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Keys To Superior Performance

Robert Rickover talks with Roy Palmer, an Alexander Technique teacher in Bedford, England about ways the Alexander Technique can help with sports performance. Roy has specialized in working with athletes and writing books about athletics. Roy: “Alexander Technique is a … Continue reading

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Why Do All Major Acting Programs Have Alexander Technique Classes?

Robert Rickover talks with Belinda Mello, an Alexander Technique teacher in New York City. Belinda discusses ways in which the Technique can help an actor prepare and perform, as well as why the Alexander Technique is a taught at the … Continue reading

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Musicians Seeking Higher Performance, Less Tension

John Macy, an Alexander Technique teacher, Physical Therapist and Pilates instructor in Omaha, Nebraska talks with Robert Rickover about working with performers, particularly musicians. John: “The head is a big piece of weight that we have on top of this … Continue reading

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Common Mistakes Alexander Technique Teachers Make With Their Websites

I was listening to Robert Rickover list off mistakes: * Putting skeletons on your website. * Using jargon such as “inhibition” or “primary control” or “constructive conscious control” and the like. * Putting up photos of the teacher with his … Continue reading

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Holding Down The Body To Prevent Feeling

Psycho-therapist and Alexander Technique teacher Anthony Kingsley tells Robert Rickover: “Alexander Technique develops capacities for stillness, non-reactivity and inhibition, the capacity to not rush ahead and finish people’s sentences.” “The pupil can say, ahh, I know I’m really holding myself, … Continue reading

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