours

For the Registered Music Teachers’ Association

October 5th, 3pm-5:30pm, at the Solace Wellness Centre, 719 Fitzwilliam St.

The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method of body awareness used to prevent injuries, relieve muscular pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities.  It is well-known in the music world for helping to establish ease, stamina, and efficiency in performing and teaching. Over the years, a number of prominent musicians have publicly endorsed the Alexander Technique: Yehudi Menuhin, Paul McCartney, Sting, Julian Bream, James Galway and the conductor Sir Adrian Boult, to name but a few.  The Technique is taught at the Juilliard School of Performing Arts in New York, The Royal College of Music in London, San Francisco Conservatory of Music and at many other prominent schools of music, universities and colleges.

Custom workshops available on demand – please contact:

Heather Walker     250-716-3464

Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique

www.soundbeingstudio.com

 

Alexander Technique at Piano Technician’s Congress – July 2013

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Heather Walker will be teaching four Alexander Technique workshops for the Piano Technicians’ Guild of the United States.  She will be teaching at their annual Convention and Technical Institute, from July 10-14 in Chicago, Illinois. She is honored to be invited to this event, and to share the Alexander Technique with so many people.

From the PTG website: https://my.ptg.org/2013Convention/Main

Heather Walker
Introduction to the Alexander Technique

Do you have a tight neck, sore arms, or injuries from tuning pianos? Explore efficient movement using the Alexander Technique. Use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move with ease. Find out how to apply this awareness and efficiency of movement to your piano tuning and repair work, as well as your daily life.

Alexander Technique summer studio hours in Nanaimo

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The Sound Being Studio for Alexander Technique is open right through summer 2013.  However, there will be limited hours for studying Alexander Technique in the Nanaimo studio…..please book ahead to avoid missing a spot!

The studio will be closed July 9-14th while Heather is away teaching Alexander Technique at the international Piano Technician’s Congress in Chicago.  Heather is also pleased to announce her new part-time position with Vancouver Island University, as the Activity Program Assistant with International Education.