RISI Store

WELCOME TO THE ROLF INSTITUTE BOOK STORE We have partnered with a local bookseller, The Boulder Book Store, located on the Pearl Street Mall, to offer materials on Rolfing and related topics. The Boulder Book Store/Rolf Institute link address: boulderbookstore.com/Rolf.html. Listings include required and recommended books for Units I, II and III.

Listed below are items available through The Institute’s Publications Department

Books

• Item # B001 - Ida Rolf Talks About Rolfing and Physical Reality. $9.95    
  Edited and with introduction by Rosemary Feitis. Excerpts from Dr. Rolf’s early class lectures. Published by The Rolf Institute, 1978. Soft cover book.
• Item # B002 - Remembering Ida Rolf. $14.95
  Edited by Rosemary Feitis, D.O. and R. Louis Schultz, Ph.D. A collection of stories about Ida P. Rolf. Published by The Rolf Institute and North Atlantic Books, 1996. Soft cover book.
• Item # B005 - Healing Through Touch. $8.95
  By Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, John T. Cottingham, P.T.  A survey of body therapies from ancient to present time. Published by The Rolf Institute, 1985. Soft cover book.

Brochures

• Item # M002 - Rolfing: The 10 series. $0.75 each • packets of 25 $18.75
  By Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, Jason Mixter. An excellent detailed explanation of the 10 series.
• Item # M003 - Rolfing: SI/MI. $0.40 each • packets of 50 $20.00
  Structural Integration/Movement Integration: The Whole Body Approach to Well-Being.   A two-part introductory pamphlet by Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, Jeffrey Maitland, Ph.D. and Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, James Boyce.
• Item # M004 - Rolfing: SI Expanding… $0.90 each • packets of 50 $45
  Structural Integration “Expanding Your Potential for Effortless Living”    An informative,    full-color introduction to Rolfing Structural Integration. A Rolf Institute brochure.

Collected Writings by Dr. Ida P. Rolf

• Item # A002 - The Body is a Plastic Medium. $2.75
  An illustrated booklet of children, teens and adults who have benefited from Rolfing.
• Item # A009 - Gravity: … $2.95
  Gravity: … An Unexplored Factor in a More Human Use of Human Beings. Known as “The Blue Book,” this is Dr. Rolf’s first scholarly paper published about Structural Integration. (1962). 
• Item # A020 - The Rolfing Technique of Connective Tissue Manipulation. $0.20   
  Introductory pamphlet co-authored by Dr. Rolf and Roger Pierce, Ph.D. (1976, 2003).
• Item # A025 - Structure: … $0.30
  Structure: A New Factor in Understanding the Human Condition. A paper presented by Dr. Rolf at the “Explorers of Human Kind” conference in Los Angeles, CA. (1978). Pamphlet.
• Item # A032 - The Vertical-Experiential Side to Human Potential. $0.30
  Summary of Rolfing developments, purposes and ideas. (1977). Pamphlet.
• Item # A035 - Structural Integration: A Contribution… $1.25
  Structural Integration: A Contribution to the Understanding of Stress. A reprint from the Swiss scientific journal, Confinia Psychiatrica (1973). Research based pamphlet.

