DOUBLE UP with Visceral Manipulation Abdomen 1 + 2 Combo courses. VM1 COURSE HIGHLIGHTS: (5th - 8th March 2026) In Visceral Manipulation, Abdomen 1, VM1, you will be introduced to the models and concepts of functional biomechanics as viewed from Jean-Pierre Barral's Visceral Manipulation approach. This method of evaluation and treatment is based on the concept that each of our internal organs rotates on a physiological axis. Focus is on the abdominal cavity and includes the organs, their membranes, ligaments, innervation and their spatial functional interrelationships. You will learn basic manipulations for correcting abnormal motions and stress patterns within this cavity. The course includes lecture, demonstration and hands-on practical experience for each technique presented. Learn manual skills to locate, evaluate and normalize primary areas of dysfunction within the abdominal cavity. Explore the dynamics of motion and suspension in relation to organs, membranes and ligaments Examine the relationship of organs and structural or neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction. Assess the quality of functional activity and somatic structures as they relate to an overall pattern. Special focus on the Liver, Stomach, Gall bladder, Small and Large Intestine. VM2 - (2nd - 5th May 2026) Christchurch. Course Description: The Visceral Manipulation, Abdomen 2, VM2 class reviews anatomical functional integration of material addressed in Visceral Manipulation 1 along with additional concepts and techniques gaining deeper understanding of the abdominal cavity and its relationship to the cranial and thoracic cavities. Emphasis is then on the deeper structures of the abdomen, the kidneys, greater omentum, peritoneum, spleen and pancreas. The course includes lecture, demonstration and hands-on practical experience for each technique presented. COURSE HIGHLIGHTS: Learn about the concept of restriction planes, mobility and motility. Evaluation protocols of General and Local Listening Incorporate multiple long-lever techniques. Participate in, hands-on labs that guide you through specific techniques for locating and evaluating each organ, along with the effects and contraindications Pre-requisite: VM1 You can see more detail for each class on our dedicated pages. https://www.barral.co.nz/vm1-abdomen-1 https://www.barral.co.nz/vm2-abdomen-2 * Please note the different course start dates with the combo offer. **EARLYBIRD Special Deal for VM1 & VM2 classes booked at the same time. You will receive a discount off each class and receive a copy of the Visceral Manipulation book by Jean Pierre Barral valued at $135. Total combined VM1 & VM2 cost $1900 NZD incl GST** Offer Valid until 22nd January 2026, full payment due by 22nd January 2026.

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