Who studies the Alexander Technique?
All sorts of people study the technique for all sorts of reasons. For example:
| Who Studies? |
Why do they Study? |
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Performing artists (actors, dancers, and musicians) and athletes (such as horseback riders, tennis players, golfers, athletes and martial artists) |
To improve coordination, avoid injury, and enhance performance |
| Injured people |
To mitigate problems arising from neck, shoulder or back pain, scoliosis, RSI, movement disorders, arthritis, TMJ, or other musculoskeletal conditions or injuries |
| Working people (such as computer users, medical and dental professionals, and massage therapists) |
To counter work-related tension,
fatigue or pain. |
| Mothers and mothers-to-be |
To help with the special demands of pregnancy, childbirth, and looking after young children |
| Singers, speakers, and people with vocal and respiratory difficulties |
To overcome interference in breathing and voice production |
And anyone wanting to increase poise, ease of movement and composure.
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