‘Introduction to Bowen’ workshop

Come and learn skills to support your loved ones’ health.

Welcome. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably experienced or heard about the remarkable effectiveness of Bowen, and are intrigued by this gentle physical therapy.

Here you can find out about a workshop, which enables absolute beginners to give simple Bowen treatments. Read on to find out if it might be for you.

Next Shropshire workshop dates:

• 25th – 26th January (Atcham, Shrewsbury)
• 15th – 16th March (Atcham, Shrewsbury)

This workshop might be for you if you want to …

• support a friend or loved one with a chronic health problem
• help children/grandchildren to settle
• support family members to deal with exam/work stress
• help a sporty person improve performance and prevent/treat injury
• treat elderly people at home without the need to travel
• promote the health and wellbeing of your family members
• start to address issues early, while waiting for NHS appointments
• benefit colleagues at work
• help someone deal with digestive or breathing problems
• expand your understanding and skills as a healthcare professional
• explore Bowen with a view to training as a professional

“It was amazing – I’m just stunned at how much powerful information Jan passed on to us during those two days. I’m so grateful.”  – Ms. A, Shropshire

Workshop details

• hands-on workshop to learn the practical skills of giving simple Bowen treatments
• stand-alone weekend workshop, with all you need to begin treating immediately
• knowledge, and confidence to know when and how to treat
• no previous experience or knowledge is required
• the Bowen moves learned are suitable for all, from infants to frail elderly people
• learning in small groups with plenty of tutor support
• ongoing support possible through refresher mornings
• your tutor, Jan, has been a practising Bowen therapist in Shropshire for 19 years
• this workshop is part of the programme of courses offered by Bowen College UK
• fees – £299 (bookings are made through Bowen College UK)

” Jan’s gentle teaching and therapy technique belie a powerful method for healing the body and calming the mind. ” – Ms J, Shropshire

You will learn:

In this workshop you’ll learn to give a general whole-body Bowen treatment, suitable for treating your friends and family for the benefit of their health and wellbeing.

This is the same sequence of moves which trainee Bowen therapists are taught as the foundational work of a Bowen treatment.

This sequence is broken down into three sections, Lower body, Torso and Neck, and practised as you go along. By the end of the workshop you’ll feel comfortable offering these sections separately, or as a full-body treatment. You will:

• be introduced to the situations where it’s appropriate, and possible benefits
• be introduced to the landmarks to locate the moves
• observe the moves being demonstrated
• grasp the technique of the ‘Bowen move’ and how it’s adapted in each location
• practise on each other, experiencing giving and receiving (both informative)
• be given feedback, tips to improve, and support
• hear some background on how Bowen achieves the sometimes remarkable results
• be given tips on how to treat people in varying circumstances
• have time for questions 
• receive a manual of the work covered, to refer back to when you get home
• receive a certificate of attendance

This is a practical workshop with an emphasis on doing. By the end, you will have the core skills and the confidence to safely treat the people in your life.

” Jan is an exceptional teacher, she instantly understood my learning style and the difficulties I faced in following normal instructions. She easily adapted how she delivered the course, meaning I was able to understand and build confidence in using the techniques. She has such a natural intuitive caring style that puts everyone at ease. “ – Ms H, Shropshire

You will not learn:

This workshop does not certify you to practice as a Bowen therapist.

It is an excellent first step to learn some basics of this beautiful work, dive into giving treatments, and witness the impressive results. For some people, learning this fascinating life skill and using it to informally support the people around them, is enough.

Others get hooked, and want to take their learning further. This workshop is also the first module in the full training to become a Bowen therapist (in the certified Bowen Therapy Practitioner training program). If you went on to qualify as a therapist with Bowen College UK, this workshop fee would be deducted from your full training fee.

What to expect on the day

The Introduction to Bowen workshop is designed to be flexible, and will be adapted to suit the needs of the people present. General principles are:

Workshop numbers: I am currently running workshops from my Bowen clinic (Atcham, near Shrewsbury). Due to available space, participant numbers are limited to 3. If you have a group of interested people and a suitable venue, I’m happy to travel to you within the West Midlands. I can offer a discount for larger groups. Please contact me to discuss.

Style of learning: We all have our favourite ways to learn, so the workshop offers you a blend of training methods. Each Bowen sequence will be introduced with text and images. Each move will be explained, demonstrated, experienced and practised by you. I will be there to give feedback on your technique, and the other students will give feedback on the feel. And you will take away a manual to refer back to.

Arrangements: My clinic is in a beautiful setting next to Attingham Park, with ample to-the-door parking, and a large garden to enjoy in the breaks if you wish. The schedule is normally 9.30-5.30, with a lunch break and 2 two refreshment breaks. There are no shops nearby, so participants bring a packed lunch, and tea and coffee are provided.

Clothing: When I am treating patients, I prefer to work on skin as that way I gain a lot of information about the body’s responses. During the workshop I encourage you to do the same, to quickly grasp the exact placement of moves. This is invaluable experience, as once you get home you may be treating friends and family through clothing. I ask that you come prepared to remove clothing down to modest underwear, if possible. If you are not comfortable with that, you can wear light clothing such as a cotton T-shirt, and light cotton shorts.

Follow-up: I am committed to all participants feeling comfortable and confident to offer simple Bowen treatments in their everyday lives. Frequent practice after the workshop will cement what you learn over the weekend, and your confidence will grow. Some people find questions arise, and value a refresher session to perfect their technique. I’m offering 3 options, each for the fee of a Bowen treatment – £45.

• Book a Bowen session with me as normal, and we can use that hour for questions and feedback
• Book a session as above, and bring a willing volunteer, for you to treat and receive feedback
• Book on one of my regular Refresh mornings – 3-4 hours to practise the sequences in a group, ask questions, and share your success stories

Remaining questions?

I’m very happy to answers your questions about the workshop, and if it is right for you. Please email me, and we can arrange a phone conversation if you wish. email: shropshirebowen@gmail.com

“Jan is a great person to learn from, she is patient and kind. You will have a wonderful experience exploring Bowen Technique in this immersive two day workshop. Three words to sum up the experience – inspiring, hopeful, energising!” – Ms S, Shrewsbury

Why I began my Bowen training – what is your reason?

Many Bowen practitioners did not set out to become therapists. They simply experienced or witnessed a remarkable recovery through this gentle treatment, often when all else had failed.

They were so intrigued that they joined a training course to learn more, and then fell in love with both the work, and the ability to help others in such a practical way.

This is what happened to me. My friend was booked in for an operation for the disabling and painful carpal tunnel syndrome in her wrists, but after 3 Bowen treatments, her symptoms had completely disappeared. As a former physiotherapist, I was shocked by this extraordinary recovery and had to find out more.

In my first Bowen training we were taught the same foundational moves people learn in this workshop. As I started using them with my case studies I was delighted to see similar surprising responses.

I’m still amazed sometimes by the sheer effectiveness of Bowen, and am so very grateful that I took that step to train – it’s changed my life.

” I find it awe-inspiring that my first recipient, who arrived hunched and uncertain, stood tall and confident after having the Bowen treatment I learned from Jan. ” Ms J, Shropshire