Alexander Technique
I see the Alexander Technique as an effective, exciting, reliable framework for change, that has the potential to enable each individual to become more fully themselves. I see my role as an Alexander Teacher more as being an enabler, a guide and a witness to the changes that each person has the potential to make.
Alexander Technique Workshops Open to AllProfessional Development
Workshops for Alexander Teachers & Trainees
Flying the Training-Course Nest
A course for final-term Alexander students, post-graduates and teachers wanting support or supervision for their teaching.
Flying the training course nest' can be a lonely and challenging experience. After three years of input and sheltered teaching, a new graduate is 'overnight' expected to be able to 'go out there and get on with it'! When faced with teaching 'out there in the real world' new questions arise: 'Why can't I move this pupil's leg?' (I could always move other student's legs on the training course), 'How much should I tell my pupils?' (I never had to talk much on my training as we all knew what to do). 'What do I do with my new pupil who has a frozen shoulder?' etc Yet at this important time a new teacher is often alone with their questions.
Personally I struggled with this transition for a long time. I felt insecure about my teaching, frequently learning by 'trial and error', and I longed for feedback and support from a mentor figure. Now, years on, I feel there are many long-term rewards to be gained in one's practice through making a more supported transition into teaching. Having a regular time for support, reflection, feedback, questions and generally being able to draw upon the experience and skills of a teacher who has been through this transition process could be incredibly helpful, and, with luck, encourage a new strength, assurance and confidence in the process of teaching.
This group meets approx. every 6 weeks, for a day, and telephone support is offered in-between these days, as needed. Half the day provides a space for questions about teaching; individuals discussing case-studies; sharing challenges, and generally looking at how to best manage the process of teaching, whilst honouring the individual's training, style of teaching and belief system. This space addresses both the complexities of all involved with teaching, and also the 'background mechanics' e.g. the implications involved in where to teach; of when to take payment, deal with cancellations etc
The second half of the day is a time for additional input that perhaps wasn't covered whilst training, or that needs refreshing: e.g. working with the Dart procedures; the anatomy of Alexander's directions; application work, procedures for specific conditions etc. This work would be in response to whatever the group felt would be most useful.
This group is held at my house in Forest Row (30 miles south of London).
For current dates and costs please enquire: see the contact us section.
Supervision and practical hands-on work for Alexander Teachers
Sunday 14th March 2010, 11am - 4pm
Forest Row - please enquire exact location
An opportunity to bring questions or challenges about teaching practice within a supportive and encouraging environment,
and to explore and expand a repetoire of hands on work, as appropriate.
An invaluable resource for new teachers.
Cost:£40, places limited, so do book early.
Bookings: To book a place please send a cheque for the full amount to Delia Rosenboom:
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
or contact Delia on 01342 825031 or delia@naturalvoice.net
Dart Work
A practical workshop for Alexander Teachers and Trainees
Sunday 9th May 2010, 11am - 4pm
Garden Room, Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, RH18 5DZ
Prof. Raymond Dart developed simple ways of applying F.M's principles, to work on himself, using the floor to give him feedback.
We will explore some of the inspiring and invaluable ways in which his work can be beneficially used to work with pupils and also as a tool to work on one's self.
There will be a focus on the head, neck and torso.
N.B. Please bring a blanket or sleeping bag to lie on and a pillowcase to lie your face on.
Cost:£40, places limited, so do book early.
Dart Work
A practical, experiential workshop for
Alexander Teachers and Trainees
Saturday 17th July 2010, 11am - 4pm
Garden Room, Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row, RH18 5DZ
Prof. Raymond Dart developed simple ways of applying F.M's principles, to work on himself,
using the floor to give hom feedback.
We will continue to explore some of the inspiring and invaluable ways in which his work can be beneficially used to work with pupils and also as a tool to work on one's self.
There will be a focus on the limbs
N.B. Please bring a blanket or sleeping bag to lie on and a pillowcase to lie your face on.
Cost:£40 or if attending the Anatomy of the Directions on 18th July, then £70 for both workshops.
Places limited, so do book early.
Bookings: To book a place please send a cheque for the full amount to Delia Rosenboom BY 12th JULY:
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
or contact Delia on 01342 825031 or delia@naturalvoice.net
Anatomy of the Directions
Sunday 18th July 2010, 11am - 4pm
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
What is really happening when we 'Free the neck', or send the 'Knees forwards and away?'
This is an opportunity to explore and understand anatomically, how our muscles and bones are affected
when we work with FM's directions.
Cost:£40 or if attending the Dart workshop on 17th July, then £70 for both workshops. Places limited, so do book early.
Bookings: To book a place please send a cheque for the full amount to Delia Rosenboom:
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
or contact Delia on 01342 825031 or delia@naturalvoice.net
Listening Hands'
A practical workshop for Alexander Teachers and Trainees
Sunday 3rd October 2010, 11am - 4pm
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
An opportunity to deepen your ability to listen with your hands when working, to 'tune in' to your pupil and to work with increased sensitivity.
We will also explore how an increased 'listening approach' can be both essential and invaluable when working with pupils experiencing shock, grief, fear or trauma.
A nourishing, practical, experiential day for Alexander Teachers and trainees.
Cost:£40, places limited, so do book early.
Bookings: To book a place please send a cheque for the full amount to Delia Rosenboom:
33 Upper Close, Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5DS
or contact Delia on 01342 825031 or delia@naturalvoice.net