Choosing the unknown
Becoming conscious of our unconscious Self allows us to understand how much we are conditioned by the experiences of the past.
THE CENTRE TECHNIQUE ALEXANDER
RUE DU MUSÉE 4 • 2000 NEUCHÂTEL • SUISSE • +41 (0)32 721 20 89
ONE TO ONE SESSIONS
At the Centre Technique Alexander, we offer one-to-one appointments: the best way to discover the Technique. The majority of the complementary insurances in Switzerland reimburse the Alexander Technique. Please contact your insurance to find out more about it.
TRAINING COURSE
At the Centre Technique Alexander we offer a three years training course for those who wish to work with the Technique professionally. The course is approved by the Association Professionnelle Suisse de la Technique Alexander APSTA/SBAT.
IN THE WORKPLACE
Since 2009 we have been working succesfully with many public institutions and private companies in Switzerland. The Alexander Technique is an excellent tool to help prevent strain and injury in the workplace.
CLINICAL TRIAL RESULTS PUBLISHED IN THE BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL SHOW THAT ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE LESSONS PROVIDE LONG-TERM BENEFIT FOR PATIENCE SUFFERING FROM CHRONICK BACK PAIN
Published in 2008, the trial results clearly show that 24 one-to-one lessons in the Alexander Technique led to important improvements in function, quality of life and reduction of days in pain for the patients. This trial is one of the few major studies to show significant long-term benefits for patients with chronic non-specific low-back pain.
OUR TEAM
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THE F.M. ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE
EASE FROM ACHES & PAINS
It’s entirely possible that you may already have an appreciation of The Alexander Technique. In which case your perception may well be that many people use it to help deal with back pain or postural problems. Of course, this is true. But what is not quite so well known is that The Alexander Technique can also alleviate painful joints, muscles, trapped nerves and Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI). And that it can be effective in the relief of breathing disorders as well.
So if you have a specific ache or pain – unfortunately maybe even a serious one – it’s highly likely that you’ll find The Alexander Technique of great benefit.
A BETTER WAY OF LIVING
But The Alexander Technique can offer you far more than this. By recognising the prime importance of bringing your whole being into balance, The Technique will enable you to work in harmony with yourself, rather than, as is all-too-often the case, with different forces working in opposition. It is this new-found harmony that brings about a positive change in mental and emotional outlook. In short, The Technique fosters a better way of living.
For it is this lack of harmony within ourselves which is responsible for many of our ailments. Because whether they appear mental (like depression or anxiety) or physical (like neck problems or sciatica), it is by dealing with the whole self that The Technique achieves such consistent success.
So if you have a specific ache or pain – unfortunately maybe even a serious one – it’s highly likely that you’ll find The Alexander Technique of great benefit.
A HOLISTIC APPROACH FOR OVER A CENTURY
You might think that the holistic approach of The Alexander Technique is very contemporary, maybe even a little voguish. In fact, it is over a century old. Throughout this period, The Technique has often withstood stringent evaluation, and has always been thoroughly vindicated, winning many admirers in the process.
A HALLMARK OF A BREAKTHROUGH
In fact, as science gains a greater understanding of our postural mechanism and the way we use ourselves, so the evidence comes to support the developing theory and practice of The Alexander Technique. Because over the past hundred years, as science has advanced, so new discoveries have validated The Alexander Technique: a hallmark of a true breakthrough. Not so surprising really, when you bear in mind that even though F.M. Alexander was not a scientist, he wasexacting in his use of Scientific Method in developing his Technique.
TRAINING COURSE
A THREE YEARS TEACHERS' TRAINING COURSE, APPROVED BY THE ASSOCIATION PROFESSIONELLE SUISSE DE TECHNIQUE ALEXANDER - APSTA/SBAT
As the foundation of any hands-on work, every trainee will be encoureged from the beginning, and throughout the course, to work on themselves and to pay a great deal of attention to the development of their own use. This way of learning will help the trainees to continue developing their experience and understanding of the Technique throughout their professional career.
We also believe that practical procedures should be the fundamental aspect of any alexander training course, as they give the trainees practical experience of developing their own teaching skills and ‘teaching hands’.
Classes are in the morning, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays each week. Each class starts at 8:30 and ends at 13:00, with 2 breaks.
For more details please feel free to contact us or to make an appointment to visit our school.
Our training course has as reference points the teaching of Walter and Dilys Carrington at The Constructive Teaching Centre in London and the four books written by F.M. Alexander.
FAQs
SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Naturally, you’ll have some questions about The Alexander Technique: the “how?”, “why?”, “what?”, and “how much?” of it. So we have answered some of the more frequently asked questions here.
What is The Alexander Technique?
The Alexander Technique is a form of practical self-help which anyone can use – whatever their age or physical condition. People use The Technique for a variety of reasons. Some of the most popular include: postural or breathing problems, pain relief, performance enhancement or personal improvement.
How does it work?
The Alexander Technique works by bringing one’s whole self back into natural balance, before we adopted the everyday bad habits that over the years take their inevitable toll.
