Sparks is a new hub of ‘sustainability, creativity and education’ which has been set up in the old Marks & Spencer in Broadmead shopping centre, Bristol.
Last Sunday, I had the opportunity to introduce the Alexander Technique to members of the public passing through this space, thanks to the brilliant support of Mila Plants.
The event was a real success. I gave around 10 minutes of free hands-on Alexander Technique work to 16 people of all ages and backgrounds. Some had musculoskeletal issues, and some didn’t, but all of them said it was a positive experience. Many of them looked quite different walking away, even after that short intervention.
From my perspective, it’s really exciting to be able to bring the Alexander Technique to a wider audience. Certain groups have often heard of it (musicians, actors and those with back pain) but many more haven’t.
Most of the people I worked with on Sunday had never come across the Alexander Technique. There’s a lot of work to do to make it better known.