It’s the Thought that Counts – Some Comparisons between the Alexander Technique and Psychotherapy
Article added April 3, 2012
Written by Keith Silvester. INTRODUCTION When you mention Alexander in conversation the usual response is “oh I better straighten up” and the person usually stiffens like a new army recruit. Or I get, “oh I’ve got such back problems, can it cure me?” I then find myself ‘at pains’ to explain that the Technique is […]
Reflections on Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga
Article added January 23, 2012
Written by Aino Klippel. An Alexander Teacher’s reflections on Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga in the tradition of Pattabhi Jois. “The experience you want is in the process of getting it…” In this essay I describe how to teach the basics of the Alexander Technique in a way that would be approachable to a student of ashtanga yoga. […]