I’ve tried almost everything. Why should The Alexander Technique work where other treatments have failed?
Unlike specific treatments that isolate a specific symptom and attempt to deal with the effects, The Alexander Technique deals with the whole person. This means that you’ll see an overallimprovement in your well-being.
What happens during an Alexander Technique lesson?
During an Alexander Technique lesson your Teacher will make careful observations, and will guide you through everyday actions like sitting, standing, and laying down. In this way, you will have a practical demonstration of your true potential – which will only grow the more you practice The Technique.
How much does it cost?
Lessons are one-to-one, cost CHF 90.- and last 45 minutes. The majority of the complementary insurances in Switzerland reimburse the Alexander Technique. Please contact your insurance to find out more about it.
How many lessons will I need before I see an improvement?
As you might expect, this varies from person to person.
Why do I need a teacher? Why can’t I learn it myself?
The Alexander Technique undoes all the harmful habits we have acquired over the years. Because these habits are so ingrained, they feel natural. This means that doing the right thing would feel wrong.
BLOG
Essayez la Technique Alexander pour courir mieux
« La plupart des coureurs que je connais sont venus à la Technique Alexander pour deux raisons principales : soit parce quʼils se blessaient, soit parce quʼils stagnaient au niveau de leurs performances »
What are you grateful for ?
Physical, psychological and emotional balance are fundamental components for the growth and repair of the human organism.
Une nouvelle aventure a commencé !
Notre formation 2018 / 2019 inclut maintenant aussi le Tronc Commun TC et le Stage professionnel TC.
Subventions fédérales pour la formation CTAN
Le cours de formation <strong>CTAN</strong> est soutenu par la Confédération.
Stufen
In the last few days I had the pleasure to present the Alexander Technique to the teachers at the the Musikschule Konservatorium in Zürich. Working with talented and creative individuals, helping them to discover, to access and to express their potentials through our work is always a very rewarding experience. Becoming conscious of our unconscious Self is the first step towards growth and development at all levels.
I hope you will enjoy this simple way of presenting and structuring the Technique.
The power of transformation
On the 19th of November I had the privilege to present the SBAT/APSTA CH-Forum 2016 in Neuchâtel. Helped by my co-director Nathalie Sandoz and colleagues Kate Kelly, Marta Baron, Paolo Frigoli and Colin Beattie, I was able to share my experience and understanding of the Technique with a group of over 50 attendees, mainly teachers and a few trainees. A big thank you to Council for this opportunity and to Karin for being so helpful with organizing this event.
Notre clip est en ligne !
Nous sommes très heureux de mettre en ligne notre clip publicitaire de Technique Alexander APSTA/SBAT, disponible en trois langues.
Creating a New Self
<strong>CTAN PRESENTATION – SBAT/APSTA AGM 2015</strong>
First of all, I’d like to thank Council for allowing us some time to present our schools on
today’s busy schedule. I would also like to thank you in advance for your attention; I know
that paying attention, being present, is one of the most valuable gifts we can offer one
another.
Une expérience avec la Technique Alexander
La Technique Alexander avec Nathalie Sandoz. Canal Alpha.
Une découverte
Dire que la Technique Alexander m’a permis de développer mes potentialités, c’est peu dire.
Après plusieurs années de pratique et d’enseignement de la Technique Alexander, je suis toujours comédienne, j’ai étendu le champ de mes activités à la mise en scène, à la production de spectacles et à l’enseignement au travers de cours de théâtre.
Una transizione dietetica e il lavoro di F.M. Alexander
Alla ricerca di un equilibrio dietetico dobbiamo riconoscere che nel corso di un’esistenza o forse più, i nostri sensi sono stati condizionati dalle nostre abitudini. Abbiamo bisogno di focalizzare la nostra attenzione e i nostri intenti sulla loro rieducazione attraverso un processo di transizione, e se credo nel metodo senza curarmi troppo delle mie sensazioni, i risultati non potranno non arrivare. Il mio cammino ha bisogno di una giusta direzione.
Quand ma pensée est claire
Mon métier de comédienne et de metteure en scène m’a amené à travailler énormément en groupe, à en connaître ses rouages subtils et cachés, ses complexités mais aussi sa force et sa beauté.
Una storia personale
Conclusi i miei studi musicali a Berna con un Solistendiploma in oboe, ho collaborato con diverse orchestre e gruppi da camera in Europa. Ho conosciuto la Tecnica Alexander a Londra nel 1998 alla ricerca di una soluzione per un mal di schiena che mi aveva accompagnato per tanti anni.
Revenir dans l’instant présent
Ma formation de base est musicale. En 1995, j’ai obtenu ma Virtuosité en Hautbois au Conservatoire Supérieure de Berne et j’ai collaboraré avec différents groupes en qualité d’élève, d’enseignant ou de professeur d’orchestre.
Apprendre et pratiquer
Décrire mes compétences de Technique Alexander signifie pour moi décrire un processus d’apprentissage extrêmement dynamique commencé avec ma première leçon en 1999.