About myself

Kamal Thapen

I trained in London, completing the three year, full time Alexander Technique training course nearly twenty five years ago. I am a member of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique (STAT) and have sat on its governing council. I am registered with the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC). I am also a member of the European School of Tai Chi Chuan.

I got involved with the technique due to persistent non specific low back pain. This was my only way of obtaining long term relief.

I work with private pupils from all walks of life from cab drivers, musicians , teachers, lawyers to academics. I taught at the Constructive Teaching Centre and at a halfway house for a charity, the Philadelphia Association. I also used to train teachers at the City Alexander Technique School in Old Street. I hold workshops for companies and organisations like VSO, Southwark Council, Accenture and Chanel.

I teach group courses in the Alexander Technique (AT) at the City Lit (details), an adult learning centre in Holborn. Also at South Thames College in South London (details). Tai Chi is also something I teach at both colleges.

Before my training I worked in the printing industry for many years. I understand the pressures and demands of commercial life and the impact that stress has on the body.

New!! Classes in Orpington

Group classes start on Monday, 4 November 2024 for 5 weeks at LGA Studios,
17 Homefield Rise, Orpington, Kent BR6 0FE next to the Walnuts Centre. It is a dance studio so has a mirror wall which will be a great help for students.

The Alexander Technique course (£75) will be 1.45pm-2.45pm and
the Tai Chi (£60) 2.45pm-3.45pm. Please contact me to book your place.