irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $111KALEXANDER TECHNIQUE (AT) FACILITATION, EXPANSION, AND OUTREACH.SAPIENTIA CONTINUED TO SERVE AS A SUSTAINABLE AND EXPANDING LEARNING COMMUNITY FOR THOSE SEEKING PERSONAL GROWTH, HEALTH AND WELL-BEING THROUGH THE AT. TO THIS END, SAPIENTIA'S COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM "AT FOR ALL" PROVIDED DISCOUNTED AND NO-COST PRIVATE LESSONS TO THOSE WHO WOULD NOT HAVE OTHERWISE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY. WE OFFERED SEASONAL HYBRID AND IN-PERSON GROUP CLASSES FOR THE GENERAL PUBLIC, AND CONTINUED LEARNING FOR TEACHERS, VIA "SAPIENTIA SERIES". TO FACILITATE PRIVATE AT LESSONS, THE CENTER'S FULLY-EQUIPPED ROOMS WERE OFFERED FREE TO STUDENTS TRAINING TO BE TEACHERS, AND AT BELOW-MARKET RATES FOR TEACHERS AND FACULTY. FINALLY, AN UPSTATE LAND ASSET WAS MAINTAINED AS A POTENTIAL SITE FOR FUTURE RESIDENTIAL COURSES OUTSIDE OF THE CITY.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AT for All
Community outreach program offering low-cost and no-cost group classes and private lessons in the Alexander Technique to the general public, with specialized offerings for BIPOC, LGBTQ+, seniors, and musicians. Classes are held in-person in Manhattan and online via Zoom.
RIAT Teacher Training
1,600-hour AmSAT-certified professional teacher training program in the Alexander Technique, completed over a minimum of three years. Includes daily instruction, hands-on teaching practice, and study of anatomy, philosophy, and psychology.
Sapientia Series
Seasonal hybrid and in-person group classes for the general public and continuing education for Alexander Technique teachers, covering themes such as resilience, performance, and inclusive practice.
The Collective
BIPOC-centered program offering a dedicated space for people of color to learn and explore the Alexander Technique with BIPOC instructors, fostering community, inclusivity, and cultural relevance.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- AT For All Community Outreach ProgramProvides accessible, low-cost somatic education through discounted and no-cost private Alexander Technique lessons, $5 group classes on a sliding scale, and donation-based lessons taught by supervised trainees; ensures no one is turned away for lack of funds. Classes are offered in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Upper Manhattan, with seasonal hybrid and off-site options.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Facility and Studio Access for Alexander Technique Teachers and TraineesProvides fully equipped rooms free of charge to students training to become Alexander Technique teachers and offers discounted teaching rooms and studio rentals to certified teachers and faculty at below-market rates.
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Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
- Group Classes and Professional Development for Alexander Technique PractitionersOffers group classes for the general public and continuing education for teachers through the Sapientia Series, including specialized classes for musicians, seniors, BIPOC, and queer individuals. Hosts monthly webinars focused on group teaching methods for teachers and trainees.
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Teacher Professional Development 1 activity
- Rochester Institute of Alexander Technique (RIAT) Teacher Certification ProgramOffers a three-year, 1600-hour AmSAT-certified Teacher Certification Program that includes daily individual instruction, small-group supervision, and supervised teaching practice. The program runs on a trimester schedule from September through June, with progression from foundational self-use to professional practice and includes training in ethics, communication, and professional development.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Future Residential Course DevelopmentMaintains an upstate land asset as a potential site for future residential Alexander Technique courses.
