About Dr. Ida Rolf Institute®
The Dr. Ida Rolf Institute® in Colorado is the original school of Rolfing® Structural Integration, a hands-on bodywork method that realigns the body to improve posture, reduce chronic pain, and enhance movement. The Institute trains certified Rolfers® and Rolf Movement® Practitioners through immersive, in-person education rooted in anatomy, fascia, and somatic integration. Rolfing® increases flexibility, balance, and body awareness, and offers a fulfilling career path for massage therapists, PTs, yoga teachers, holistic health professionals, and anyone drawn to working with the body. The reviews describe the Institute as a transformative experience, with exceptional instructors who are skilled, passionate, and dedicated to preserving Dr. Ida Rolf's legacy. Students praise the supportive staff, great class atmosphere, and the rigorous yet worthwhile program. Many forge lifelong friendships and look forward to the Institute's well-appointed continuing education programs to advance their careers as Rolfers.
Wonderful experience!
I’m incredibly grateful for my experience at the Rolf Institute. At the time, I was a massage therapist with 10 years of experience, but I was struggling with chronic physical issues from the demands of my work and multiple car accidents. A friend recommended I see a local Rolfer, and the Rolfing® Ten Series made such a profound difference in my body that I knew I had to learn more—and help others in the same way.
With encouragement from my Rolfer, I made the life-changing decision to pursue training in Boulder, Colorado. Leaving a full-time massage practice, a military husband, and two small children behind was not easy, but we made it work. I completed the...read full review
My time at DIRI was one of the most transformative experiences of my life and career. I had tremendous teachers who thoroughly taught me the skills I need to be a Rolf Practitioner.
My class was 18 students which is rather large, but we had a great class container and atmosphere to learn in. The staff was always supportive and available to lend a listening ear if it was needed.
The program is intensive and demands a lot out of its students, but it is absolutely worth it.