About

Welcome! I’m Henry George, an experienced Alexander Technique teacher.

I teach clients one-to-one at my studio in Bristol and at Trinity Laban Conservatoire in London. I also give workshops for businesses, schools and other organisations. Read more about my Services.

My expertise

Further information about me

I’m a member of The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT), and a trustee of the FM Alexander Trust. In my role as trustee, I oversaw a groundbreaking science animation video of the Alexander Technique.

I am fully insured and DBS checked, and am registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC). I am trained in teaching the Alexander Technique to young people (through the Developing Self programme) and to people with Parkinson’s Disease (through the Poise Project).

I have presented at high-profile conferences and have published in books and journals on the Alexander Technique (see my Science page).

I have degrees from Oxford and Bristol Universities.

Client reviews:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Andy 
 
2023-09-21
 
 
  
I was completely new to the technique and went into my first session with no knowledge at all. I found it a really interesting concept in terms of managing the root cause rather than symptoms. I found Henry a great teacher, he is obviously passionate about what he does and was great to learn from. He explains the history of the technique and provided lots of extra information alongside each session I attended.

Booked one batch and then booked another set earlier this year. Would recommend to anyone - whether experienced or brand new to the Alexander Technique.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Alex Pilkington 
 
2023-07-30
 
 
  
I signed up with Henry expecting to learn what good posture feels like and hoping I could reduce back pain from working in the office.

Instead I came away with what felt like a missing piece of how to live as a human being.

Henry is a superb, gentle and knowledgable teacher and I really do recommend reaching out to understand how the Alexander Technique can help you.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 王子晗Bill 
 
2023-02-23
 
 
  
A useful lesson for life. As for a student that plays violin, I come to Bristol Alexander studio to learn some Alexander technique for helping me better performing. The teacher is very helpful. I have gained skills not only in performing, but also in dealing with stress in daily life. Alexander technique is the best mindfulness too. After several sessions, I feel my body is more relaxed in doing different things, I experienced less pain from body, now I am more confident. Plus, it is also applied in sports, public speaking.... Highly recommend to everybody who wants a healthy and relaxed lifestyle.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Mark Jacobs 
 
2023-02-12
 
 
  
Henry has a fantastic gift. His approach is sensitive, thoughtful and healing - a great teacher :)
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Josh Turnbull 
 
2022-12-13
 
 
  
Very helpful lessons I never knew I needed in being aware to help me through sciatica. Really helped me manage pain and avoid doing all those little things that make things work. Don't think I would have recovered without it
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Alison Stephenson 
 
2022-12-07
 
 
  
I have enjoyed beginning my Alexander Technique journey with Henry. His calm and relaxed approach has supported and encouraged me from week to week.  I can’t thank him enough.  These sessions have really enabled me to change my life.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Stuart 
 
2022-12-07
 
 
  
I have really benefited from my sessions with Henry. After reading and talking to a friend who was experienced with the Alexander technique, I contacted Henry to see if this might help to improve my neck and back posture. His approach is both sensitive and pragmatic, he is a good teacher and follows up each session with web links and reading to keep the student encouraged, so that learning from him is a pleasure. It was interesting to me how the technique can be applied to any daily activity, and I have really enjoyed trying to do that. After many years with bad habits one can only expect that improvement requires time and practice but I am confident that I am on the way!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jo B 
 
2022-11-11
 
 
  
Henry provides a holistic and personalized approach to the Alexander Technique. As a GP this provided me with a different perspective on movement and the way the mind and body interact. The lessons are pitched perfectly and I now have some strategies to avoid injury and promote strength in my day to day. Recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Ruoppola G 
 
2022-07-15
 
 
  
A real privilege to find a teacher like Henry in the city where I live. I enjoyed each of our 7 sessions and also all the useful information he has shared over the past few weeks. I highly recommend Bristol Alexander Studio not only to actors and musicians, but to anyone who wants to learn the best 'use of the self'!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Janet Harrison 
 
2022-04-11
 
 
  
I find the Alexander Technique is fundamental to improving many areas of my life. Working with Henry was fun, interesting and challenging. After the sessions I have gained more freedom in my piano playing aswell as some great ideas to share with my pupils.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Google rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 21 reviews 
 
  
 
 

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Further information about the Alexander Technique

The Alexander Technique is a skill which ensures that the natural poise and resilience you had as a young child continues to be available to you as an adult.

As we get older, we tend to lose our innate ability to coordinate in a healthy and natural way. Everyday things such as workplace stress, using computers and smart-phones or carrying heavy bags begin to interfere with our coordination and cause physical and mental strain.

Dealing with the force of habit

The Alexander Technique recognizes that harmful habits form as a result of the way we react to the stimuli in our lives. Examples include tense neck and shoulders, slouching or shallow breathing. Over time, these harmful habits accumulate and our overall well-being suffers.

Those who have lessons in the Alexander Technique learn to become mindful in their activities, and find a new way to respond to habit and stress. They learn to recognize their harmful habits, how to stop and think, and how to choose a better response.

The result is improved wellbeing and performance on many levels.

Wide-ranging relevance

The value of the Alexander Technique goes beyond just pain prevention and relief.

On one level, it nurtures overall well-being by giving you the tools to deal with psychological, emotional and physical stress.

On another level, it enables you to bring the best of yourself to whatever task you are engaged in. This is because the Alexander Technique demonstrates that as human beings we only function at our very best when we are well-coordinated as a whole.

As such, anyone engaging in any demanding activity such as sports, public speaking, singing or learning a musical instrument will find that their performance improves with the Alexander Technique.

Applying the principles of the Technique means that movements become free from tension, lighter, more flowing, coordinated, subtle and accurate; and that artistic endeavours, freed up from habit, become more powerful and emotionally expressive.

Scientific Basis and the ‘Use of the Self’

The Australian actor FM Alexander was the originator of the Alexander Technique. He discovered that poise and overall coordination rely on a balanced relationship between the head, neck and back. Scientific studies have since confirmed its effectiveness in improving coordination and addressing conditions such as back and neck pain.

The Alexander Technique helps us realize the fundamental importance of how we look after ourselves when moving, resting, breathing, learning or responding to demanding situations. In Alexander’s words, the Technique therefore prioritizes the skilful ‘use of the self’ as a prerequisite for all human endeavours.

This is why John Dewey, sometimes known as the father of American education, is famous for saying that the Alexander Technique ‘bears the same relation to education that education itself bears to all other human activities’.

My Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) statement

I welcome everybody, whatever their background, to discover the benefits of the Alexander Technique. Between 1910 and 1941, FM Alexander published his four books setting out the principles of his Technique, but they also contain certain statements and theories which are racist and discriminatory. I, along with the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT), deplore such statements and theories, and oppose racism and discrimination in all its forms.

Click here for the STAT EDI statement.