Research & Scientific Studies

• Item # A026 - A Study of Structural Integration … $3.50
  A Study of Structural Integration from Neuromuscular, Energy Field, and Emotional Approaches. Research conducted at UCLA by Valerie Hunt, Ph.D. et al.  Abstract
• Item # A004 - Effects of Structural Integration on State-Trait Anxiety. $0.55
  By Valerie Hunt, Ph.D. Reprinted from the Journal of Clinical Psychology (March 1988). Pamphlet.
• Item # A022 - Shifts in Pelvic Inclination … $0.75
  Shifts in Pelvic Inclination Angle and Parasympathetic Tone Produced by Rolfing® Soft Tissue Manipulation. By John Cottingham, Ph.D. and Stephen Porges, Ph.D. Reprinted from The Journal of American Physical Therapy Association (September 1988) Pamphlet.
• Item # A023 - Stress, Stimulus, Intensity Control … $1.25
  Stress, Stimulus, Intensity Control and the Structural Integration Technique. By Julian Silverman, Ph.D. Reprinted from Confinia Psychiatrica. (1973). Research based pamphlet.
• Item # A028 - Tensional Forces in the Human Body. $0.25
  By David Robbie, M.D. Reprinted from Orthopedic Review (November 1977) Pamphlet.
• Item # A029 - A Three-Paradigm Treatment Model … $4.50
  A Three-Paradigm Treatment Model Using Soft Tissue Mobilization and Guided Movement-Awareness Techniques for a Patient with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Case Study. By John Cottingham, P.T. and Jeffrey Maitland, Ph.D. Reprinted from Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy (September 1997). Glossy booklet.
• Item # A030 - Integrating Manual and Movement Therapy … $4.00
  Integrating Manual and Movement Therapy With Philosophical Counseling for Treatment of a Patient With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Case Study That Explores the Principles of Holistic Intervention. By John T. Cottingham, MS, PT, and Jeffrey Maitland, Ph.D. Reprinted from Alternative Therapies (March 2000). Glossy booklet.
• Item # A034 - The Probable Reality … $1.00
  The Probable Reality Behind Structural Integration: How Gravity Supports the Body. By Ron Kirkby, Ph.D. Pamphlet.
• Item # A036 - The Effects of Soft Tissue Mobilization … $0.75
  The Effects of Soft Tissue Mobilization (Rolfing Pelvic Lift) on Parasympathetic Tone in Two Age Groups. By Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, John T. Cottingham, P.T. and Stephen Porges, Ph.D. Reprinted from The Journal of American Physical Therapy Association (March 1988). Pamphlet.

General Information

• Item # A024 - Structural Balance Opens Potential. $0.20
  By Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, Betsy Sise. Leaflet.
• Item # A031 - Understanding Rolfing. $0.25
  By Advanced Rolfing Practitioner, James Boyce. Reprinted from Physical Therapy Forum (1988). Leaflet.
• Item # A033 - What Structural Integration is and Why it Works. $0.55
  By Kalen Hammann, Ph.D. Reprinted from Osteopathic Physician (March 1972). Pamphlet.

Other Articles

• Item # B006 - Planes of Fascia of the Human Body. $15.00
  By B.B. Galluadet. New York: Columbia University Press (1931). 75 pages spiral-bound.
• Item # B007 - Talking to Fascia: Changing the Brain. $3.50
  By Robert Schleip. A collection of articles on Rolfing and the Neuro-Myofascial Net (1994).          28 pages spiral-bound.
• Item # A003 - Can Rolfing Help Your Running? $0.25
  By Advanced Rolfer, Brian Fahey, Ph.D. Reprinted from The Runner (Summer 1985). Leaflet.
• Item # A008 - Getting the Treatment… $0.15
  Getting the Treatment…Rolfing Can Change Your Shoe Size…and More. Reprinted from New Realities (1984). Leaflet.
• Item # A010 - Rolfing Out the Fugitive Body. $1.00
  By Lisa Connolly. Focus on Dr. Rolf’s life and accomplishments. Reprinted from Human Behavior (March 1981). Leaflet.
• Item # A012 - Rolfing the Female Body. $0.60
  By Angwyn St. Just. Reprinted from Alternative Versus Orthodox Approaches to Women’s Health. Leaflet.
• Item # A015 - Rolfing After Rolf. $0.75
  A testimonial from writer Rasa Gustaitis about Rolfing, with a look into Dr. Rolf’s person. Reprinted from New Realities (1991). Pamphlet.
• Item # A016 - Rolfing Autistic Children. $0.50
  By Advanced Rolfer, Patricia Wandler. Observations through the 10 series with 3 children. Leaflet.
• Item # A018 - Rolfing Movement: Clues … $4.00
  Rolfing Movement: Clues and Insights to Add to the Rolfing Sessions. By France Hatt-Arnold. Includes goals, analysis, education and sequences, with illustrated exercises (1992). 16 page glossy booklet.
• Item # A021 - Rolfing for Work-Related Repetitive Injuries. $0.55
  By Advanced Rolfer, Siana Goodwin (1996). Leaflet.
• Item # A037 - The Anatomy Trains (parts one & two). $20.00
  By Tom Myers, Reprinted from Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies (1997). 24 page booklet.

