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Alexander TechniqueThrough re-education and repatterning, Alexander Technique helps alleviate pain and weakness as a result of poor posture, therefore improving pain management for chronic disabilities, and "enhanced" rehabilitation following surgery or injury.
We all do what we know and are familiar with, often without thought and preconceived ideas we don't even know we have. As you become clear about your movement/thinking habits, you will discover how to guide yourself to a better balance and ease. You will be able to make new choices while responding to a stimulus. In this way your unique mechanism will change and support you in the best way possible, whatever activity you choose to do.
I received my training as an Alexander Teacher at the American Center for the Alexander Technique, the oldest Alexander training program in the United States, which was founded in 1964 by F.M. Alexander's student Debby Caplan & Judy Leibowitz. My training includes a full time completed certification of 1,600 hours of training over a three-year period.
Since my graduation in 1993, I taught at ACAT as a faculty member from 1993 - 1998, where I also continually participate in post-graduate professional development training courses. I was also faculty teacher at the Balance Art Alexander Certification program from 2004 - 2007. Presently I maintain practice in NYC and upstate New York.
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TestimonialsI went to Gywnne for Alexander Technique lessons after I injured my back. These lessons not only reduced my pain, but also let me to feel more confidant, comfortable, and free in daily life. After being too nervous to exercise because of my injury, I started to do Pilates with Gwynne because I trust her knowledge of the mechanics of the body. Through Pilates I became stronger and more flexible and enjoyed doing so.
Jennie K.
Lower East Side
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Gwynne Marshall has been my personal trainer for several years. She is not only a very fine teacher, but also a gentle and compassionate instructor. Taking into consideration my age and beginner status when we started, I have progressed amazingly under her tutelage. Gwynne is erudite, well read and talented. Not only do I depend on her for my physical health but she is a fine caterer and excellent chef. It has been my pleasure to work with her.
Judy K.
Upper East Side
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"As a tall man who believed he was doomed to a life of chronic back problems, the Alexander Technique changed my life substantively. Learning the Technique allowed me to stop constantly re-injuring myself, as I used to do.
Now whenever I find that the stresses of corporate life are taking a toll on my body, I go to Gwynne for immediate relief and a great refresher on how to care for my body when I'm under stress."
Tony F.
UWS
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Unbelievable!
Keith LOVED his session today! I haven't heard him this excited about something self-constructive for years, so thank you! thank you! thank you!. He's said he's 2" taller already - I can't wait to see him!
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