Teaching Statement:
In her in-person classes, Stefanie teaches the Alexander Technique with an emphasis on experiential learning tailored to the needs of actors. She introduces core principles of the Technique, including a mindset shift that values process over results.
Through practical exercises and Feldenkrais®-inspired guided movement explorations, you will learn to recognize and transform limiting habits, creating new possibilities for ease, presence, and creative expression. Along with the hallmark Constructive Rest Position, cherished by actors for warming up before or restoring themselves after the challenges of performance, you will also learn complementary self-care techniques.
To support your progress, Stefanie recommends two brief, five-minute self-study sessions per day between classes. This course is suitable for beginners and those with prior experience. For comfort and hygiene during floor work, please bring a beach towel or light blanket to cover the mats.
Bio:
Stefanie Proessl, MA, LMT, brings a rich background to her work in the Alexander Technique having studied with senior trainers in various countries, including England, Germany, Israel, and the US. Her passion for delving deeper into the connections between the body, mind, and spirit led her to explore complementary holistic approaches, such as the Feldenkrais Method, Craniosacral Therapy and Focusing. Consequently, Stefanie’s approach to the Alexander Technique is influenced by insights she gained from these modalities as she tailors her approach to the requirements and needs of her students and clients. Being in private practice for over 25 years and being a tutor for professional training courses in Craniosacral Therapy since 2017, she has extensive experience with individuals and groups, both in-person and online.