The full catalogue
Barral Method courses
Over 25 courses across 10 disciplines — a complete curriculum developed by Jean-Pierre Barral and refined over four decades of clinical work.
At a glance
The Barral curriculum is modular. Each course is a self-contained 3–4 day module; together they form a complete professional training leading to the BI Diplomate credential. The table below summarises the main series.
| Series | Modules | Duration | CE credits | Starting price | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visceral Manipulation VM1 – VM5 | 5 | 4 days | 24 per course | €590 | None (VM1 entry) |
| Neural Manipulation NM1 – NM5 | 5 | 3 days | 18 per course | ~€600 | None (NM1 entry) |
| Listening Techniques LT1 – LT2 | 2 | 3 days | 18 per course | Contact | Open to therapists |
| Manual Approach to the Brain MATB1 – MATB4 | 4 | 3 days | 18 per course | Contact (MAB3: €795) | VM1–VM5 + NM1–NM4 |
| Advanced & specialised Articular, Vascular, Polyvagal, Pediatric | 10+ | 3 days | 18 per course | Contact | Varies by course |
All prices are per course. Payment by bank transfer, card or instalments. Confirm current prices at enrolment.
For exact dates and to reserve a specific edition, see the course calendar on our Spain training page.
By the numbers
- 40+years of clinical research by Jean-Pierre Barral
- 100,000+practitioners trained worldwide, according to Barral Institute International
- 40+countries with active Barral Institute affiliates
- 25+courses across 10 disciplines in the complete curriculum
Source: Barral Institute International (barralinstitute.com), updated 2026.
Browse by discipline
Visceral Manipulation
The foundational program — five core levels working with organ mobility and motility.
→Neural Manipulation
Release restrictions of the nervous system — from peripheral nerves to cranial nerves.
→Listening Techniques
Refine your palpation to identify root dysfunction before touching the patient.
→Manual Approach to the Brain
Four progressive levels exploring brain anatomy, function and manual therapy applications.
→New Manual Articular Approach
Treat joints as interconnected systems of nerves, vessels, ligaments and viscera.
→Advanced Visceral Manipulation
Specialized programs exploring thoracic, trauma, neuroendocrine and osteoarticular relationships.
→Visceral Vascular Manipulation
Work directly with the vascular system to release circulatory restrictions and improve tissue function.
→Polyvagal Manual Therapy
Integrate polyvagal theory with manual therapy to address autonomic nervous system regulation.
→Pediatric Applications
Adapted protocols for newborns, infants and children — gentle, precise, developmentally aware.
→Certification Programs
Formal recognition of mastery in Visceral Manipulation and Neural Manipulation.
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