Video Tapes – VHS format

• Item # V001 - Growing Right With Rolfing. $22.95
  By Advanced Rolfer, Briah Anson. Documents work with six children and their families. (1996). 
• Item # V002 - Gravity is the Therapist. $30.00
  Dr. Rolf discusses Rolfing structural integration and its benefits. 25 minutes. 
• Item # V003 - Children are Special Cases. $55.00
  Dr. Anne Koller-Wilmking, Pediatrician, Dr. of Chiropractor and Advanced Rolfer, presents a detailed outline of the developmental phases in the structure of infants and children. Recorded at the European Rolfing Conference (1996). 120 minutes.
• Item # V004 - Working With Scoliosis. $42.00
  Robert Schleip, M.A., Rolfing Instructor, shows some muscular, skeletal, and neurological components that are helpful to understand when working with scoliosis. Recorded at the European Rolfing Conference (1996). 
• Item # V005 - Rolfing the Foot. $30.00
  With Advanced Rolfer, Jan Sultan. Includes lecture with demonstration. 29 minutes.
• Item # V006 - Rolfing in the Workplace. $15.00
  Emphasis on RSI; Rolfers demonstrate in an office setting. 10 minutes. 
• Item # V007 - Dimensions of Change. $30.00
  Presentation on Rolfing and Rolfing Movement Integration produced by Rolf Institute members in Los Angeles. 23 minutes. 
• Item # V008 - Introductory Lecture on Structural Integration. $49.95  
  A high quality, professional transfer of a 1970 16mm film of Dr. Ida P. Rolf discussing the fundamental principles and theory of Structural Integration with a class at Esalen in Big Sur, CA. An excellent addition to bodywork school video libraries. 44 minutes.

Miscellaneous Items

• Item # TS00 - T-Shirts – 2 styles to choose from: $15.00
  • Style #1 “Change Happens” front center; “Dr. Ida P. Rolf” back center, with quote “When the Body Gets Working Appropriately, the Force of Gravity Can Flow Through. Then, Spontaneously, the Body Heals Itself.” Lavender print on either Black or White shirt
  • Style #2 “…be the change you wish to see in the world. – Gandhi” front center; “Celebrating the life and legacy of Ida P. Rolf” back center. Teal print on either Black or White shirt.
  • Both styles available in Men’s crew neck or Women’s fitted v-neck
  • Sizes S-XL.
    Please indicate:
    Style: #1 Change or #2 Gandhi;
    Color: Black or White;
    Size: Men’s M-XL and Women’s S-XL.  Not all sizes/colors may be available
• Item # T001 - Ethical Behavior. $15.00
  2 cassette tape set, by Les Kertay.  Worth six NCBTMB elective credits.                                    
  For questions regarding NCBTMB credits: call 800-530-8875 x 104.
• Item # X002 - General Press Kit. $7.00
  Articles from popular magazines and newspapers on the benefits of Rolfing.  
• Item # X003 - Sports Press Kit. $7.00
  Rolfing articles related to training and sports medicine.                       
• Item # X004 - Repetitive Stress Injury Press Kit. $7.00
  Rolfing articles related to repetitive stress injuries.
• Item # X005 - Post Cards. $0.35
  Ida Rolf’s picture. From Centennial Celebration. 2 styles. Equal number of each sent with order.
• Item # X008 - Little Boy Logo PMT. No Charge
  Available only to members.

TO PLACE AN ORDER:

• For all orders please use Publication Order Form, click here
• In person: Leave completed order form at front desk.
• Phone: Leave message with complete information at: 1.800.530.8875 x 162.
• Fax completed order form to: 303.443.5978
• Standard mail: Send completed form to: The Rolf Institute Publications 5055 Chaparral Court, Suite 103 Boulder, CO 80301
• Payment required in full at time of order. Cash and credit card orders only. We accept Visa, MasterCard and American Express.
• Shipped orders sent via USPS first class or priority mail.
• Shipping cost dependent upon weight.
• Handling charges dependent upon total order.
• No returns except on damaged goods.
• For questions: leave message at 303.449.5903 x 100.

More About Rolfing:
RISI History | RISI Faculty | Facts at a Glance | Membership Services | Library | RISI Community Clinic | RISI Store | Contact Us | Course Schedule