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Developing Self Courses
The Developing Self Education Training Course
Next course begins 27th & 28th April, 2024.
Details below.
Alexander in Education Training
The Developing Self Education Training Course
Primary School, Secondary School and Tertiary Levels
A course taking place over four full days and divided into two weekends, followed by the opportunity for on-site training. Over 100 teachers have now taken this course, creating a vibrant and creative pool of trained teachers supporting each other in this rewarding area of work. We hope that you can join us.
We offer this training in the London area of the UK. However if you would like us to bring the course to you, please contact us and we can discuss it.
"I took part in the first Education Course 2016-2017 and can warmly recommend it! Sue and Judith have a wealth of experience of working with young people of all ages and working in different educational environments and are freely sharing it..." Read More
Suitable For
All interested Alexander Teachers and 9th term (final semester) students – previous experience of working with children and young adults is not required. Teachers and students from all countries and all Alexander Technique professional bodies are welcomed.
"I write this article still fired up with enthusiasm after completing the two-part training programme on teaching the AT in schools and colleges." Full review here
Course Aims and Objectives
The aim of this course is to equip you with the necessary skills to go into schools and colleges to teach the Alexander Technique. Particular skills are required in order to teach children and young adults in an educational setting. We offer training in how to teach a specific, standard Alexander Technique curriculum - the Alexander in Education Foundation Course. The curriculum differs for primary school, secondary school and tertiary levels. Applying a curriculum would be a strong starting point for any school or college and for your longer-term association with them.
PLEASE NOTE:
The work evolves all the time. The world is changing very fast. Below we outline some of the areas that we intend to share and explore with you. However, it is most likely that there will be other areas that we will wish to explore and also just possible that some of the work we plan to do with you may no longer seem so relevant.
It is also possible that we may decide to adjust the structure of the course depending on the circumstances at the time.
"I just wanted to say how the work over the weekend has changed my thinking about the technique.
Something, many things, clicked during the weekend but I think mainly it was the importance to find it for myself, to own it as Sue put it, to stop trying to use other people's language and to really say NO to the need to get it right! .." Read more
Course Teachers
The course is devised and taught by Judith Kleinman MSTAT, AGSM and Sue Merry ATI. Both Judith and Sue have extensive experience of teaching the Alexander Technique in education. Sue has been finding unique ways of working with primary school children since 1994 and is a founder member of Educare Small School where the Alexander Technique is integrated into the school day. Judith teaches at the Royal College of Music and The Junior Academy of Music. The Developing Self is currently engaged in a couple of projects aimed at taking Alexander work into secondary and tertiary education. One of these projects is a collaboration with the STAT Education Special Interest group.
Judith and Sue are delightful teachers. This thoughtfully designed, comprehensive workshop inspired and informed me as an A.T. teacher in a university setting and as the parent of a young child. ––Kristin Marrs, Iowa City
Part One: Introducing the Alexander Technique into a School Environment
"I just wanted to say thanks again for an inspiring and really enjoyable weekend. Lots of new ideas and food for thought, already looking forward to February!"
We will introduce the work already being undertaken in education and also looks at the history of the Alexander Technique in Education. Specific focus will be given to the work currently underway at Educare Small School, Secondary Schools and the Royal College of Music. More information below.
Part Two: Developing Alexander Technique Work in a School Environment
In the course of this section we will explore in detail how to teach specific procedures that any school can integrate into the school day. More information below.
Part One Content
Over the first two days we will explore the following:
- A standard curriculum to offer to schools that might be interested in working with the Alexander Technique - The Alexander in Education Foundation Course. This curriculum will be different for Primary Schools and Schools at Secondary Level and beyond.
- We will begin to teach you some of the skills that you will need to implement these curricula. In this workshop we will specifically focus on:
- The Ready List. We now have a public-facing website: www.thereadylist.com We find that introducing the AT in this way is very effective. We will explore this with you.
- What you might include in a preliminary inset day for teachers. For example, introducing The Ready List and helping them to make connections between looking at their own use and understanding the importance of good use for everyone in the classroom.
- How to structure an initial session with a class of primary children.
- How to structure an initial session with a class of secondary children/young adults.
- Tips for managing groups of children and young adults.
- Hands-on work with children and young adults.
Part Two Content
Over the second two days we will explore the following:
- We will look carefully at ways to introduce Body Mapping in a digestible and relevant way to teenagers.
- Further explore the relevance of our work on thinking, impulse control, attitude and approach to life for younger people.
- Discuss and experiment with how our teaching can include movement to avoid getting too static and how we can keep the principles alive within in movement that is accessible to younger students.
- Looking at how young people can engage with technology phones and computers in a healthy and constructive way.
- Further look at ways how to help teenagers make the work their own.
We will continue to work through the proposed curriculum for Primary Schools.
In particular:
- Educare Movement Circle. This is how every day begins at Educare. We will deconstruct Movement Circle, focusing on each of the key movements in turn and discussing and experimenting with ideas for the ‘middle section’.
- Educare Quiet Time. Every day the whole school stops for a short period of relaxation and focus. We will look at and experience every element of Quiet Time. Plus we will discuss and experiment with your ideas.
- Games to explore AT principles.
- Working at a desk/table in the classroom. We will especially focus on the use of writing/drawing implements.
Emotional Literacy and Regulating the Nervous System
We will also be focusing on how our work is relevant in the mental health arena. Many children and young people are grappling with mental health issues. This is especially prevalent since all the lock-downs and general anxiety generated by the Covid pandemic.
How can we empower children to regulate their survival circuits? Sue and Judith will share some of the work they are engaged in that complements Alexander work.
Certification
Our courses are certified by The Developing Self. At the completion of both weekends you will be offered a Developing Self course completion certificate.
Please note that you must complete Part One and Part Two of the course to be certified by us.
On-Site Training
After the completion of both weekends you will be offered the chance to experience AT work either at Educare Small School or at the Royal College of Music. This will be organised to suit the availability of trainees and of Sue and Judith.
When and Where 2024
VENUE LOCATION
12 Cowleaze Road
Kingston Upon Thames
Surrey
KT2 6DZ
DATES
Part One: April 27th & 28th
Part Two: July 13th & 14th
Daily: 10.00 hrs to 17.00 hrs Saturday & to 16.30hrs Sunday
There will be a one hour lunch break each day.
Cost
Part One: £200
Part Two: £200
This price includes copies of Sue & Judith's workbooks for the course.
Developing Self Graduates: We have a limited number of half-price places available for anyone who wants to repeat any of our courses. Please email us if you would like to take advantage of this special offer.
Book Your Place Now: Use the form below or email thedevelopingself@gmail.com
Note: We are currently running just one course a year in the UK and places are limited to only 20 participants. Join our mailing list to hear about this and other news.