private lessons + ongoing classes
What happens in a lesson?
A typical lesson is 45-60 minutes and includes chair and table work. The student receives gentle, refined hands-on and verbal guidance from the teacher, and most often moves through simple activities such as sitting, standing and walking. Other activities such as speaking, singing, dancing, etc. may be studied in the lesson, if the student wishes.virtual private lesson bliss
All are welcome here.
The Alexander Technique is for anyone seeking a greater embodied awareness. This includes all races, religions, gender identities and expressions, ages, abilities (visible and invisible), body types, sexual orientation, immigrant statuses or economic statuses.
Populations served:
- Elderly Ages 65+ (both virtually and in person)
- Performing artists, especially dancers and actors
- Teen Ballet students in Pre-professional settings (private and group classes)
“I have also worked with copywriters, construction project managers, filmmakers, web developers, Pilates instructors, writers, day care providers, and healthcare workers.”
“All welcome, those seeking greater embodied freedom. This includes all races, colors,
religions, sexes, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, national origins,
genetics, body types, abilities (visible and invisible), ages, immigrant statuses and economic
statuses. Mistakes such as biases, prejudices, stereotypes will inevitably be made, because
I am human. However, I am committed to the work: the ongoing process of
being called in, uncovering layers, deepening understanding, and enacting positive change.
I commit to promoting equity and reducing and repairing harm when it happens.”
Book an appointment
Schedule a complimentary free consult, a private lesson, or take advantage of some discounted packages available for private lessons.
IN PERSON sessions available too - please indicate if you require virtual or in person.
previous class offerings
Breath and Balance with Kate Ages 65+
Designed specifically for students ages 65+, 95% of this class takes places in a chair, working within a minimal range of motion for increased sensory awareness, improved strength, mobility and coordination, and a dynamic sense of balance through the whole body. Movements can easily be adapted to lying down or standing.
Gentle Morning Wakeup for Your Whole Self
Experience movement with ease while applying the principles of the Alexander Technique. This extended session on the floor invites students to practice gentle movement through the lens of the AT, focusing on breath, dynamic balance and optimal coordination through the whole mind body. Movement structures and patterns are drawn from such practices as Bartenieff Fundamentals, Yoga, and various Dance Techniques. Bring a small softcover book or two to support your head, and a yoga mat if you’d like.
Through Form: Alexander Technique for Dancers
In this Alexander Technique class for dancers we will investigate allowing form to move through us. Class includes an extended session on the floor to provide a framework for experiencing optimal breathing, awareness and undoing of habit, increased coordination, and movement with ease. Movements drawn from Alexander Technique, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Open Focus Theory and Dance Technique will develop conscious awareness for more poise and potential in dancing. With an integrated sensory awareness and 3-dimensionality, we will apply dance forms to ourselves. We will notice resistance and ease as we allow ourselves to be supported by the ground and our 3-D-ness for alert, easy, powerful dancing.