Elyse Shafarman, Alexander Technique Lessons - San Francisco & Oakland
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2007 Alexander Technique workshops:
DEEP PHYSIOLOGICAL RELAXATION
Free introductory class
Saturday Jan 20, 2007, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Elephant Pharmacy Berkeley, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley (map)
LEARN about the physiology and anatomy of the stress cycle and some Alexander Technique methods to remove the effects of stress from your body. Experience the calming effects of Alexander hands-on work, and take home some simple methods that you can use on your own.
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To confirm your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255
FREE YOUR SHOULDERS
Free introductory Alexander Technique class
Saturday Feb 17, 2007, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley (map)
LEARN how to let your shoulders carry themselves and experience the release of long held tension. This class will introduce you to the functional anatomy of the arms, shoulders and upper chest and help you to apply this knowledge to move in concert with your skeletal design.
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To reserve your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255
FREE YOUR NECK AT WORK
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Three Embarcadero Center, SF
Friday March 2, 2007, 4:00-5:30 pm
LEARN skills to relieve tension and relax on site - at your desk and during commute time. We will focus on techniques to enhance awareness and ease during everyday movement.
FREE YOUR KNEES
Free introductory Alexander Technique class
Sunday March 4, 2007, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley (map)
LEARN how to use gravity, momentum and the natural spring of your spine to save your knee joints in common activities like walking, running, sitting and standing.
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To reserve your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255
BAY AREA NATIONAL DANCE WEEK
Free Alexander Technique Movement Workshop
Saturday April 21, 2007, 1-3:00 pm (Note time correction)
Mission Yoga - Sun Room, 2390 Mission St. SF CA
Elyse is thrilled to offer a new introductory Alexander Technique class as part of the Bay Area National Dance Week Celebration. Open to all levels and types of movers. Participants will leave with a basic idea of how Alexander Technique can help refine, free up and expand their movement range.
Participation limited. Call 415.342.6255 to pre-register.
FREER BREATHING
Free introductory Alexander Technique class
Sunday, May 27, 2007, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley (map)
EXPLORE methods to coordinate the free use of breath, voice and body. Experience the release of habitual tension. Movement and hands-on guidance.
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To reserve your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE BASICS
Introductory Class
Sunday, June 24, 2007, 11:30am – 12:30 pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 (map)
Previous workshops have focused on thematic material, such as how Alexander Technique can help with neck pain, voice production, and breath. In this workshop, I will guide you through a set of experiments that FM Alexander used over 100 years ago as he was inventing his work. Like FM, you will to learn how to decommission tension habits and unleash the natural lengthening action of the spine. With a little luck, you will leave with a taste of how to apply Alexander's methods to free your self in everyday situations.
Space is limited and past workshops have been packed. Come early!
SUMMER TRAINING CONGRESS
American Conservatory Theater
Alexander Technique Assistant
June 18 - August 3, 2007Elyse is thrilled to begin her 4th season at ACT's Summer Training Congress, helping actors discover new freedom in voice, body and expression with the Alexander Technique.
THE MIND BODY CONNECTION
Introductory Alexander Technique Class
Sunday, Sept 9 2007, 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 (map)
Pioneer biofeedback researchers Elmer and Alyce Green stated that, "Every change in the physiological state is accompanied by an appropriate change in the mental emotional state and vice versa." Learn how to strengthen this connection between mind and body, with a specific focus on releasing tight muscles and moving with efficiency and ease. .
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To reserve your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255
COMPUTER USERS CLINIC
Introductory Alexander Technique Class
Sunday, October 28, 2007, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Elephant Pharmacy, 1607 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 (map)
Learn how to apply Alexander Technique to maintain ease at the computer. Particular attention will be paid to improving work habits so that you can lighten up your neck, jaw, shoulders, back, wrists and hands. Participants will have the chance to receive feedback while practicing on a computer. Feel free to bring your laptop.
This workshop is free, however space is limited and previous workshops have been packed. To reserve your spot, contact Elyse at 415.342.6255