Alexander Technique workshop, Nanaimo, January 19th, 2013

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique – 2.5 hour workshop, $35

Saturday, January 19th, 10:00am-12:30pm: Solace Wellness Centre, 719 Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo BC

Pre-register with Heather at 250-716-3464

Use practical experiments to learn to…

  • Notice tightening
  • Release muscle tension
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Move more efficiently

Learn about your body’s design, including…

  • Primary Control of co-ordination
  • Centers of balance
  • Skeletal support structure
  • Anti-gravity reflex system

Learn techniques to practice at home…

  • Moment by moment reminders
  • Incorporating support, ease, and balance
  • Semi-supine work
  • Applying the A.T. to specific activity
Heather Walker 250-716-3464
Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique
Faculty, V.S.O. School of Music, Vancouver
New studio in Nanaimo, B.C.
www.soundbeingstudio.comClient 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

“The Alexander Technique…has been wonderfully life changing in so many ways.” – Cheryl

To register or for more information:

Phone: 250-716-3464

Email: heather@soundbeingstudio.com

Alexander Technique at Arbutus Music, Nanaimo, Nov. 27th 2012

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Alexander Technique for Musicians
with Heather Walker

November 27th, 2012
7-9pm, $25
Arbutus Music:
6324 Metral Drive,
Nanaimo, BC
V9T 2L8
Phone: 250-933-1900
Registration: https://arbutusmusic.com

Learn about your body. Move more efficiently.
– Reduce tension patterns
– Perform with awareness and freedom
– Release stress and tightness
– Move with ease, grace and poise
– Improve kinaesthetic awareness
– Be energetic and efficient yet calm
The Alexander Technique has been taught at Juilliard, The Royal College of Music in London, The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto and now… at Arbutus Music!

Endorsed by: Paul McCartney, Yehudi Menuhin, Sting, Julian Bream, James Galway and many others

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

“…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 Alexander Technique teachings.”
Vashti, Pianist/Teacher/Accompanist

Come try out the Alexander Technique in this workshop designed specifically for musicians. Explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement, using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness. We will use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently. Anyone can learn to recuperate from stress and prevent undue wear & tear by using less effort in daily activities.
Heather Walker

Alexander Technique Workshop – Nanaimo, Nov. 18th, 2012

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique – 2.5 hour workshop, $25

Sunday, November 18th, 2012, 2pm-4:30pm: Solace Wellness Centre, 719 Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo BC

Pre-register with Heather at 250-716-3464

Use practical experiments to learn to…

  • Notice tightening
  • Release muscle tension
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Move more efficiently

Learn about your body’s design, including…

  • Primary Control of co-ordination
  • Centers of balance
  • Skeletal support structure
  • Anti-gravity reflex system

Learn techniques to practice at home…

  • Moment by moment reminders
  • Incorporating support, ease, and balance
  • Semi-supine work
  • Applying the A.T. to specific activity
Heather Walker 250-716-3464
Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique
Faculty, V.S.O. School of Music, Vancouver
New studio in Nanaimo, B.C.
www.soundbeingstudio.com

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

“The Alexander Technique…has been wonderfully life changing in so many ways.” – Cheryl

To register or for more information:

Phone: 250-716-3464

Email: heather@soundbeingstudio.com

Alexander Technique, Qualicum Beach, Nov. 2nd, 2012

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique – 2 hour workshop, $25

Friday, November 2nd, 2012:
Oceanside Yoga Centre, 702 Memorial Avenue, Unit 5 – Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1T2
Pre-register: | 250.594.0108 | info@oceansideyoga.com

For more information, contact Heather at 250-716-3464

Use practical experiments to learn to…

  • Notice tightening
  • Release muscle tension
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Move more efficiently

Learn about your body’s design, including…

  • Primary Control of co-ordination
  • Centers of balance
  • Skeletal support structure
  • Anti-gravity reflex system

