You learn the Technique with a qualified teacher in one-to-one lessons. Most people notice immediate improvement, and with regular lessons you will effect permanent change.
Your teacher uses gentle touch and instruction to guide you in basic activities like sitting, standing or walking and to improve any movements that give you trouble. You learn to rest constructively, move more mindfully and change unhelpful old habits for the better.
The number of lessons you require depends on your individual needs and goals. I advise weekly lessons at first and you may wish to reduce the frequency as your skill improves. The important thing is taking regular lessons, even if you can't attend weekly.
You wear your normal clothes and will be asked to remove shoes in the lesson, if appropriate.
Jill Payne is an experienced full-time Alexander teacher. Journalist Sarah Warden has a lesson with Jill - read her report online.