- Intensive Study Opportunities in the Alexander TechniqueOffers daily, weekly, monthly, or custom-duration intensive study programs for both matriculating and non-matriculating participants, including individualized sessions alongside teacher trainees, with instruction from senior faculty.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$346K
Contributions & grants$203K59%
Program service revenue$142K41%
Investment income$1820%
Other revenue$-37
expenses
Total expenses$468K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising9%
Salaries & benefits$163K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$351K
Cash$161K
Investments$0
Liabilities$63K
Net assets$288K
Liquid reserves4.1 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -35.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| NANETTE WALSH | Executive Dir. | 40 | $73K |
board members · 4
- ALBERT GLOWASKY — Director
- KARLA BOOTH DIAMOND — Treasurer
- KELLEN KIELY — CHAIR AND TREAS
- LIBBY SCHMAIS — Director
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- AmSAT Partner — Engages AmSAT-certified teachers to provide discounted private lessons through the AT for All program.
- American Society for the Alexander Technique Network — Member of AmSAT and offers an AmSAT-certified Teacher Certification Program.
- American Society for the Alexander Technique Network — Member organization whose Teacher Certification Program is approved by AmSAT.
- American Society for the Alexander Technique Network — Offers a path to teacher certification through the American Society for the Alexander Technique (AmSAT).
- American Society for the Alexander Technique Network — Provides the certification pathway for graduates of the RIAT teacher training program.
- American Society of Alexander Teachers Network — Provides certification for the three-year Teacher Training Program offered through Sapientia Initiative
- Bard Vocal Arts Program Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- Circle in the Square Theatre School Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- DePaul University Partner — Shares teaching affiliations, with Sapientia instructors teaching at DePaul University’s School of Music and Theatre.
- F.M. Alexander Partner — Founder of the Alexander Technique, whose work forms the foundation of the organization's practice.
- Guildhall School of Music & Drama Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- Queens College Partner — Shares faculty affiliations, with Sapientia instructors having served on the faculty at Queens College.
- RIAT Partner — Collaborates with RIAT by utilizing its graduates, teachers, and affiliates to teach AT for All group classes.
- Riverside Initiative for the Alexander Technique Partner — Collaborates with RIAT by featuring its graduates and teachers in group classes and professional development offerings.
- Riverside Initiative for the Alexander Technique Partner — Operates under the Sapientia Initiative umbrella; delivers the Alexander Technique Teacher Training Program
- Royal College of Music Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- The American Academy of Dramatic Arts Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- The Juilliard School Partner — Shares faculty and teaching affiliations with Juilliard, including instructors who teach at both institutions.
- The New School – The Mannes College of Music Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
- Yale School of Drama Partner — School incorporating the Alexander Technique into its curriculum
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Alexander Technique as Somatic Re-education for Integrated Functioningmethodology: alexander-techniqueBy applying the Alexander Technique—a method that re-educates neuromuscular habits through conscious awareness and hands-on guidance—the organization improves physical, mental, and emotional functioning, because releasing ingrained patterns enables individuals to move, breathe, and think more effectively in alignment with natural physiological processes.
- Community-Centered, Experiential Learning Environmentmethodology: community-based learningBy fostering collaborative, community-based learning through group classes and teacher training that emphasize experiential engagement and inclusivity, the organization sustains participation and deepens practice, because a supportive, intergenerational, and identity-affirming community enhances personal investment and resilience in somatic education.
- Culturally Responsive and Equity-Based Access Modelmethodology: culturally-responsive programmingBy offering sliding-scale fees, identity-affirming spaces, and culturally tailored curricula, the organization increases access to somatic education for underserved communities, because removing financial, cultural, and identity-based barriers enables BIPOC, queer, and low-income individuals to engage meaningfully with the Alexander Technique.
- Integration of Foundational and Alternative Pedagogies in Teacher Trainingmethodology: integrated-alternative-training-approachesBy combining the structured lineage of first-generation Alexander Technique teaching with alternative, creative, and experimental approaches, the organization modernizes training while preserving core principles, because blending tradition with innovation supports both rigor and adaptability in developing new teachers.
- Personal Use as Foundation for Teaching Capacitymethodology: personal-use-firstBy prioritizing deep, experiential study of personal use of the Alexander Technique, the organization builds effective hands-on teaching skills, because self-awareness and self-application are prerequisites for guiding others in somatic re-education.