Learn BodyTalk in Brisbane this December

BodyTalk Fundamentals with Melissa Smith
5–6 and 12–13 December 2026 | Face to face

Curious about BodyTalk? Perhaps you have experienced a session and wanted to understand more, or you are looking for an opportunity to learn something new.

BodyTalk Fundamentals is your starting point—and everyone is welcome. No previous BodyTalk experience or health-related qualifications are required.

Join Melissa Smith for four days of in-person learning over two weekends, with demonstrations, guided practice and time to ask questions as you learn.

Register through the IBA website

A starting point for your interest in BodyTalk

You may want to explore BodyTalk for personal interest, learn with your family in mind, or take a first step towards further BodyTalk study. You do not need to have plans to become a practitioner.

What you will learn

  • The BodyTalk principles, Protocol and Procedure.

  • How to use neuromuscular biofeedback within a session.

  • Foundational balancing techniques.

  • Working with organs, endocrines, body parts and body systems.

  • Exploring emotions, environmental influences and body chemistry.

  • Practical session structure and hands-on application.

  • How to practise safely and continue developing after the course.

Learn face to face

Melissa teaches Fundamentals exclusively in person. You will have opportunities to watch demonstrations, practise with fellow students and receive feedback along the way.

Spread across two weekends, the course also gives you time between weekends to reflect on your learning and return with questions.

“Melissa made everything simple, clear and easy to understand.”
— Tammy

“Very impressed with Melissa’s knowledge, ability and method of presentation.”
— Vince

Continue learning after the course

Your enrolment includes free access to monthly face-to-face study groups at Mt Gravatt. These groups provide an opportunity to continue practising, ask questions and stay connected with other BodyTalk students and practitioners as you develop your confidence.

What is included?

  • Four days of face-to-face BodyTalk Fundamentals training.

  • An electronic course manual.

  • Free access to monthly in-person study groups at Mt Gravatt.

  • A complimentary Building your Business with AI guide and tools, for those interested in the business side of their learning.

  • Morning and afternoon tea each day.

Your instructor

Melissa Smith brings 25 years of experience as a BodyTalk practitioner, together with her experience as an instructor, trainer and assessor. She teaches BodyTalk Access and BodyTalk Fundamentals and is the creator of Advanced Body Chemistry.

Her students value her ability to explain concepts clearly and create an environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and learning together.

Dates and location

Weekend one: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026
Weekend two: Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026

Hours: 9.00 am–5.30 pm each day
Location: Crestpoint House Conference Room, Level 1, 1416 Logan Road, Mt Gravatt East QLD 4122
Delivery: Face to face over all four days

Course investment

Early bird: AUD $1,900
Register by 15 November 2026 and pay in full by 21 November 2026.

Standard course fee: AUD $2,100

Take your next step

Ready to begin learning BodyTalk? Register through the International BodyTalk Association website.

Register for BodyTalk Fundamentals

Have a question before deciding? Contact Melissa to discuss the course and whether it suits what you are looking to learn.

Would you like Fundamentals in your area?

If you cannot attend the Brisbane course, you can still register your interest in future face-to-face training. Melissa welcomes expressions of interest from other locations and may travel to teach where there is sufficient demand.

Please include your city or region, state and country, and mention BodyTalk Fundamentals in your enquiry. If you have a group interested in attending, let Melissa know the approximate number of people.

Register your interest in another location