Those looking to transition into the healthcare sector or expand their existing bodywork skills will have an opportunity to train in a renowned Australian soft-tissue therapy this spring.
Wyrd Bowen is hosting a five-day intensive Level I Bowen Therapy training in East Gippsland from October 30 to November 3, 2026.
Led by veteran soft-tissue therapist Nicole Becker, the program is designed to take beginners from foundational concepts to practical, hands-on application.
Bowen Therapy was originally developed by Tom Bowen in Geelong, Victoria.
Unlike many traditional massage techniques, Bowen is a gentle, oil-free modality that uses precise, non-invasive movements across muscles and connective tissue to stimulate the body’s self-healing mechanisms.
Because the pressure is minimal, the therapy is easy on the practitioner’s body while offering long-lasting relief to the client.
Additionally, the treatment is highly versatile as it can be performed through light clothing.
The upcoming Level I training aims to equip students with the skills to address an estimated 80 per cent of common presenting physical complaints, including lower and upper back pain, sacral issues, hamstring tightness, neck stiffness, and joint mobility restrictions.
In addition to physical manual techniques, the curriculum incorporates kinesiology testing to identify problems and measure treatment success.
It also introduces energetic concepts, referred to by the program as “wyrding,” which explore how to interact with the human nervous system on both physical and energetic levels.
For many, training in Bowen Therapy offers a viable pathway to self-employment, a flexible side income, or a rewarding career change.
“Step into your sovereignty by being of service to others,” trainer, Nicole Becker said, who has operated as a self-employed therapist since 1998 and has been instructing practitioners since 2020.
Ms Becker noted the skill set is highly flexible, allowing practitioners to build part-time home-based businesses, integrate touch therapy into corporate environments, or specialise in fields like sports performance, paediatric care, and elderly mobility.
The five-day course represents the final Wyrd Bowen training scheduled for the East Gippsland region in 2026.
Dates: Friday, October 30 – Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Tuition: $2500 (An early bird rate of $2200 is available for registrations paid in full before September 30, 2026)
What’s included: A 19-page physical training manual, a certificate of completion, ongoing informal post-training support from Becker, and a 50 per cent discount on future Level 1 refresher courses.
Bonuses: Registrations submitted this month include a complimentary personal Bowen treatment session with Ms Becker (valued at $140) and a guided self-healing meditation script to use with future clients.
There are no formal prerequisites to enrol, as the course is constructed to accommodate complete beginners.
However, prospective students must complete an application interview to ensure they are a suitable fit for the intensive format.
