Current Classes & Workshops

To book an individual lesson, or register for any class or workshop, please email lessons@amiraglaser.com or call 646.246.7983.  For more information about individual or shared lessons, or customized workshops please see the Study’ page.

AT Samplers

Come join Amira for a hands-on introduction to the Alexander Technique. details


Curious about the Technique? Thinking about taking individual lessons, a group class, or bringing the Technique to your institution? Or just want to find out more? This class is for you. Everyone gets hands-on experience—class limited to 4!

Next Dates:
Friday, March 9  1:30-2:30 pm
Sunday, May 6 4-5 pm
Friday, June 8 1-2 pm

Fee: $20
Location: 41 Union Square West

Pre-registration required, lessons@amiraglaser.com or 646.246.7983

Re-Discover Your Natural Ease:
Alexander Technique group class

In this series of ten classes we will explore the principles of the Alexander Technique and seek to deepen our understanding and use of the Technique in our daily lives.
details


A great introduction to the Technique, I also welcome students with all levels of experience – however little or much – who want to expand or refresh their skills. Class size limited, register early!

In class we will explore:

  • Tension patterns you may be experiencing and how to move out of them.
  • Freeing the natural breath.
  • The integration of the head-neck-back relationship.
  • Choosing response vs. reaction.
  • The functional anatomy of our movement.
  • The impact of our thought on our bodies.
  • Everyday movements like walking, reaching and bending, as well as specialized activities from your daily life (such as singing, monologues, public speaking, computer work and desk work, meditation and yoga positions, etc.).


Dates: Tuesdays, May 8th -  July 10th
Time: 2:45—4:00 pm
Class registration includes one individual lesson for each participant
Fee: $315 by May. 15th, $350 thereafter.
Location: The American Center for the Alexander Technique, 39 W 14th St.

Free your Neck, Free your Back: An Introductory Workshop on the Alexander Technique

This introductory workshop is for people coping with neck, back and shoulder pain or discomfort.
details


Ever wondered if there are thing that you do to exacerbate your unease? We’ll look at how the Alexander Technique fits into these common concerns and participants will have a chance for some gentle experiential understanding.

Next Date: TBA
2:00 – 3:30 pm
Fee:
$25

Alexander Technique for Performers with The Art of Breathing

Find your ‘inspiration.’ This workshop is designed especially for those who perform or desire to.
details


In this half-day workshop, students will have the chance to connect with the present moment awareness of the Alexander Technique and apply its principles to their art form.
We will also explore the natural breath and look at how we can stop interfering with the ‘inspiration’ of our emotional expression. A wonderful way for performers to re-connect and refresh previous Alexander study; as well as those looking for an in-depth introduction to the Alexander Technique.

Next date TBA
Fee:$75
Location: The American Center for the Alexander Technique, 39 W 14th St.


De-Stress with the Alexander Technique

Stressed? Body aches and pains? Join Amira to find out more about this practical approach for bringing more ease into your daily life.
details


An hour and a half workshop is designed to introduce you to the Alexander Technique, and look at applications for how you can use the Technique to live a more stress-free life. Do everything you want and need to do, while doing less within yourself! Discover the Alexander Technique.


Next Date TBA
Fee: $25

Please check back for upcoming dates and locations, or email lessons@amiraglaser.com and we will notify you!

Comments are closed.