Learn More about the Rolf Institute® of Structural Integration
The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration is the only school, whether in the United States or worldwide, that trains Rolfers™ and Rolf Movement® Practitioners™. Certified Rolfers are the only professionals who can provide Rolfing® to the public.
RISI's high standard for candidates, students-in-training, and Rolfers are reflected in its Code of Ethics, Standards of Practice, and continuing education trainings.
The Purpose of The Rolf Institute® of Structural Integration is...
to bring the benefits of Rolfing® to the world. This goal is accomplished through providing a quality training program in Rolfing structural integration, certifying Rolfing practitioners and providing them with continuing education, promoting research and educating the public about the value of Rolfing.
The Focus of The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration is...
- To select, train, and certify qualified and competent practitioners of Rolfing Structural Integration.
- To provide continuing education for practitioners of Rolfing Structural Integration.
- To promote programs of research in Rolfing Structural Integration.
- To educate the general public concerning the principles of structural integration and the useful and beneficial nature of Rolfing Structural Integration.
History
Established in 1971, RISI is a nonprofit corporation, organized and existing under the laws of California and Colorado. Recognized by the U.S. Government as a tax-exempt, educational and scientific research organization, RISI is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, and periodically sponsors additional trainings in other locations. RISI has five international licensees that independently offer programs compatible with trainings sponsored in the U.S. They are located in Germany, Japan, Australia, Brazil and Canada.
Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA)
Important information: The Rolf Institute Rolf Program is accredited by The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation. In order to graduate from an accredited program all three class of the program must be attended at the Rolf Institute in Boulder, CO. International school programs are not accredited by COMTA.
Research
Rolfing has been the subject of research at major universities, including UCLA and The University of Maryland, where studies have been conducted that document the positive physical and emotional effects of the work. For more research related information on Rolfing click here.
Service Mark
In 1979, the United States Patent Office granted service mark rights for the word Rolfing® to The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration, distinguishing Rolfing from all other forms of structural integration. RISI is the sole owner of the trademark Rolfing®, the brand and all its derivatives.
