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Balance Arts Center

The Balance Arts Center is a school dedicated to teaching the Alexander Technique and focuses on providing better balance, coordination, strength, and breathing. They offer a variety of classes, workshops, and training programs for students to learn and apply the principles of the Alexander Technique to different activities.

Balance Arts Center

Upcoming Classes at Balance Arts Center

  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Discover essential movement principles to enhance your balance, coordination, and fluidity in mind and body. Join our 90-minute class blending yoga, fitness, and developmental movement, guiding you from ground release to standing stability with engaging awareness exercises. Cultivate new habits and connections for improved movement patterns and overall well-being.

    Next start date: Monday, Mar 25th, 5–6:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $20
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  • Alexander Technique

    Discover the secrets to achieving a better balance and dynamic body posture with our weekly class led by expert faculty at the renowned Balance Arts Center. Gain valuable insights on how to interact with yourself and your environment effortlessly. Enroll now and experience a transformation like never before!

    Next start date: Tuesday, Mar 19th, 7–8:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $25
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  • One Pound Weight

    Unlock the power of light weights in our class designed to refine strength and tone with precision and care. Delve into slow, mindful movements focusing on form and alignment for stress-free progress. Gain practical insights applicable to daily activities, empowering you to enhance your overall physical well-being.

    Next start date: Tuesday, Mar 19th, 1–2:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $20
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  • Fall Prevention

    Boost your confidence and stability with our Fall Prevention class, designed to equip you with essential strategies for maintaining balance and preventing falls. Explore coordinated movements and supportive techniques to enhance your ability to navigate daily activities safely. Join us for practical exercises and engaging games to elevate your confidence and adaptability on your feet.

    Next start date: Wednesday, Mar 20th, 1–2:30pm Eastern Time
    Price: $20
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  • Vocal Care for Teachers

    Enhance your teaching experience with our workshop tailored to cultivate resilient vocal health and clarity. Explore techniques to optimize your breathing, posture, and overall balance, ensuring sustained vocal stamina throughout your teaching day. Receive personalized guidance and practice speaking confidently in a supportive environment, empowering you to care for your voice and well-being.

    Next start date: Sunday, Apr 14th, 2–5pm Eastern Time
    Price: $100
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  • Presence In Performance

    Refine your stage presence and conquer performance anxiety with expert guidance in this transformative workshop. Gain invaluable tools and techniques to enhance your connection with audiences, allowing you to navigate challenging material with confidence and poise. Elevate your performance skills and unlock your full potential in any high-pressure situation.

    Next start date: Saturday, May 18th, 3–6pm Eastern Time
    Price: $100
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151 W 30th St 3rd Fl, New York, NY 10001
Balance Arts Center
Midtown, Manhattan
151 W 30th St 3rd Fl
Btwn 6th & 7th Avenues
New York, New York 10001

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Description

The Balance Arts Center is dedicated to teaching awareness in action though the principles and practices of the Alexander Technique. At the Balance Arts Center you can learn the Alexander Technique in a variety of settings and with various applications. We aim to educate students in the fundamental movement patterns that lead to better balance, coordination, strength, and breathing. Students learn how to approach both simple and complex movements by increasing awareness of the inherent poise of the body, letting go of habits that get in the way of easeful movement, and integrating the whole body into activity. With both verbal and gentle hands-on guidance, students learn how to release tension and disadvantageous thought patterns, resulting in an experience of greater freedom and coordination.

Classes at the Balance Arts Center are created through the lens of the Alexander Technique. Students can learn about and study the Alexander Technique in many different forms.

The curriculum has been carefully designed to present the Alexander Technique at the highest standard of practice. When applied to specific activities the principles of the Alexander Technique are integrated into the activity in a clear and understandable manner.

To best understand the principles as they apply specifically to you it is suggested students take a minimum of 10 – 12 private lessons.

The Balance Arts Center offers:

  • Private Lessons
  • Group Lessons
  • Group Classes
  • On-going Application Classes for specific groups such as singers, dancers, musicians
  • Workshops
  • Lectures and Panel Discussions
  • Conferences
  • Training Programs


Reviews of Balance Arts Center

(4.7-star rating across 26 reviews)
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Anonymous review on 11/7/2023
    Awesome class and I highly recommend it. Ann is a great instructor. I have already signed up for my second class with her. The 90 minutes made a difference for me.
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Reviewed by Eulie Aeglie K. on 11/30/2022
    I felt my body getting better, kind of lighter. The place is beautiful and peaceful, as well. The instructor was so very kind. Thank you, everyone!
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Reviewed by Emilia M. on 11/15/2022
    The class was good but I think it was my limitations and flexibility, I did not realize it would be the entire time on the mat on the floor. I cannot lay down that long on the ground, for me it was just too uncomfortable. I thought it was more of some stand up, etc.
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Anonymous review on 10/5/2021
    The instructor was good and very attentive.
  • ATchoirNYC

    Anonymous review on 12/20/2019
    I wish the class had more singing practice and less preparation. I get it, we need to warm up before singing, But! if you go around one by one, not sure we will be able to accomplish much. My interest was in singing in groups/choir, and learning the dynamics of highs & lows Maybe I misunderstood the class.
  • Alexander Technique for Actors (Online)

    Reviewed by Aida S. on 10/9/2019
    It was excellent. I really enjoyed the class. Jules was an excellent teacher.
  • Floor Class

    Reviewed by Janis B. on 9/14/2019
    There was a flow to the movements and to the class as a whole.
  • Floor Class

    Anonymous review on 1/22/2019
    Gave me useful tips on how to improve my posture and movement.
  • Floor Class

    Anonymous review on 9/3/2018
    Fantastic class!
  • Floor Class

    Reviewed by Mary M. on 7/10/2018
    A wonderful relaxing class with a great teacher.
  • Ballet + Alexander Technique = bAlleT

    Reviewed by Katie O. on 12/4/2014
    Great, positive, and welcoming atmosphere for learning. It was a small class with lots of attention . The pace of the class is great for any level. It was both relaxing and invigorating, and I definitely plan on attending again!
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Reviewed by Thomas M. on 2/13/2024
  • Alexander Technique

    Reviewed by Murvet G. on 2/8/2024
  • Alexander Technique

    Reviewed by Irena G. on 12/15/2022
  • Alexander Technique

    Reviewed by Irena G. on 12/15/2022
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Reviewed by Eulie Aeglie K. on 12/13/2022
  • Fundamentals in Flow, Balance & Stability

    Reviewed by Eulie Aeglie K. on 12/6/2022
  • Balance Arts Fundamentals in Flow

    Reviewed by Michael D. on 12/13/2019
  • Floor Class

    Anonymous review on 7/16/2019
  • Floor Class

    Reviewed by Margaret M. on 12/4/2018
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students at the Balance Arts Center have generally positive reviews about their classes. One student highly recommends the class and praises the instructor, mentioning that they have already signed up for a second class. They felt a positive difference in their body after taking the 90-minute class. Another student enjoyed the class and found the instructor to be attentive. Many students praised the excellent teaching, flow of movements, and the useful tips on improving posture and movement. Overall, the classes were described as relaxing, invigorating, and conducive to learning in a positive and welcoming atmosphere. Quotes: 1. "The 90 minutes made a difference for me. I felt my body getting better, kind of lighter." 2. "A wonderful relaxing class with a great teacher. Gave me useful tips on how to improve my posture and movement." 3. "Great, positive, and welcoming atmosphere for learning. It was both relaxing and invigorating, and I definitely plan on attending again!"

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