Children often strain their necks, backs, and shoulders while learning. Schools should teach them to move with ease to protect focus and wellbeing. Without this, habits formed early leads to pain, headaches, and poor concentration.

The Alexander Technique offers practical skills to prevent these problems. It supports physical health and restores emotional balance. Body mapping and movement awareness build lasting self-control.

I saw this firsthand as an Apprentice Teacher at the Royal College of Music. Students who learned to play without tension avoided pain, repetitive strain injuries, and breathing issues common before Alexander Technique classes.

Learning is more enjoyable when children are free of tension.

Schools should teach the Alexander Technique to create healthier environments. This gives children the skills to grow into balanced adults. Including the Alexander Technique in education helps students manage their bodies and minds with ease.

It reduces strain, supports wellbeing, and makes learning a positive experience from childhood through adulthood.

“Everyone is always teaching one what to do, leaving us still doing things we shouldn’t do.” FM Alexander