About the teacher Peter Brierley

I literally stumbled my way into the Alexander Technique with a bad back in 2001. I was working up in London in a stressful city job at the time. My back pain got so bad I couldn’t walk far due to the stabbing pains in my lower back. I tried many different treatments through the NHS and privately and they all gave me some temporary pain relief but the problem kept on coming back. So I started Alexander one-to-one lessons in my lunch hour. I was amazed and a little miffed when my teacher pointed out that a lot of my problem was down to my posture and general poor use!  Anyway I persevered and after a few lessons my back started to change for the better, it felt more connected and stronger. The pain started to subside. I also experienced for the first time this feeling of lightness in movement. I was so impressed and coincidentally I was looking for a lifestyle change from the corporate world therefore decided to undertake the three years training to become an Alexander Technique teacher. I trained at the Essex Alexander School in Ilford graduating in 2005.

I teach the Alexander Technique from my practice at home in Ware and also at the attend2health clinic in Buntingford telephone 01763 87 80 87. I am also a qualified Shaw Method of Swimming Teacher which involves applying the principles of the Alexander Technique to the art of swimming. I have clients who have benefited from traditional Alexander Technique lessons and also I have worked with them in the water to bring about health improvements. For further information on swimming lessons call 07921 912 726 or check me out on www.swimwise.co.uk

The main thing to consider is what F.M. Alexander described as taking care of the ‘means whereby’ or the ‘how’ in whatever you are doing. Rather than rushing into action why not bring yourself into awareness first and you will get there in better shape!
I look forward to working with you.

Peter Brierley MSTAT IoS
Alexander Technique & Shaw Method Teacher