Continuing Education for Certified Rolfers®

The Dr. Ida Rolf Institute is committed to cultivating academic growth and therapeutic skills in all our graduate Rolfers™. We encourage a lifelong learning approach, and our Continuing Education (CE) programs are designed to support you in refining your therapeutic skills, expanding your clinical toolbox, preparing for the Advanced Rolfing® certificate, and continuing to broaden your knowledge even as an Advanced Rolfer™.

CE opportunities include hands-on training in advanced manipulative techniques, Rolf Movement® instruction, and complementary modalities such as CranioSacral Therapy and Visceral Manipulation.

Upcoming CE Classes

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Continuing Education Credit Requirements for
Advanced Rolfing® Training Certification

To become a Certified Advanced Rolfer™, you must complete 18 Continuing Education days within 7 years of initial certification, or within 9 years if you first complete Rolf Movement® Certification:

• 10 CE Days – Required Intermediate CE Courses (taught by DIRI faculty)
• 5 CE Days – Rolf Movement® CE Courses (taught by DIRI Rolf Movement faculty)
• 3 CE Days – Elective CE Courses - your choice of CE courses offered by DIRI

Credits earned under previous DIRI CE policies will be honored.

You may request a waiver for incomplete prerequisites.
Waiver decisions are made at the instructor's discretion.

Rolf Movement® Classes 

Rolf Movement® Certification is a flexible, in-depth training open to Certified Rolfers™, Rolfing SI students, and Structural Integration practitioners from IASI-recognized schools. This 30-day program deepens your understanding of coordination, perception, gravity orientation, and nervous system regulation—key elements for creating lasting structural change and expanding the impact of your Rolfing® work.

At least 5 days of Rolf Movement® coursework are required as part of the Continuing Education prerequisites for enrollment in Advanced Rolfing® Certification Training. Whether you’re pursuing full Rolf Movement® Certification or fulfilling CE requirements for advanced training, these courses are essential for evolving your skills and effectiveness as a practitioner.

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Uploading CE Certificates

To log CE courses:

• Log in to the Members Area
• Go to My Membership Information
  > Continuing Education
• Click “Add/Change CE Classes Taken”
• Click “Add New CE Class” and  complete all fields

To upload certificates:

• Select credit type: 
• Required Intermediate /
• Rolf Movement® / Elective
• Upload your certificate
• Click Submit

Advanced Rolfing® Training for Certifed Rolfers™

Advanced Rolfing® training is a 168-hour certification program designed to elevate your clinical precision, presence, and adaptability. The program will help you develop and deepen your understanding and effectiveness as a Rolfer. It is also a great opportunity to explore and get updated with the latest developments in our work.

What you will study:

• Replace recipe-based work with principle-centered decision making
• Learn to mobilize joints in an integrated, systemic way
• Explore the viscera and internal cavities—structure, pressures, pulls
• Refine your ability to assess and treat the whole person
• Cultivate energetic sensitivity and direct/indirect touch
• Understand the therapeutic environment as part of healing

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Auditing the Advanced Training

Already certified as an Advanced Rolfer™? 

If you have already completed your Advanced Training through the Rolf Institute, then you are welcome to repeat the training on a space-available basis (if the class is not full) at half price. If you want to be assured a spot in case the class fills, you will need to pay full price.

You can also choose to audit morning lectures only (no participation). The following prerequisites apply:

• $75 administrative fee
• Instructor approval required

We request that all visiting members recognize the priority of those completing the class for the first time.

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Questions About CE Policies?

Our continuing education requirements are among the many ways in which the Rolf Institute maintains its high standards and demonstrates them to the community.

If you are unable to meet your CE requirements within the 7- or 9-year window, please send a letter explaining your situation to the Executive Director. Your request will be reviewed by the Board of Directors.