AT complements movement disciplines like yoga and Pilates by building awareness of how you are organising your body. The quiet learning space of the AT lesson foregrounds the here-now attention invited in yoga and pilates – and the unique training of AT teachers in using their hands to support a more coordinated experience of movement can be invaluable, bringing a deeper understanding of postures and exercises.
Uncovering your unconscious patterns of movement brings a refined awareness to where you may be holding unnecessary tension or interfering with alignment. You can access your yoga asana or pilates exercises with more integrity. Your efforts can be more constructive and you can recognise habits of striving, pushing, holding or trying to achieve the “right” position. Change to a freer, more connected experience of yourself.
Whether you are a beginner or have been attending classes for years, bringing AT to your practice can expand your awareness and grow your alignment.