Understanding and Working with Scoliosis Level I
September 19 – September 21, 2025 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Meredith Stevens
Scoliosis isn’t just a spinal issue, it is a total body pattern. Each pattern is unique and requires an individualized approach to make lasting changes in the body.
In this exciting new program for experienced massage therapists and Structural Integration Practitioners, we will discuss the three-dimensional nature of scoliosis, its etiology, diagnosis, progression, and treatment. Dr. Stephens combines concepts from structural integration and Schroth therapy with her knowledge of fascia and tensegrity to create a 3D , holistic treatment approach for a stronger, healthier and more lengthened alignment. Emphasis will be placed on using hands on soft tissue strategies to address restrictions and helping the client achieve the goals of improved body awareness, alignment, breath control and function in their daily lives.
In addition to traditional treatment on the table, this workshop will also introduce you to working with clients off the table in gravity to help them elongate their spine and address shortened tissues. We will be bringing in models to help you apply what you are learning with someone with scoliosis.
The course will focus on adults with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and adult degenerative scoliosis (ADS).
When the Body Speaks: BodyReading and Gait Masterclass with Tom Myers
August 31- September 1, 2024 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Tom Myers
Join this 2-day BodyReading MasterClass with Anatomy Trains author Tom Myers, to learn to parse client postural patterns and develop strategies for easing gait and functional movement.
See into the biomechanics of gait through the lens of Anatomy Trains. Trace the cascade of inter-related events from heel strike up through the feet, ankle, knees, hips and SI joint and spine. Learn useful hands-on assessments for gait, axial pelvic movements,and SI patency. This class offers a neutral and welcoming language, with procedures for introducing your clients to BodyReading and make it fun as well as helpful for them.
This class explains biotensegrity as related to full body movement patterns, and research updates on the fascial system in injury, recovery, and optimum movement.
Explore the stability / mobility equation, including dissection videos of both healthy and unhealthy joints, how to work with fascial “vikings” and “temple dancers”, and building a resilient fascial system for durability and graceful aging.
Scar Work
June 4 – 7, 2026 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Kevin Hieber
As an inspiring, continuing education experience, this course delivers fresh insights and tools, while opening new doors for the future of your bodywork or clinical practice.
In this class you will
- Understand how scars can create longterm subsequent effects both locally and elsewhere in the body
- Learn a variety of techniques to address specific qualities of different scars
- Receive practical experience with a variety of scars in three supervised Clinical Practice sessions
- Discover how ScarWork’s theories and perspectives can enhance your skills within your general practice with all clients/patients
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
$ 900. $800 for early registration before May 1.
Sharron Wheeler Art of Structural Integration
June 11 – 14, 2026 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Sharon Wheeler
This class explores different ways of changing tissue as she demonstrates Dr Rolf’s methods of triangulating the directional vector of tissue, determining the rate of change of the tissue, as well as exploring balance and integration. Everyone will receive a session from Sharon and practice various Rolfing techniques.
Class is limited to 6 people. Must be a structural Integrator to take this class
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
$ 900. $800 for early registration before May 1.
Breast Work
June 16 – 19, 2026 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Sharon Wheeler & Kevin Hieber
Class is limited to 6 people. Must be a structural Integrator to take this class
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
$ 900. $800 for early registration before May 1.
Sharron Wheeler Cranial with neck and baby night
June 22 – 26, 2026 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Sharon Wheeler
“Two handed torque” for the cranium will be taught. This delightful technique smooths out lumps, bumps, dents and distortions in the skull, nicely demonstrating the fluidity of spongy bone in the cranium. For the lower jaw and zygomatic arch, the “double pry bar” for width and balance will be taught. We will explore nose work, the eye sockets, the ears and ear cartilage, and the hyoid. Close attention will be given to the atlas/axis relationship and we will take a good look at the upper back and upper ribs and shoulders as they relate to this work.
From application of these direct techniques you may expect large amounts of structural change.
Class is limited to 6 people. Must be a structural Integrator to take this class
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
$ 900. $800 for early registration before May 1.
Sharron Wheeler Pelvis & Tail End
June 27 – 30, 2026 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Sharon Wheeler
The Tail End of the body seems to receive a generous number of accidental impacts. And these impacts can distort the relationship between the bones and distort the actual shape of the bones in the region; the sacrum, coccyx, pelvis, and femur. Many thanks to the equestrian who inspired this workshop.
Sharon will give a guided tour of structural landmarks through this complex region. These landmarks give you a guide to evaluate good structure from damaged structure. Relevant Structural Integration work will be reviewed as well as specialized BoneWork techniques for the remediation of any bent bones or badly healed breaks throughout this region. Students will be able to exchange sessions to receive help for their own Tail End troubles and we will have models for practice as well (with supervision).
Note: this course is intended for manual therapists of all backgrounds, including but not limited to, Structural Integrators
Class is limited to 6 people. Must be a structural Integrator to take this class
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
$ 900. $800 for early registration before May 1.
Sharron Wheelers Bone Work
June 16 – 20, 2025 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana taught by Sharon Wheeler
BoneWork is Sharon’s original discovery and one that she is continually developing and expanding on. The discovery was lady luck, followed by years of observation and experimentation.
Bone Rolling and Bone Change will be demonstrated in class. They are simple to learn and easy to do.
The work is rarely painful – even for recently broken bones, and the amount of change in one intervention is extensive. The cosmetic effect is delightful and the functional changes can be profound. The improvements appear to be permanent.
Practitioners will learn these techniques well enough to take them home and use them the next day in their private practices. BoneWork can fit seamlessly into an SI series or be used as a stand-alone intervention session.
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
Class is limited to 16 people $900.
$800 for early registration before May 1,
Sharon Wheeler Scar Work 2
June 23 – 25, 2025 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana, taught by Sharron Wheeler
Integrating Scar tissue is Sharon’s original discovery and one that she is continually developing and expanding on. This 3 day class will teach additional techniques, refinements and new discoveries to her Scar Work. This is the first time being offered here in the States. Practitioners will learn these techniques well enough to take them home and use them the next day in their private practices.
Prerequisite: Sharons Scar Work class from an approved instructor
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
Class is limited to 16 people for $550.
$500 for early registration before May 1, 2025
Sharon Wheeler Scar Work Reasembling Women after Childbirth
June 26 – 28, 2025 at Restorative Spot, in Elkhart, Indiana, taught by Sharron Wheeler
This 3-day class will teach techniques to help women who have given birth both vaginally and through c-section. You will learn Scar Work that relates to pregnancy, releasing the diaphragms, and other body restrictions caused by childbirth will be taught. Practitioners will learn these techniques well enough to take them home and use them in their private practices the next day.
Prerequisite: Sharons Scar Work class from an approved instructor
Call 574-326-3972 to Register
Class is limited to 16 people for $550.
$500 for early registration before May 1, 2025