Description
Product ID: | 9781848193888 |
Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
Country of Manufacture: | GB |
Title: | Teaching the Alexander Technique |
Subtitle: | Active Pathways to Integrative Practice |
Authors: | Author: Cathy Madden |
Page Count: | 288 |
Subjects: | Complementary therapies, healing and health, Alexander technique |
Description: | Select Guide Rating A highly experienced teacher unpacks the process of the Alexander Technique for new practitioners. The book includes examples and stories, and current research on education and neuroscience. Covering observation, communication and tactile skills, it shows readers how to develop these skills Thoughtful and accessible, this guidebook unpacks the teaching process of the Alexander Technique for new and more experienced practitioners. By demonstrating the pathway from learning the Alexander Technique for oneself to teaching it, Madden identifies the skill sets required for excellence in teaching the Alexander Technique, and shows readers how they can acquire and develop these skills themselves. Observation, communication and tactile skills are all covered, and particular attention is paid to group teaching, which is neglected in current literature. This is combined with discussion of current research on education and neuroscience, enabling the reader to build a truly informed and effective practice. |
Imprint Name: | Singing Dragon |
Publisher Name: | Jessica Kingsley Publishers |
Country of Publication: | GB |
Publishing Date: | 2018-07-19 |