" Since Jan treated me, I feel more like ‘me’ than I have felt in years "
Mrs M, Nesscliffe
Learn to give basic Bowen treatments to your loved ones from home
Reclaim the forgotten art of everyday health care
Welcome. If you’ve found your way here, you’ve probably experienced the remarkable effectiveness of Bowen, and are intrigued by this gentle physical therapy.
In this weekend workshop you can learn practical Bowen skills, to care for your family’s health and wellbeing. You’ll learn a sequence of Bowen moves that are safe and suitable for everyone, including infants and elderly people. No previous experience or equipment is needed, and you’ll leave with the knowledge and confidence to know when, and how to treat.
Bowen College UK is leading the way, by bringing basic Bowen skills to the general public, with the mission of ‘A Healer in Every Household’. Hi, I’m Jan, and I’m delighted to be the tutor for the Midlands and Wales. I’m a former NHS physiotherapist who’s been running a Bowen clinic in Shropshire for 19 years.
“The workshop was just right to help me understand and remember the moves. I feel confident and I can’t wait to start practising.” – Ms P, Shrewsbury
In this weekend workshop you will learn to …
have skills at your fingertips to ease life’s aches and pains
help babies/children/grandchildren to settle and sleep
help a person recover from injuries (work, sport or accident-related)
support an elderly person at home without the need to travel
help someone improve their flexibility, posture and balance
promote the overall wellbeing of your family members
help colleagues at work with desk-based stiffness and aches
You’ll be able to begin addressing their symptoms early, while they wait for NHS appointments, and offer relief for symptoms of their long-standing health problems. You’ll be able to promote their general wellbeing, by building their resilience to stress, and supporting their sleep, energy, and digestion.
If you’re already a health worker, this workshop will give you the skills to explore how Bowen therapy can enhance your work, and consider qualifying as a practitioner (e.g. if you work in healthcare, therapy, end-of-life support, yoga, sports…).
” Jan’s gentle teaching and therapy technique belie a powerful method for healing the body and calming the mind. ” – Ms J, Market Drayton
‘Introduction to Bowen’ is a hands-on workshop with plenty of time to practice, and receive individual guidance on your technique. You’ll also have the opportunity of follow-up support in regular refresher sessions.
You’ll learn to give a general whole-body Bowen treatment – the same sequence of moves which trainee Bowen therapists are taught as the foundation work of a Bowen session.
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:
learn the circumstances when treatment could be beneficial
practise the technique of the ‘Bowen move’
learn to pinpoint the specific placement of each move
observe the moves being demonstrated
practise on each other, experiencing both giving and receiving
be given individual feedback, support, and tips to improve
learn how to treat people in a variety of circumstances (e.g. in a wheelchair)
receive a workshop manual to refer back to, and a certificate of attendance
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 easily adapted how she delivered the course, so 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, Shrewsbury
You will not learn:
This workshop does NOT qualify 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, this is enough.
Others get hooked, and want to take their learning further. This workshop is also the first module in the full programme to qualify as a Bowen therapist (in the Certified Bowen Healthcare Therapist curriculum). If you went on to qualify with Bowen College UK, this Introduction workshop fee would be deducted from your full training fee.
“I have lots of family members who will benefit. I also plan to continue my training and become a therapist in time. – Ms S, Shrewsbury
The ‘Introduction to Bowen’ workshop is designed to be flexible, and will be adapted to suit the needs of the people present. The 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: I aim to make the workshops not only thorough and practical, but also enjoyable. The atmosphere is informal, friendly and welcoming. The main goal is that you leave with the skills to give simple treatments – beyond that, you can take in as much background knowledge as you wish. We all have our preferred ways of learning, so the workshop offers you a range of training methods. Each Bowen move will be:
introduced with text and images
explained
demonstrated
practised by you, with tips from me, and feedback from your recipient
received by you, to appreciate the feel of the move
backed up by the instruction manual which you take home with you
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: During the workshop I encourage you to practise the moves on skin, to quickly grasp the exact placement. This is invaluable learning, as once you get home you may be treating friends and family through clothing. I ask that if possible you come prepared to remove clothing down to modest underwear. As in a treatment, you would be covered with blankets, with only the part being worked on uncovered. If that’s not comfortable for you, you can wear light non-slip clothing such as a cotton T-shirt, and light cotton trousers/shorts.
“Jan is a great person to learn from, she is patient and kind. You will have a wonderful experience exploring Bowen therapy in this immersive two-day workshop.” – Ms S, Shrewsbury
Explanation, location, and demonstration of each Bowen move
Follow-up learning and support
I am committed to all participants feeling comfortable and confident offering 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, and we can use that hour for questions
Book as above and bring a volunteer – you can treat them and receive feedback
Attend one of my regular Refresh mornings: 3-4 hours to practise the sequences in a group, ask questions, and share your success stories
And finally, if you’re keen, or have got rusty from lack of practice, you can Retake the whole weekend workshop at a 50% discount
“Three words to sum up the experience – inspiring, hopeful, energising!” – Ms S, Shrewsbury
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: shropshirebowen@gmail.com
