Client Stories
5 Posture Habits You Didn’t Know You Have (And How to Fix Them)
Many people I work with arrive feeling tense, fatigued, and unsure if their bodies can support the work they love. You may see yourself in their stories—capable and dedicated, yet held back by tension and pain. They are seeking not just relief but a more sustainable, effortless way of using your body. What they discover is a way to move with ease, perform with confidence, and feel truly at home in their bodies—and that’s available to you too.
In Their Own Words
“Aik Hooi is deeply knowledgeable in the human body structure and showed me a variety of ways to approach playing my instrument with ease. A tiny change of mindset and a small adjustment in a joint could make a whole world of difference, this is what I learned from her, and it did so much good for my physical well being.”
Fung Chern Hwei, Violinist (USA)
“視訊上亞技感覺非常好！收穫良多！ 李老師用清楚簡單的方式讓我找到放鬆的脖子、下顎，找到更好的唱歌位置，不只在歌唱，在閱讀與其他姿勢上都有明顯的改善！是一堂非常有效而且優質的課程！
I gained a lot of knowledge through our online lesson! Aik Hooi's explanations were simple and clear. She helped me relax my neck and jaw, and find a better singing position. Besides that, I found significant improvement in my posture and other daily activities such as reading. This is a very effective and high-quality class!”
黃盈慈 Ying Tzu Huang, 台湾聲樂家 Soprano (Taiwan)
“As a pianist, I have back pain problems when I sit for a long time. The Alexander Technique helps me realize my posture and connect myself to my surroundings. It increases my sense of awareness which makes me happier and less pain. I recommend that everyone who has a body should learn this technique for a better quality of life.”
Dr. Sornsuang Tangsinmonkong, Piano professor of Mahidol University (Thailand)
“I recently attended Aik Hooi's introductory AT workshop. I highly value her deep understanding and embodiment of the principles of the Alexander Technique and her clear and concise way of communicating them to musicians with zero knowledge. I later took a few individual lessons with her, which was fruitful. I love that our discussions and exchanges of experience mutually support and foster our professional development.
As a fine pianist herself, Aik Hooi will help more musicians here to do better in their work - stage anxiety, body awareness during performance, music interpretation, or simply getting rid of unwanted habitual behaviors like what I've been dealing with.”
Ken Hor, Composer (Malaysia)
“As a piano educator, I have observed that many technical difficulties and performance-related injuries among students stem from improper posture and inadequate sensory awareness. My engagement with the Alexander Technique has led to a more refined and efficient playing technique, with a noticeable reduction in physical fatigue and strain. I now experience a greater sense of lightness, coordination, and overall physical integration in my playing.
Under Aik’s instruction, rooted in both her expertise as a pianist and her deep understanding of the Alexander Technique, I have gained valuable insights into the technique’s practical applications in both piano performance and pedagogy. Her approach has significantly enriched my teaching practice and informed my research perspectives. The Alexander Technique represents a lifelong discipline that fosters healthier, more sustainable approaches to performance, teaching, and daily life. Aik’s courses provide a rigorous and insightful foundation for those seeking long-term growth in these areas.”
Ke Xingfan, Music Educator (China)
“In 2019, I faced a difficult setback when injuries forced me to rethink how I played and cared for my body. Although I first learned about the Alexander Technique as a teenager, it wasn’t until I started working with Aik Hooi Lee that I truly felt its’ life-changing effects. Aik Hooi’s gentle, hands-on approach and deep understanding of the mind-body connection helped me realign, heal, and reconnect with my instrument in a healthier way.
Thanks to her, I’m able to perform again with ease, comfort, and real joy. I’m so grateful for her guidance and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any musician looking for support, longevity, and renewed inspiration.”
Philip Jeremy Law, Violinist (Malaysia)
“The online anatomy classes with Aik Hooi gave me a clear and practical understanding of how my body is designed to move, while her in-person hands-on lessons brought that knowledge to life. Feeling the guidance directly helped me release unnecessary tension and discover more freedom at the piano. This combination has not only deepened my awareness but also transformed the way I play and express music.”
Dr. Chai Tse Wei, Pianist (Taiwan)
“The session with Aik Hooi was enlightening. Her deep knowledge shone through as she simplified principles of posture and mindfulness, while her personalized feedback helped me recognize and correct ingrained tension patterns, and the root causes of those tension. I felt lighter after the session - chronic chest tightness has eased, and I move and sing with increased awareness in my daily life. Her supportive, methodical and intuitive teaching style makes the session feel empowering, not rigid. For anyone seeking mindful movement and lasting physical ease, Aik Hooi is a gem. Highly recommended!”
Tan Chee Shen, Tenor (Malaysia)
“Aik Hooi is an extremely observant, articulate, and passionate AT teacher. In just one Zoom session, she has selflessly imparted invaluable knowledge for me to work on in the long term; but most impressively, she has noticed my imbalanced shoulder height and worked with me to release the tension with great results. It was an eureka moment for me as a violinist.
I am so grateful and would highly recommend her to anyone who is seeking to play an instrument and/or to live life tension-free!”
Dr. Phaik Tzhi Chua, Violinist (USA)
“Aik Hooi has helped me become more self-aware physically not just playing the violin, but also in my daily activities. She's patient and kept the sessions very relaxed.”
Eben Ting, Violinist (Malaysia)
Curious what this could feel like for you?
There's only one way to find out — and it starts with a single conversation. The people sharing their stories here once sat exactly where you are now, wondering if this was the right move. A discovery call is your chance to bring your specific situation to the table, ask every question on your mind, and get a real sense of what working together could look like. No pressure, no pitch — just an honest conversation about where you are and where you want to be. Your story is waiting to be written.
If this resonates, you’re warmly invited to explore how this work could support you.
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