Lessons are taught in a one-on-one basis within a 40-minute timeframe.  Small group workshops are also available and beneficial within a 60-75 minute format. 

 

Lessons include sitting, standing, lying down, walking, and transitional movements.  Primary attention is given to the poise of the head and the lengthening of the spine.  Teachers use a gentle, guiding touch and verbal cueing.  Students learn a variety of tools and self-care strategies and discover how to integrate the principles into their lives.  

 

Students discover maximal benefits from weekly or twice weekly lessons.  8 to 12 lessons are recommended. Following this foundational period, students often continue with weekly or biweekly lessons, deepening their skills, or shift to a triweekly or monthly format for maintenance.  Each student’s pathway is unique. 

 

In-person lessons and online lessons are available.  Though the in-person lessons allow for hands-on guidance, the online lessons are immensely valuable for receiving practical, self-care tools.  

 

Lessons with Nicole Martinell are taught in two locations: 

• Resiliency through Movement Practice: 5214A Forge Road, Perry Hall, Maryland, 21128

(Appointments available Tuesday/Thursday mornings.  Please contact nicolea.martinell@gmail.com to make appointment).

• Metta Integrative Wellness Cooperative: 720 W 36th Street, Hampden, Maryland, 21211

(Appointments available on Tuesdays between 3:00-8:00pm.  Please go to https://metta-wellness.com/services and select "Alexander Technique" to book a lesson through the site).

 

Cost is $85 per lesson.  Sliding scale options and multi-class discounts available for students at Perry Hall location.  Packages and various somatic modalities offered at Metta in Hampden.  

 

Please wear comfortable clothing and a pair of socks.  Avoid wearing belts, scarves, and shirts with hoodies.  Shoes are removed (unless required for health reasons).

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