Alexander Technique

Alexander Technique is a personal trainer based in Chiswick, London. Led by Elizabeth Dodgson, Msc MSTAT, this esteemed teacher offers one-on-one lessons to help individuals restore balance and coordination, improve poise, suppleness, and mobility, gain control to reduce stress and pain, and overall improve health vitality and awareness.

Throughout our lives, we develop physical habits that interfere with our natural, easy movement. These habits can lead to aches and pains, stiffness of joints, headaches, and more. Alexander Technique lessons aim to rediscover the natural poise of the body that we can observe in young children, often bringing a sense of general well-being. As FM Alexander stated, “In this work is exactly what is being done in Nature where the conditions are right, the difference being that we are learning to do it consciously.

The Alexander Technique is a psychophysical re-education of the postural mechanism. Lessons are conducted on a one-to-one basis, allowing the teacher to use their hands to guide the pupil in improving the quality and ease of movement.

This technique is beneficial for a wide range of individuals. People who suffer from back pain, neck/joint problems, headaches, voice and breathing issues, RSI, and stress or posture-related disorders can find relief through Alexander Technique lessons. Elizabeth Dodgson, being a Trustee of the Charity BackCare, has specific experience in helping individuals manage these conditions.

Actors, musicians, and other professionals who rely on the quality of their movement can also benefit greatly from Alexander Technique lessons. It is taught in reputable music and drama schools worldwide.

Sports enthusiasts seeking to prevent injury and improve performance can also find value in Alexander Technique lessons. Elizabeth Dodgson is particularly interested in working with athletes and those looking to return to sports safely after an injury or a long pause. She has had success helping individuals with their running, cycling, swimming, and skiing. Additionally, she organises regular running and cycling workshops in Chiswick and is an active member of the Chiswick Tennis and Canoe Clubs.

Finally, many people simply take Alexander Technique lessons to rediscover a feeling of lightness and ease in their everyday movements. Elizabeth Dodgson has been teaching the Alexander Technique since 2002 to individuals of all age groups and ranges of ability. She is also a teacher at the prestigious Alexander Teacher Training school at Imperial Wharf, CTC.

To book a lesson or make further inquiries, individuals can reach out to Elizabeth Dodgson at 020 8994 9527 or 07762 085840, or visit the Alexander Technique Chiswick website.