About Mark

Mark Vasak is a certified Alexander Technique (AT) teacher, has a Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine and holds a Bachelor of Music from the Capilano University Jazz Studies program.  With this unique background in embodied movement, rehabilitation, and performance Mark teaches his students to reconnect to and develop their intrinsic poise throughout many stages and challenges of life.

Currently, much of his time is dedicated to teaching Alexander Technique in the Acting for Stage and Screen program in Capilano University’s Theatre Department.  He also runs a private practice comprised of dedicated students working to improve posture, overcome movement impairments due to injury or illness, and optimize performance in a wide variety of fields requiring mindful movement.

 

Some Credentials

  • Certified Teacher of the Alexander Technique (CANSTAT)

  • Master of Occupational Therapy from the University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine (M.OT). Graduated with awards for both research and highest academic standing in the program.

  • Alexander Technique instructor and faculty member in the Capilano University Theatre department, 2016 - Present

  • Member of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique Research Group (SRG), and co-director of Alexander Studies Online, 2020 - Present

  • Executive Co-Director of Alexander Technique Canada, 2015-2018

  • Bachelor of Music, Capilano University

  • Canada representative for international collaboration with Alexander Technique organizations around the world, (ATAS) 2015-18

Some Programs Mark has Taught in Include:

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Alexander Technique Research

Mark is actively involved in supporting Alexander Technique research. He is a member of The Society of Teachers of The Alexander Technique Research Group (SRG) and editor and co-founder of the updated Alexander Studies Online (ASO) website where ongoing research on the Alexander Technique and its teaching can be found.