Learn techniques to practice at home…

  • Moment by moment reminders
  • Incorporating support, ease, and balance
  • Semi-supine work
  • Applying the A.T. to specific activity
Heather Walker 250-716-3464
Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique
Faculty, V.S.O. School of Music, Vancouver
New studio in Nanaimo, B.C.
www.soundbeingstudio.com

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

“The Alexander Technique…has been wonderfully life changing in so many ways.” – Cheryl

To register or for more information:

Phone: 250-716-3464

Email: heather@soundbeingstudio.com

Alexander Technique Workshop for CUPE, Nanaimo, October 19

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Heather will be presenting a three-hour Alexander Technique workshop for C.U.P.E. members on October 19th, 2012 from 1pm – 4pm. This is part of the Nanaimo school District 68 rofessional development day for support workers and teachers’ aides. The workshop will be held at John Barsby School.

The Alexander Technique is a simple and practical method of body awareness which is used to prevent injuries, relieve muscular pain, improve posture, and use less effort in daily activities. In this workshop we explore the possibility of lightness and freedom of movement, using the Alexander Technique to expand your awareness and change your habits. You can learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently. Whether you are hoping to recover from stress and injury or just searching for more ease and centeredness in your life, the Alexander Technique is a specific tool to help you.

Alexander Technique Workshop in Nanaimo, October 4th, 2012

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Introduction to the Alexander Technique – 2.5 hour workshop, $25

Thursday, October 4th, 2012: Solace Wellness Centre, 719 Fitzwilliam Street, Nanaimo BC

Pre-register with Heather at 250-716-3464

Use practical experiments to learn to…

  • Notice tightening
  • Release muscle tension
  • Re-establish better balance
  • Move more efficiently

Learn about your body’s design, including…

  • Primary Control of co-ordination
  • Centers of balance
  • Skeletal support structure
  • Anti-gravity reflex system

Learn techniques to practice at home…

  • Moment by moment reminders
  • Incorporating support, ease, and balance
  • Semi-supine work
  • Applying the A.T. to specific activity
Heather Walker     250-716-3464
Certified teacher of the Alexander Technique
Faculty, V.S.O. School of Music, Vancouver
New studio in Nanaimo, B.C.
www.soundbeingstudio.com

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

“The Alexander Technique…has been wonderfully life changing in so many ways.”  – Cheryl

To register or for more information:

Phone:  250-716-3464

Email:  heather@soundbeingstudio.com

Alexander Technique Workshop – Nanaimo Conservatory of Music

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Heather will be teaching the following Alexander Technique workshop at the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music on September 9th, 2012. This workshop is booked for faculty, staff and board members of the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music.

Introduction to the Alexander Technique
(2.5 hour class)
Participants will use practical experiments to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently. We will explore techniques to gain body awareness, allowing movement in a more free and enjoyable manner. We will learn how the body is naturally efficiently designed for ease of movement. Participants will learn techniques that can be practiced at home to incorporate these ideas.

This workshop can be specifically tailored for any group, as we will use the principles of the Alexander Technique in relation to the group’s activities.

Alexander Technique workshop for the Canadian International Summer Harp Institute

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Alexander Technique Workshop – Canadian International Summer Harp Institute

August 2nd, 2012, 2:00pm-4:00pm

Heather will be teaching an introductory Alexander Technique workshop at the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra School of Music on August 2nd, 2012.   This workshop is privately booked for the participants of the Canadian International Summer Harp Institute. However, this workshop can be specifically tailored for any group, and we will use the principles of the Alexander Technique in relation to the group’s activities.  Please contact Heather if you would like to book a workshop for your group.

Introduction to the Alexander Technique
(2 hour class)
Practical experiments will be used to learn how to notice tightening, release muscle tension, re-establish better balance and move more efficiently. Participants will explore techniques to gain body awareness, allowing them to move and perform in a more free and enjoyable manner.   Each one-time class is 2 hours in length and is limited to between 8 and 12 students.