Pam Mason
Pam was inspired to train as an Alexander Technique (A.T) teacher by her own experiences – having helped herself to keep her posture balanced and preventing injuries & pain from working in horticulture. She completed her training in 1994, after a 3-year course in Leeds. She has been teaching A.T regularly since then and has taught on the AT teacher-training course in York. Pam teaches one to one to provide the best opportunity for your individual needs to be met and also groups in adult education. She has also worked with music students in Hull, as A.T is very useful to performers.
The A.T is a simple and practical method for self-improvement and self-help. Everyone, any age, not just people with “problems”, can benefit. Using A.T improves poise, vitality and coordination. Breathing and speaking become easier; and movement becomes freer, lighter and more enjoyable. Learning A.T can help you to prevent or alleviate conditions associated with undue tension and poor posture.
In a typical Alexander Technique lesson, you will be guided through basic activities with a gentle hand helping you to re-align your head, back and limbs. The movements cover:
- Bending
- Sitting
- Standing
- Walking
- Breathing
- Crawling
- Lying down
- Movement of the arms
These movements are often the basis of many exercise routines and can complement other programmes. A.T has also been applied to swimming & running.
The current recommended number of lessons is 20, ideally weekly but could be spread out at monthly intervals after your first four weekly introductory sessions. However, any number of lessons will be beneficial.
Considering it takes most of us many years (from about the age of 2) to develop our postural habits, giving ourselves a couple of years to redress the balance/ restore balance is not a lot to give ourselves.
Small group lessons are possible – in order to keep your costs down, you can share lessons with a friend or relative. Please contact Pam to discuss rates & times.
A.T Awareness week is usually the first week of October, so look out for special offers & workshops in The Healing Clinic/Briar House.
