Pelvic and Abdominal ScarWork Training for Therapists

Self-development and self-awareness facilitated.

Specialist CPD course for qualified Sharon Wheeler’s ScarWork therapists

Learn to work safely and sensitively with pelvic and abdominal scars

Focus on post-surgical healing (e.g. C-section, hysterectomy, laparoscopic scars)

Suitable for bodyworkers, physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, scar specialists & trauma-informed therapists

In-person training in small, supportive groups

Why Pelvic & Abdominal ScarWork?

Pelvic and abdominal scars, like any scars, can affect mobility, posture, organ function, and emotional wellbeing. Women in particular have a lot of pelvic and abdominal surgery and the potential side effects such as incontinence, pain, hip problems, lower back pain and change of gait are often overlooked in their recovery. This course offers in-depth training for therapists who want to support clients recovering from surgery or trauma in this area. You’ll learn sensitive, effective ScarWork techniques that promote healing while respecting physical and emotional boundaries.

Who This Course Is For & Entry Requirements

This course is ideal for anyone who has qualified in Sharon Wheeler’s ScarWork.

You will need

  1. A working understanding of and be very comfortable with using the first nine ScarWork techniques. 
  2. If you have been qualified as a manual therapist for less than 5 years, then you should have a minimum of one year's clinical experience as a ScarWork therapist behind you before attending this course; this should include working regularly with scars and feeling comfortable that you are able to use ScarWork with a fair amount of confidence and understand how the body responds to it.

This is because some of the techniques are designed to deeply integrate the body, allowing distortion, torsion, and tissue displacement to be addressed; therefore, students need to be able to handle the body intelligently and with awareness. Certain modalities with longer initial training may be exempt from this requirement.

If unsure, get in touch — we’re happy to advise.

What You’ll Learn

This training takes your work to a different level and covers:

  • The impact of pelvic/abdominal scarring on fascia, organs, and movement
  • Understanding the emotional landscape of pelvic scarring
  • Boundaried, ethical, and consent-based approaches
  • Revision of relevant ScarWork techniques specifically for these surgeries.
  • Introduction of specialist techniques passed on by Sharon Wheeler for this training.
  • Integrating scar release into broader client care

You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the body’s healing process and the confidence to support clients with compassion and skill.

Course Format & What’s Included

  • Three-day-in-person training
  • Taught by Jan with experienced assistant teachers
  • Safe, respectful learning environment
  • Printed course manual + certificate of attendance
  • Post-course guidance and community support

This is a powerful and sensitive course — ideal for those ready to deepen their practice. If you are unsure of your readiness for the course, please contact jan@bodyinharmony.org.uk to discuss.

Course Dates & Locations

London (West & North)

Berkshire and Hampshire

Taiwan

International requests considered on enquiry

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FAQs

Yes — you don’t need to be a specialist. We teach you what you need in a clear, safe, and respectful way.

Yes. The course is practical and designed to integrate into your work immediately

Yes. We place a strong emphasis on consent, language, and creating a safe experience for both client and therapist.

Yes you must be qualified in Sharon Wheeler’s ScarWork. Please see additional requirements for acceptance.

Want to help clients heal from pelvic and abdominal surgery and learn to integrate the work bodywide?

Book your place on this life-changing ScarWork training.

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