Student FAQs
Student Frequently Asked Questions
Rolfing® Training
The Rolfing® Structural Integration Certification Program in Lafayette, CO takes 22 weeks, plus two three-week study intervals, to complete.
The Regional Rolfing Certification takes 1-2 years to complete.
If you are already a practicing bodyworker, you may be eligible to take the Regional Rolfing Certification Program or transfer in to the Rolfing SI Program. Please view the prerequisites and contact the Admissions Department with any questions.
Applying to a Rolfing® Program
While age is not specified, students applying for the training program must have completed the following:
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A High School diploma or recognized equivalent.
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One of the following:
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An official academic transcript, equivalent to an AA degree or occupational certificate, showing at least 60 credit hours at an institution of adult or higher education.
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Documentation of a minimum of four years of equivalent career experience and professional accomplishments.
Yes, please have your official transcripts mailed to:
Admissions Department
Dr. Ida Rolf Institute
450 Courtney Way, Suite 100
Lafayette, CO 80026
No, students may submit their application before completing the Rolf Movements sessions. However, prior to starting Phase II of training at The Rolf Institute®, students must have received one Rolf Movement® session with a Certified Rolf Movement Practitioner®. The remaining two sessions are due by the end of Phase II.
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Please see our Refund Policy.
Rolfing® Program Costs
The Dr. Ida Rolf Institute participates in Federal Student Financial Aid Programs under Title IV. For more information, please visit the Financial Aid page.
For Rolfing Training in Lafayette, CO, a deposit of $300 is required to enroll in each phase of the program ($900 total). You are not considered fully admitted to the program until all three deposits have been paid. Half of the tuition for each phase is due two weeks before the class begins. The remaining balance is due two weeks after the class has started. Students will be emailed an invoice six weeks prior to the start date which allows them to pay through the online billing system.
For Regional Training, Advanced Training, and Rolf Movement Training, a deposit of $300 is required to enroll in the program. Payment will be made over several installments, the first being two weeks prior to the start date of the class. Students will be invoiced a month before the due date which allows them to pay through the online billing system.
Logistics
If you still have questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact the admissions team at the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute.
Email: info@rolf.org
Phone: (303) 449-5903
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