It was with great sadness that I learned of Kevin Saunders’ death {2019}. Kevin came to me on and off for many years for Alexander Technique lessons and during that time he trained as a yoga teacher then, I’m happy to say, as an Alexander teacher. Kevin went on to develop an approach to yoga teaching that utilised his AT training and wrote an excellent Blog on the topic.
Kevin Saunders. Photo: Ron Cox 2003
This lovely photo of Kevin shows him about the time he first came to me for Alexander lessons. Kevin thoughtfully explored many ways to incorporate the AT into his daily life – whilst playing the guitar, working in IT and fine- tuning his yoga.
The only photo I took of Kevin was when he challenged his sense of balance. He performed a deep ‘position of mechanical advantage’ whilst on a wobble board. Not something every pupil is asked to do, or could even think of performing!
Kevin Balancing on a Wobble Board
Kevin came to lessons with an intellectual curiosity and gentle thoughtfulness about the human condition. He discussed theories and explored many different ways of using the AT. He really made it into a way of life, which was great. I always found it stimulating to teach Kevin and in turn, I learned a lot from him over the years.
I miss him and I’m sure Kevin will be missed by many other people as well.
Very sad news. Kevin and I were in Goldsmiths college together studying music in the 1980’s. This was about the time that he was beginning his study of the Alexander. We had many memorable times playing music together and so much in common as performers. I lost touch with him a long while ago as our lives took us down different paths but I never forgot my old friend. So sorry to hear of his passing