Performing artists is one occupational group that has studied the Alexander Technique extensively. Performing artists are extremely aware of the potential for serious injury as a result of repetitious work. The work demands of actors/actresses/dancers require hours of daily practice and rehearsal as well as maintaining performance schedules. The drive or desire to perform at peak levels of skill, performers want to extend their careers as long as possible. RSIs (Relative Strength and Index) represent a serious threat to their livelihood and career longevity. It is for these reasons that the Alexander Technique is found in the curriculum of most performing arts schools.

The Alexander Technique of New York is studied in groups as well as in private lessons. Students are taught how to observe themselves in a new way and bring a higher level of awareness to routine activities. The Alexander Technique does not involve a prescription to do certain exercises or to practice new positions, which sometimes surprises students. They quickly learn that exercises or positions will not teach them anything fundamentally new. But teach them to observe themselves in a new way and experience the physical benefits that come from a more refined understanding of all the elements of everyday tasks such as sitting, standing, walking and working.

In an Alexander lesson, students by experience about the physical changes through the gentle guidance of the teacher’s hands. These changes are a direct result of reduction of static work demands and force. As students study the Technique, they notice that they feel more comfortable performing everyday tasks because they have learned how to lower static work and applied force within their bodies.

Students of the Alexander Technique in Brooklyn report increased self-confidence as they learn to exert a constructive influence over the repetitive injury process; they discover that they do not have to be unwitting victims of RSIs. With an increased sense of self-reliance and fresh outlook on how to protect their body from injury that contributes to less anxiety, the more resilient they become and better prepared to handle the work challenges safely.

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