Introduction to the Alexander Technique in Philadelphia
March 7th, 2026
Curious about the Alexander Technique and want to learn more?
Join us for an Introduction to the Alexander Technique in Philadelphia! This workshop will explore basic principles of the Alexander Technique that guide you toward finding a better balance and dynamic body posture that you will learn to apply to all of your activities. These guided activities will help you discover how to interact with yourself and your environment in an easier and more efficient manner. You will leave with specific ideas to help you approach your thinking and movement in your daily life. All are welcome.
This workshop will be led by Ann Rodiger, and assisted by BAC Faculty and BAC teacher training students.
The Alexander Work Can Be Applied To:
Your daily activities and work
Deepening your artistic practice
Developing your own sense of awareness
Creating a bridge between practice and performance
Schedule & Participation
Please see the schedule and find registration details below
10:00am-1:00pm:
Masterclass #1 - AT Theory, Group Activities, Movement, and Application
1:00pm-2:00pm:
Lunch
2:00pm-4:00pm:
Masterclass #2 - AT Theory, Group Activities, Movement, and Application
All classes will take place in-person at Pig Iron Theatre Company Studios in Philadelphia, PA.
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Sliding Scale: $80-$120
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Upon completing your registration form, you will designate if you prefer to pay online in advance or in person on the first day of the workshop. Students paying in advance will receive an invoice directly to your inbox. Please pay your invoice within 7 days.
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1417 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
All classes will take place in-person at Pig Iron Theatre Company in Studio B.
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Registration is due March 3rd by 5pm EST.
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Students can cancel their registrations through 3/4/26, the Wednesday prior to the Intensive. Refunds are available minus a $50 processing fee. Beyond 3/4/26 refunds are not available.
Please reach out to use directly at info@balanceartscenter.com with any additional questions.
Meet Ann Rodiger
Ann Rodiger
Ann Rodiger is the Founder and Director of the Balance Arts Center in New York City. She has over 40 years of experience teaching the Alexander Technique. Her teaching draws from her knowledge and experience from Alexander Technique Training in Urbana Illinois with Joan and Alex Murray, as well as her knowledge of Labanotation, Laban Movement Analysis, Bartenieff Fundamentals, Yoga, meditation and various dance techniques.
She has developed the BAC Alexander Technique Teacher Training Program and substantial programming for performing artists. She has also adapted the Alexander principles to work for those with hypermobility and Ehlers Danlos Syndromes. Rodiger teaches internationally in Germany, Belgium, Greece, and Turkey. The Balance Arts Center is a NYC Women and Minority Owned Business and a thriving place for the community to teach, share knowledge, and perform.
Ann’s interest in the Alexander work began when she was studying dance at The Ohio State University. As a person with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, the AT work allowed her to find a sense of balance and stability.
After teaching dance at the U. of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the U. of Hawaii-Manoa Ann moved to NYC to continue her dancing and performing. She taught at the City College of NY and Labanotation at the Juilliard School. She also began a private practice in the Alexander Technique which focused on performing artists, particularly dancers and singers.