(805) 241-8515 (no texts)
Upcoming Events
3 Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:30pm January 29, February 5th and 12th, 2026.
Classes will be held on the campus of The Conejo Valley Adult Education Center in Thousand Oaks, California,
1025 Old Farm Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 497-2761 info@conejoadulted.org
Room A
Cost: $62
Register online with the Conejo Valley Adult School
https://cvae.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=82411
Alexander Technique is not an exercise in the traditional sense, the Alexander Technique applies body alignment principles to reduce stress, fatigue and muscle tension and to counteract chronic pain due to poor posture and lower back injuries. Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor: Barbara Wegher-Thompson, MA (UCLA), has taught Alexander Technique and Dance since 1991 at CLU. Certified in 1991 at the Alexander Foundation in Philadelphia, she is a teaching member of Alexander Technique International.
Introduction to the Alexander Technique Classes
One-Day 'Continuing Education' Workshop Alexander Technique (prior AT experience required)
Thursday, February 19th, 2026 5:30 – 7:30pm
Workshop will be held on the campus of The Conejo Valley Adult Education Center in Thousand Oaks, California,
1025 Old Farm Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
(805) 497-2761 info@conejoadulted.org
Room A
Cost: $62
Register online with the Conejo Valley Adult School
https://cvae.asapconnected.com/#CourseID=319193
Alexander Technique is not an exercise in the traditional sense, the Alexander Technique applies body alignment principles to reduce stress, fatigue and muscle tension and to counteract chronic pain due to poor posture and lower back injuries. Wear comfortable clothing. Instructor: Barbara Wegher-Thompson, MA (UCLA), has taught Alexander Technique and Dance since 1991 at CLU. Certified in 1991 at the Alexander Foundation in Philadelphia, she is a teaching member of Alexander Technique International.
Freedom to Change (Save the Date)
Friday, September 25, 5:00 p.m. - Sunday, September 26, 2026 1:00 p.m.
A Full Weekend Retreat at the beautiful and peaceful Holy Spirit
Retreat Center in Encino California
Facilitators: Barbara and Seth Wegher-Thompson
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in
you, whom you have received from God?” —1 Corinthians 6:19
The Alexander Technique (AT) is a method of rediscovering natural balance,
ease, and poise through thinking in activity. AT brings one to the awareness
of how to use the least effort needed throughout our body in relationship to
the goals of any given moment of our lives. The result is a unity of Mind,
Body, Environment, and Intention.
It is not an exercise regime. AT is an educational method that teaches how
to improve one’s posture, balance, and coordination by changing poor
postural habits. It’s been used for over 100 years worldwide. AT helps
relieve chronic tension, stress, and stiffness; improve alertness; and
positively affect the outcome of any goal.
It can be applied to both daily activities (such as sitting, standing, walking,
lifting, using a cell phone, or working at a computer) as well as specialized
activities (such as public speaking, singing, dancing, graphic art, crafting,
sewing, knitting, hiking, playing an instrument, PT routines, yoga, tai’ chi,
exercise of any kind. Wherever you are, whatever you are striving to
achieve, AT brings ease to your body as you are achieving your intended
goal.
This three-day workshop allows for learning the technique as well as ample
time for addressing the application of the technique to specific specialized
activities of the participants.
This retreat is a wonderful introduction for beginners as well as an
opportunity to delve deeper into the work for those who are familiar with AT.
Please wear clothing that will be comfortable for movement. If you have a
yoga mat, please bring it with you. We will have some to use if you don’t
have one.
Registration: Online at www.hsrcenter.com by (TBD)
with a $(TBD) non-refundable deposit.
Fees:
$(TBD) private room
$(TBD)shared room
$(TBD)commuter
Space is limited.
For more information : Please call Sr. Marie at 818-815-4496
The Holy Spirit Retreat Center, as a chartered ministry of the Sisters of
Social Service, is rooted in Scripture and the spirit of St. Benedict. They
strive to create an atmosphere of prayer and hospitality where community is
nourished, each person can thrive and an interfaith environment is
established.
Peace and Joy,
Barbara and Seth Wegher-Thompson
One-Day Introduction Workshop
in Encino, CA (Save the Date)
Saturday, April 11, 2026 9 am - 4:30 pm
A One-Day Introduction to the Alexander Technique at the beautiful and peaceful Holy Spirit
Retreat Center in Encino California
Facilitators: Barbara and Seth Wegher-Thompson
“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in
you, whom you have received from God?” —1 Corinthians 6:19
The Alexander Technique (AT) is a method of rediscovering natural balance,
ease, and poise through thinking in activity. AT brings one to the awareness
of how to use the least effort needed throughout our body in relationship to
the goals of any given moment of our lives. The result is a unity of Mind,
Body, Environment, and Intention.
It is not an exercise regime. AT is an educational method that teaches how
to improve one’s posture, balance, and coordination by changing poor
postural habits. It’s been used for over 100 years worldwide. AT helps
relieve chronic tension, stress, and stiffness; improve alertness; and
positively affect the outcome of any goal.
It can be applied to both daily activities (such as sitting, standing, walking,
lifting, using a cell phone, or working at a computer) as well as specialized
activities (such as public speaking, singing, dancing, graphic art, crafting,
sewing, knitting, hiking, playing an instrument, PT routines, yoga, tai’ chi,
exercise of any kind. Wherever you are, whatever you are striving to
achieve, AT brings ease to your body as you are achieving your intended
goal.
This one-day workshop allows for learning the history of the technique, some essential anatomy ("Mapping") as well as the (optional) opportunity to experience the unique, hands-on, light, gentle guiding touch of the Alexander Teacher. This retreat is a wonderful introduction for beginners. Experienced AT students who would like a refresher may also attend with the understanding that the day is designed for those with no prior experience.
Please wear clothing that will be comfortable for movement. If you have a
yoga mat, please bring it with you. We will have some to use if you don’t
have one.
Registration: Online at www.hsrcenter.com by (TBD)
with a $(TBD) non-refundable deposit.
Fees:
$(TBD) private room
$(TBD)shared room
$(TBD)commuter
Space is limited.
For more information : Please call Sr. Marie at 818-815-4496
The Holy Spirit Retreat Center, as a chartered ministry of the Sisters of
Social Service, is rooted in Scripture and the spirit of St. Benedict. They
strive to create an atmosphere of prayer and hospitality where community is
nourished, each person can thrive and an interfaith environment is
established.
Peace and Joy,
Barbara and Seth Wegher-Thompson
"AT Ease"
Small group refresher
Please join Barbara and Seth at their home in Thousand Oaks for a brief, up-lifting, Alexander Technique hands-on refresher.
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Barbara will present 1 AT idea, followed by each person taking a turn for some hands-on AT regarding your chosen activity or interest.
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All attendees must have some prior experience with Alexander Technique.
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Meetings will last for about 75 minutes.
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No more than 4 attendees per meeting.
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Tea, Coffee, and Juice will be provided.
The next "At Ease" meeting is scheduled for:
TBD from 7 PM – 8:15 PM We will be traveling over Christmas until mid January - please check out the one-day 'continuing education' workshop at CVAE in Thousand Oaks on February 19th, 2026 - see above.
The cost is $15 per meeting.
Pre-registration is required by (TBD).
Call 805.241.8515 (no texts please),
or email Seth at: seth@atwest.net
