Alexander Technique

“For in the mind of man lies the secret of this ability to resist, to conquer and finally to govern the circumstance of his life, and only by the discovery of that secret will ever be able to realize completely the perfect condition of ‘mens sana in corpore sano.’”

— F.M. Alexander

Maggie McRae is an AmSAT certified Alexander Technique Teacher based in Monterey, Massachusetts.

Maggie began taking Alexander Technique lessons in North Carolina in 2011 with Suzanne Faulkner. She began her teacher’s training course with Ruth Kilroy in 2015 and graduated from ATTC in 2017.

Maggie teaches private lessons and workshops in the Berkshires. She has also offered lessons at Nordic Fiddles and Feet music camp.

FAQs

What is the Alexander Technique?

Alexander Technique is a psycho-physical technique that reeducates the inner coordination of the body to restore the natural dynamic relationship between the head, neck, back, and feet.

What are the benefits of Studying Alexander Technique?

Prevention and recovery from injuries, chronic pain, and chronic health problems (e.g. Asthma, Sciatica, etc.)
Improves performance in theatre, dance, and music
Reduces stress fatigue and tension accumulated in the workplace and in daily activities

How is Alexander Technique taught?

The Alexander Technique is learned through a series of half-hour or forty-five minute private lessons
Students receive hands-on guidance paired with verbal instruction to learn improved inner coordination of the body
Problems are always addressed on an individual basis, providing the student with the necessary tools for improvement