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Michael and Jane Shellshear
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Jane and Michael Shellshear

Blue Mountains Alexander Technique

Michael and Jane Shellshear have been deeply involved with the Alexander Community in Australia for many years.  Jane has been the Training Course Standing Committee Chairperson for the Australian Society of Alexander Technique Teachers (AUSTAT) and Michael has been Chairperson of AUSTAT a number of times. They have developed a network of colleagues around Australia whom they are happy to refer clients. Both are seasoned presenters and advocates for the Alexander technique.

Together, they have created a beautiful garden studio within the landscaped grounds of their house in Leura. In that way,they provide a sanctuary where people can come to learn in beautiful surroundings.

Jane Shellshear Body Mapping

Jane Shellshear

ABME Licensed Body Mapping Educator; BMus (Syd) LTCL LMusA; m.AUSTAT m.ASPAH

 

Musical Educator

If you are a serious musician, you should consider undertaking Body Mapping education with me. As a music educator I have extensive knowledge in performance practice across mainstream genres and a depth of experience in instrumental teaching.

As well as a lifelong study of piano, with qualifications from Sydney University and study in London and Manchester, I have also trained as an Alexander Technique teacher. I am the only Licensed Body Mapping Educator in Australia. The Association for Body Mapping Educators is a not-for-profit organisation registered in the USA that licenses highly trained individuals to teach Body Mapping to musicians.

Integrating this with a sophisticated approach to how movement and manner of physical-use impacts upon performance gives my teaching a unique tone.

Keynote Speaker

I often speak at conferences and seminars on the benefits of informed instruction in formal Body Mapping pedagogy for Musicians.

Body Mapping Educator

A Licensed Body Mapping Educator, I am well resourced with support from a worldwide community of teachers dedicated to the same mission – to place music education on a secure somatic foundation.

We work with our fellow musicians to establish healthy patterns of movement that will last them a lifetime of playing. These same patterns will also enhance sound quality and expression in music making.

Musicians can gain immediate benefits from experiencing a Body Mapping session with Jane. Click the button below to book a session. (Sorry, this is for musicians only)

 

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Michael Shellshear Alexander Technique

Michael Shellshear

BA; Advanced Diploma Alexander Technique;Certificate Alexander Technique; Diploma Vocational Education & Training; Cert IV Training and Assessment;Dip Leadership & Management;Dip. Work Health and Safety;Dip.Business; ATI; m.AUSTAT; AIHS

Experienced Senior Teacher

I have assisted thousands of people through individual lessons, group classes and workshops.  I can help you, as well, through individual coaching to regain great movement  and wellbeing.

Years of experience

I’ve been teaching since 1991. That constant process of teaching and learning Alexander Technique allows me to offer you very informed teaching-it only comes from years of work in this field.

I studied Drama at UNSW and trained in acting and performing arts with the Drama Studio Sydney. I was fortunate to teach Alexander Technique at NIDA and the Actors Centre during the 90’s. If you’re a performer, I can help with your performance issues.

Leadership and adult learning

Further study and some lucky opportunities allowed me the chance to work with companies around Australia to advise on safety leadership, change management and safety audit. Later on I gained qualifications in adult learning and spent some years training trainers for all areas of industry and diverse workplaces.

I recently completed my fifth tenure as Chair of The Australian Society for Alexander Technique Teachers (AUSTAT). 

Approved Teacher Trainer

I teach trainee Alexander teachers at the Teacher Training Program at Blue Mountains Alexander Technique. Use the link to discover our innovative training program for those wishing to become teachers.

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