My Alexander Technique lessons are taught one-on-one, and are generally 40-60 minutes long. I offer the first lesson free in order to give people a chance to learn about the benefits of the Alexander Technique firsthand. After the first lesson, individual lessons cost $120, a pack of five lessons are sold at 5% discount ($570), and a pack of ten lessons are sold at a 10% discount ($1080).
Lessons begin with a brief conversation where I assess the student's progress and needs, and address any questions or issues that the student may have. Afterwards, the student is guided through activities while lying on a massage table (I recommend wearing pants instead of a skirt because of this portion of the lesson). While lying down, one is not distracted by movement or gravity, thus allowing for more profound 'muscle memory' and 'conscious' learning to occur. The remainder of the lesson is spent in front of a mirror where simple activities, such as sitting and standing, are performed.
The physical guidance used during lessons is always very gentle, and this gentleness is one of the reasons why the magnitude of the results of the Alexander Technique are so impressive. Also, any movement that is taught is accompanied by thorough explanation, which is very empowering for the client.
Generally, a student feels great for a few hours after the first lesson. Between the third and fifth lesson, most students are able to start replicating the results of the lessons at home. Around the tenth lesson, the Alexander Technique is available to students in most activities. Finally, by the fifteenth lesson, most people are using the technique consistently and effectively, and often tell me that they are feeling better than they have felt in several years or, in some cases, ever.
After reaching the level of an 'advanced student', many people come in once or twice a year for a "tune-up" lesson. These "tune-ups" are common among people who suffered chronic pain, and want to make sure they avoid recurrences.
For advanced students who want the pleasure and benefits of long-term frequent lessons, I offer brief "tune-up" sessions for only $60.