Albin Hamard
SKILLS
Mind training
Albin Hamard has been studying, researching and practicing meditation and body-mind awareness techniques for 15 years. He received a Ph.D. with honours for his work on the adaptation of Eastern meditation practices into Western culture, and has been teaching mindfulness and meditation at university level since 2006.
Albin’s approach combines scientifically-backed theory with practical exercises that help learners easily grasp the basics of mindfulness, so they are able to practice it in their daily lives and get results.
Sports trainer and coach
Albin also works with professional athletes in France and Thailand as a body-mind coach. His focus is on mindfulness and relaxation as a means to perform more efficiently and compete more successfully.
BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
Albin has been co-facilitating corporate mind training programs since 2015, helping managers and employees to reduce stress, improve their productivity and have a more positive mindset. He has worked with several companies across multiple sectors, including PwC, Faurecia, Aktan, Gaeris and Premanys.
He also co-authors and publishes papers on the topic of mind-body ecology and has been invited to present his work at symposiums and workshops in Shanghai, Bangkok, Paris and San Francisco.
ACADEMIC TRAINING
Business and scientific training
Ph.D. in Cognitive Anthropology - University of Orléans, France
Master in Ergonomics and Innovation in Services - University of Orléans, France
Mindfulness and body awareness techniques
Bachelor of Sciences and Technology of Physical and Sports Activities - University of Orléans, France
MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) - Orléans, France
10+ years of training in contemplative practices with highly recognized teachers across Australia, Canada, France, Nepal, Spain and Portugal
Albin works in English and French.