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Seattle, Washington
February 12-14, 2026 | Starting at $195
Evolving the Alexander Technique: Attunement, Capacity, and Teaching in a New Era
The maps are familiar. The world is not. Join us as we listen for what the Technique is becoming.
Re-enter the work for the world we live in nowMany of us feel that something has shifted in our students, our colleagues, and ourselves since the pandemic. The familiar maps of Alexander work still guide us, yet the terrain we are walking is not the same. This workshop offers a place to meet that change with curiosity instead of certainty.
Across three days together, we explore both the old and the new. We look toward the roots of the Alexander Technique with respect, and we invite the living practice to expand. Our time includes experiential learning, hands-on guidance, collaborative discussion, and room to notice how our bodies respond as we widen the frame of the work.
What we will explore together
Over the three days, we will be in active inquiry around:
attunement as the ground of teaching and touch
nervous system capacity, pacing, and rhythm in lessons
trauma-informed practices that open space rather than prescribe it
shifting from technique-based correction to relational presence
how people learn in a post-COVID world
integrating Body Mapping and whole-body awareness without old metaphors
current developments in Body Mapping and how they support contemporary Alexander work
expanding the work beyond inherited language
honoring variability in experience, sensation, and learning styles
This is not a formula or a new “method.” It is an invitation to notice how the Alexander work is evolving through us as teachers, performers, and guides.
Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is designed for people who feel the work is asking to grow, including:
Alexander Technique teachers and trainees
musicians, actors, dancers, and performing artists who integrate the Technique into their craft
movement educators and somatic practitioners
Body Mapping educators and those in training who want to deepen their understanding of current developments
anyone interested in a relational, contemporary approach to Alexander’s work
Whether you are early in your journey or decades into your practice, you are welcome. Each day offers a distinct focus, and the full three days form one integrated arc.
Practical Details
Schedule
Thursday, February 12: Afternoon session (Day 1: Continuing Education)
Friday, February 13: Full day (Day 2: Teacher-Training Support)
Saturday, February 14: Full day (Day 3: Deepening for Practitioners)
Exact times and location details will be sent upon registration.
Pricing & Registration
We’ve structured the pricing so you can attend one, two, or all three days, with the cost per day decreasing as you add more of the workshop.
Day 1 (Thursday afternoon): $195
Day 2 (Friday): $225
Day 3 (Saturday): $225
Two-Day Bundle: $395
Full Three-Day Workshop: $575
Attending all three days offers the fullest experience and the greatest savings.
Sliding Scale
We want this workshop to remain accessible. A limited number of sliding-scale spots are available for current students, early-career practitioners, or anyone navigating financial hardship.
If a reduced rate would support your participation, please reach out before registering. Your presence is welcome.
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Meet the Team
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Bill Conable
Master Alexander Technique Teacher
Bill Conable is an Alexander Teacher and a musician. He is Professor Emeritus of Music at the Ohio State University, where he was active as a cellist and conductor. He began his Alexander studies with Marjorie Barstow in 1962 and continued with her over the next twenty-five years. He also studied with Frank Pierce Jones and Walter Carrington.
In 1973 at Ohio State he initiated the first class in the Alexander Technique offered at an American university. In the mid-1970s, he began developing the concept of Body Mapping, which is widely recognized as a major contribution to the theory and pedagogy of the Alexander Technique. He has presented papers and workshops on this development at Alexander teacher training courses in the US and Japan and at conventions of both Alexander teachers and music teachers. Body mapping is at the core of How to Learn the Alexander Technique, which he co-authored with Barbara Conable.
Over the past 25 years, Bill has studied energy healing with James Kepner and Carol DeSanto, as well as with Rosalyn Bruyere, and Shelby Hammitt. He is a certified Advanced Practitioner of Nervous System Energy Work, a new discipline being developed by Kepner and DeSanto. His current research centers on the integration of this work with the Alexander Technique. Bill Conable offers classes and private instruction in Spokane, WA, and in workshops sponsored by organizations all over the world.
Formerly he taught at KAPPA, ATA, and AQP, Alexander teacher training programs in Japan, and at CBAS in North Carolina. He has taught in Taiwan, Brazil, Chile, Italy, and elsewhere. He is a Honorary, Lifetime Teaching Member and former Treasurer of ATI and a former teaching member of AmSAT.
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Shawn Copeland
Founder and CEO,
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Eleanor Parks
SUSTAINABILITY DIRECTOR
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Karl Holland
SALES MANAGER
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Jaya Dixon
MARKETING DIRECTOR
Who we are
Bill Conable
Master Alexander Technique TeacherBill Conable is an Alexander Teacher and a musician. He is Professor Emeritus of Music at the Ohio State University, where he was active as a cellist and conductor. He began his Alexander studies with Marjorie Barstow in 1962 and continued with her over the next twenty-five years. He also studied with Frank Pierce Jones and Walter Carrington.
In 1973 at Ohio State he initiated the first class in the Alexander Technique offered at an American university. In the mid-1970s, he began developing the concept of Body Mapping, which is widely recognized as a major contribution to the theory and pedagogy of the Alexander Technique. He has presented papers and workshops on this development at Alexander teacher training courses in the US and Japan and at conventions of both Alexander teachers and music teachers. Body mapping is at the core of How to Learn the Alexander Technique, which he co-authored with Barbara Conable.
Over the past 25 years, Bill has studied energy healing with James Kepner and Carol DeSanto, as well as with Rosalyn Bruyere, and Shelby Hammitt. He is a certified Advanced Practitioner of Nervous System Energy Work, a new discipline being developed by Kepner and DeSanto. His current research centers on the integration of this work with the Alexander Technique. Bill Conable offers classes and private instruction in Spokane, WA, and in workshops sponsored by organizations all over the world.
Formerly he taught at KAPPA, ATA, and AQP, Alexander teacher training programs in Japan, and at CBAS in North Carolina. He has taught in Taiwan, Brazil, Chile, Italy, and elsewhere. He is a Honorary, Lifetime Teaching Member and former Treasurer of ATI and a former teaching member of AmSAT.
Founder and CEO, mBODYed, LLCShawn Copeland,
Shawn L. Copeland is a clarinetist, somatic educator, and founder of mBODYed, LLC. He integrates the Alexander Technique, Body Mapping, and trauma-informed somatic education to support musicians, educators, and leaders in cultivating sustainable artistry. Shawn is co-author of The mBODYed Breath: Body Mapping, Breathing, Balance, and Belonging and teaches internationally in universities, conferences, and professional trainings.
Together, Bill and Shawn bring a multi-generational perspective: honoring the foundations of the Alexander Technique while welcoming the questions, insights, and needs emerging in this new era.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Some familiarity will help you get the most from the workshop, but you do not need to be a certified teacher. Curious practitioners, performers, and trainees are welcome.
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Yes. You can register for individual days, two-day bundles, or the full three-day workshop. The content is designed as one arc, so we encourage the full experience if possible.
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Yes. There will be opportunities for hands-on guidance, observation, and practice, always offered with consent and respect for individual boundaries.
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Yes. We will explore current developments in Body Mapping and how they support contemporary Alexander work. Body Mapping educators and those in training are warmly invited.
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After registration, we’ll send details about the venue, nearby lodging options, and transportation.
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Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.