ATMs are collective lessons guided by the teacher's voice and take place mainly in a lying, prone or supine position which gives the antigravity muscles a rest. The slow and gentle movements bring the student’s attention to an expansive state. This is where awareness begins, and the learning process starts. ATMs teach students to reduce unnecessary muscular effort and this improves the awareness of their whole self in action. This emphasis on sensory learning results in movement and vitality, resulting in more flexible, pleasurable and free from aches and pain.