Frederick Mathais Alexander
“If you stop doing the wrong thing, the right thing will do it itself ”
Frederick Mathais Alexander (1869-1955) was a Tasmanian actor whose voice became hoarse during performances on stage.
Despite medical assistance, the problem continues. Determined to find the root-cause, Alexander identified movements linked to his posture and coordination. So he developed a technique that not only eliminated his vocal problem, but also brought about remarkable improvements in his general health. Encouraged to teach his methods to others, Alexander came to London in 1904 and continued to develop and teach his technique in London and America.
The Alexander Technique is now recognised internationally and widely used as a tool for improving performance and for preventing and alleviating stress-related symptoms, occupational aches and pains and excess muscular tension. The Alexander Technique works by exploring the idea that we often create the tension that can cause us to feel tired and suffer aches and pains. From ordinary things, such as walking, standing, sitting, running, cycling, driving, to gardening, doing a sport, playing a musical instrument, using a computer, dancing, singing, public speaking, the Alexander Technique is a method that can help you perform all your usual activities without unnecessary tension.