Inner Dynamics Academy of Structural Integration


Our training program is a 534-hour continuing education training for practitioners with a current license to touch. To become a Board Certified Structural Integrator (BCSI), you will take the Certification Exam for Structural Integration (CESI) at the completion of the program.

In our program, you will learn:

 ◦ Principles of Dr. Ida Rolf’s 10 series of Structural Integration

 ◦ Fascial System and Manual Therapy

 ◦ Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology 

 ◦ Pathology 

 ◦ Somatic Psychology and Biopsychosocial Influences 

 ◦ Weight Bearing Palpation

 ◦ Structural and Functional Assessments

 ◦ Embodied Awareness 

 ◦ Movement Education 

 ◦ Human Potential Movement

 ◦ Inclusion and Ethics 

Application for the 2025 cohort is now open! Deadline to apply is January 31, 2025.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. With a cohort of only 16, early application and enrollment is highly encouraged.

As of August 2024, we have been approved by the International Association of Structural Integration (IASI) as a recognized SI training program.

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2025 Structural Integration Training

  • Unless noted, classes are 9 AM - 6 PM, PST with an hour lunch from 12-1 PM.

    Mandatory Online Orientation - Monday, February 24, 2025, 9 AM - 11 AM, PST

    Week 1 - Monday, March 10, 2025 - Friday, March 14, 2025 Intensive I - Introduction to SI and the 5 Principles

    Week 2 - Monday, March 17, 2025 - Friday, March 21, 2025 Intensive II - Sleeve Sessions Preview

    Week 3 - Monday, April 14, 2025 - Thursday, April 17, 2025 Session 1

    Week 4 - Monday, May 5, 2025 - Thursday, May 8, 2025 Session 2

    Week 5 - Monday, May 19, 2025 - Thursday, May 22, 2025 Session 3

    Week 6 - Intensive III - Monday, June 23, 2025 - Friday, June 27, 2025 Core Sessions Preview

    Week 7 - Monday, July 14, 2025 - Thursday, July 17, 2025 Session 4

    Week 8 - Monday, August 4, 2025 - Thursday, August 7, 2025 Session 5

    Week 9 - Monday, August 25, 2025 - Thursday, August 28, 2025 Session 6

    Week 10 - Monday, September 15, 2025 - Thursday, September 18, 2025 Session 7

    Week 11 - Monday, October 20, 2025 - Friday, October 24, 2025 Intensive IV - Integration Sessions Preview

    Week 12 - Monday, November 10, 2025 - Thursday, November 13, 2025 Session 8

    Week 13 - Monday, December 1, 2025 - Friday, December 5, 2025 Intensive V - SI Principles Application to the Series, Session 9

    Week 14 - Monday, December 8, 2025 - Friday, December 12, 2025 Intensive VI - Session 10, Graduation

    There are 3 make-up weeks in addition that can be utilized if class is canceled due to inclement weather or if client models need to be rescheduled due to illness.

    Make-Up Week 1 - Wednesday, June 4, 2025 - Thursday, June 5, 2025

    Make-Up Week 2 - Monday, October 6, 2025 - Thursday, October 9, 2025

    Make-Up Week 3 - Monday, December 15, 2025 - Friday, December 19, 2025

  • The training will be held at 415 N Killingsworth St, Portland, Oregon, 97217.

    Nearby street parking is available in addition to a parking lot. It is preferred for students to use street parking .

    If accessible, students are encouraged to take public transportation, biking, ride sharing, etc.

  • 1 of the following is required for admission into the program. Additionally, though not required, it is highly recommended to have received a Structural Integration series or at least 2-3 treatments of Structural Integration.

    • License to touch: A Active state or government license to touch in health care such as massage therapy, chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture, osteopathy, etc. Keep in mind, our current program is structured as continuing education and not currently eligible as a pathway to licensure.

    • Certificate of Completion: If you have successfully completed a massage therapy program, but are still waiting to get licensed, we will accept a certificate of completion from the following schools: East West College of Healing Arts (800 hours), Ashland Institute of Massage Therapy (725 hours), Oregon School of Massage Therapy (640 hours). Graduates from other programs will need to send a copy of their license or transcripts.

    • Official Transcripts with Transfer Credits:

      • 196 hours as follows:

        • 120 hours of college-level anatomy & physiology

        • 46 hours of content that is relevant to the practice of Structural Integration

        • 20 hours of Ethics and Therapeutic Relationship

        • 10 hours of Business Development

  • Total cost of the program is $10,000. This does not includes required textbooks, application fee, or transcript fees.

    Deposit of $2,000 is due upon acceptance into the program to reserve your spot.

    Tuition is to be paid-in-full by the start of classes. Monthly payment plans are available distributed over the course of the program. Contact the program coordinator if this is a need.

    There is a limited number of $2,000 scholarships available for students with a historically marginalized identities regardless of income.

    5% of every student's tuition goes towards this scholarship fund for future students.

  • To apply, complete the online application. There is a $150 non-refundable application fee. 

    Applications are due by January 31, 2025, and must include two letters of reference (one professional and one personal) and proof of meeting prerequisites (current license to touch or official transcripts). Applications are reviewed and accepted on a rolling basis. With a cohort of only 16, early application and enrollment is highly encouraged.

    All applications are reviewed in a committee format by the executive director and two faculty members. Formal approvals for admittance to the program are sent via email within 14 days of receiving all application material including letters of recommendation and license or transcripts.