Introductions, Group Classes and Workshops in Cheshire and Manchester

Last update to this page, 4 September 2026

Introductions

Introductory classes in Wilmslow, Macclesfield, Prestbury, Knutsford, Manchester, Stockport, Whalley Bridge, Todmorden, Warrington and thoughout the Cheshire, Manchester and Yorkshire areas

Andrea Hughes teaches introductory courses at the Wilmslow Guild on Saturday mornings. The next course in is January 2027.
Sallie Bancroft teaches groups in Prestbury and Macclesfield.
Jennifer Fox Eades leads a class at Union Chapel, Fallowfield, Manchester, M14 6EQ. There will be a series of four classes this autumn, 10.30 - 12.30 Tuesday mornings, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct and 3 November, cost £10/class. These are suitable for those with some experience of the technique or complete beginners. A yoga mat is helpful but not essential. Jenny is also teaching a Saturday Alexander Technique/Qi Gong workshop, 10-4 on 31 October, cost £20.
James Power offers regular and occasional group classes in Knutsford. The next workshop is called "Breathwork and Alexander Technique", on Thursday 24 September at St John’s church in Knutsford. 7pm-8pm. £30.
Karen McCarthy leads occasional introductory workshops in Heaton Moor, Stockport. Call Karen on 07867-638-855 or email at KMATlessons@hotmail.com.
Andy Moorhouse and David Hudson teach introductory courses in Todmorden, and also sometimes classes in Walsden and Marsden and Marsden. Andy also teachers occasional group classes in Saddleworth on Saturdays. There is a special "AT for Musicians: retraining muscle memory" workshop on Saturday 26 September, 10.30 - 5.30, see detailed information about the workshop here.
Kim Cant leads introductory courses in Warrington, Saint Helens and/or in Lymm.
Dan Parr offers group classes in Sheffield.

Online Introductions

Although I do not think that the practical learning of the Alexander Technique without hands-on work is likely to be effective for beginners (more information about this), there is certainly much benefit to be had from an online introductory course in understanding the theoretical principles, and from support during and after a course of hands-on lessons.

By far the most helpful online courses that I know of are those created by Peter Robinson. There is a free preview and a nice introduction to the 'constructive rest' procedure and there is also some free content on his YouTube channel.

Classes for experienced students

Experienced Alexander Technique students are welcome the attend the classes of the Manchester Alexander Technique Training School (MATTS) in Wilmslow, Cheshire. During each visit you will receive a considerable amount of individual attention and be invited to participate in group activities. More information.

Workshops

Workshops are organised in this area occasionally, and are usually intended for people who have already had a good number of lessons. We attract notable teachers from around the country and the world. Please contact me to be added to my email list and I will let you know when events are planned.