Summer 2026 Recovery Program (Evolving)
A structured, individualized path to resolving persistent pain, restoring capacity, and returning to confident, resilient performance.
If tension, pain, or recurring flare-ups are limiting your playing, and short-term fixes haven’t worked, the Recovery Program is evolving into a focused small-group cohort launching Summer 2026.
This next iteration is designed for musicians ready to repattern their body, rebuild capacity, and integrate sustainable change within a guided, performance-driven process.
Early application details and enrollment access will be shared exclusively with those on the priority waitlist.
Why this program was created
The research surrounding musician injuries is still developing, but the conclusion is clear: musicians, regardless of age, instrument, or experience level, face a high risk of developing performance-related pain. What’s less clear is how to resolve that pain in a lasting way.
Many musicians who enroll in the 1-1 Recovery Program have already pursued a wide range of medical and movement-based care, including surgery, physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture, injections, medication, and somatic approaches such as the Alexander Technique, Body Mapping, or yoga. While these interventions can be helpful, many musicians are left without a clear, long-term strategy for managing their bodies to support resilience, performance, and career longevity.
This program takes a personalized, whole-body systems approach, designed not only to reduce pain but to help musicians understand how their bodies adapt, and respond to the physical and psychological demands of a professional musician. Rather than relying on isolated fixes or generic protocols, the process focuses on how breathing, movement, load, and recovery interact over time, allowing strategies to translate directly into practice, performance, and long-term career sustainability.
By bridging clinical care with long-term self-management, the 1-1 Recovery Program supports musicians who are ready to move beyond treatment and into confident, independent performance. This approach has been refined through years of hands-on work with musicians navigating pain, injury, and high-performance demands, helping them not only recover but also understand their bodies, rebuild capacity, and sustain their careers over time.
This program was a life changing experience and I can’t recommend it enough. One of the kindest, most empathetic, super intelligent and knowledgeable people I have ever encountered in my life. Sign up for his recovery program, injury prevention course, go to his clinics, follow his career, don’t wait. Totally worth it.
Anna Mattix, English Horn, Buffalo Philharmonic
Alexa Young, CA
Who is this Program for?
This program is for musicians who:
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Experience recurring pain or tension that interferes with practice or performance
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Feel limited by movement restrictions, stiffness, or loss of range of motion
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Struggle with posture-related issues that show up while playing or practicing
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Notice breathing limitations, fatigue, or difficulty managing air under demand
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Feel stuck cycling between rest, flare-ups, and short-term fixes
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Want a personalized plan instead of generic exercises or rehab templates
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Are willing to apply the work consistently between sessions
The Recovery -> Performance Roadmap
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all solution, the 1-1 Recovery Program is structured to adapt as your body improves. Most clients move through the following phases over time.
Timelines vary based on response, consistency, and goals.
Phase 1
Reduce pain, restore basic function, and establish foundational breathing and movement strategies.
This phase often follows physical therapy, surgery, or periods of rest, focusing on rebuilding capacity without re-aggravating symptoms or relying on constant hands-on treatment.
Phase 2
Refine patterns, increase tolerance for practice and performance, and prevent flare-ups as independence increases.
Here, the focus shifts from “getting out of pain” to staying resilient under real-world demands while building a personal toolbox that supports consistent practice, travel, and performance schedules.
Phase 3
An optional phase for musicians ready to return to the gym or structured training that continues to build endurance, strength, physical capacity, and the ability to tolerate high periods of stress.
This phase supports musicians who want to move beyond maintenance and develop the physical foundation needed for longevity, performance, and confidence in their bodies.
Our Process
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Comprehensive virtual assessment and intake
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Personalized breathing, movement, and capacity programming
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Up to 9 one-on-one coaching sessions with adaptive frequency
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Program updates and progress refinement between sessions
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Direct support via email and limited messaging as needed
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Equipment shipped directly to your door
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A long-term strategy you can continue to refine and progress independently
Key Features
Enrollment and Next Cohort
After 6 years of transformations, the Recovery Program is evolving.
This Summer in 2026, I’ll be launching a small-group version of the Recovery Program, combining individualized assessment, structured programming, and guided implementation within a focused cohort of musicians.
This will be ideal for musicians who are serious about resolving long-standing tension, rebuilding strength and breathing capacity, and returning to performance with clarity and confidence.
This will not be an open-enrollment program.
Spots will be limited to maintain depth, support, and measurable results. This is my attempt at creating a personalized experience that combines community, accountability, and a proven framework to rebuild the foundation of your health.
Early access and application details will be sent exclusively to the waitlist, and once spots are filled (spots TBD), enrollment will close. If you’d like to be notified when applications open, join the priority waitlist below.
Client Experiences and Testimonials
Nick Schwartz - Bass Trombone
Austin curated such a helpful course that really helped me find a way to play without pain. He makes himself very available throughout the program and is always available to help. In addition, it’s great to have these exercises going forward to help me maintain my pain free playing.
Nick Schwartz, Principal Bass Trombone, New York Ballet
Tristen Jarvis - Double Bass
Austin’s program has been the single greatest health & wellness investment I’ve ever made. I have immense deference and gratitude for the work we started, and I intend on building upon that work so that it soaks into all facets of my life, especially in my teaching (EVERYONE should know the things Austin has in this course). Life will never be the same, and I definitely now identify as a Functional Musician!
Tristen Jarvis, Double bass and Lecturer at Ithaca College
Neeha - Flutist
Austin is always making sure his clients are comfortable and happy. He was there for me every step of the way and was constantly giving feedback as I progressed through my injury recovery journey.
This program not only helped me overcome my physical pain, but has changed my perspective on pain and injury prevention. I will never question again if I should quit music.
Neeha, Flutist and Music Therapy Major