Rolfing® Structural Integration in Amsterdam
Janco Volk is an independent Rolfer based in Amsterdam, specialising in Rolfing and holistic integration. By combining different approaches, he works with the body as a whole and adapts each session to you.
Professional and personalised treatment
Years of experience and expertise
Individually tailored sessions
"I work with the whole body using different methods; the holistic integration aspect comes in by working with each individual."
Janco Volk
Founder, Rolfing Amsterdam
What is Rolfing?
The main aim of Rolfing is to re-establish the natural alignment of the human body.
Rolfing, or Structural Integration, is a holistic form of bodywork. It helps to re-establish elasticity and lubrication to sticky and viscous fascia tissue and to develop a more upright and adaptable posture.
In a series of several sessions, Rolfing supports its clients in improving their posture and movement patterns.
The holistic and supportive view of Rolfing, together with its individual-centered approach enables a wide range of applications.
How it works
Rolfing is based on a number of principles and focuses on the individual needs of each client. Alongside the treatment of the fascial web and its relations, attention is also paid to learning exercises and movements.
Treatment process
Each session starts with a short conversation, and the first session starts with a longer intake interview. During the intake it is my wish to answer all of the questions that arise.
Questions?
If you have questions or you would like to schedule an appointment, you can email me or fill in the form in the contact page. Regardless of the preference, I always like to reply to you as soon as possible.
Who is Rolfing for?
To date, I had clients with an age-span that goes from 5 months old to 86 years old. Rolfing is for people who feel healthy or sick. For people close or far from their ideal body weight. For women, for men. To be more specific it can address:
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Rolfing can help with
General wellbeing
more self-awareness, better breathing, greater flexibility, refined coordination.
Physical discomfort
chronic pain, acute pain, muscle disorder, postural issues, scar.
Emotional discomfort
stress, burnout, depression, PTSD, grief.
About Janco
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"I think there are many lenses through which you can look at a person, or at a body; for example holistic, integrative, structural and functional; or the liquid body and the biomechanical body. This complexity makes it a bit more difficult to understand things, but also more interesting, and to me it is actually the only way that makes sense.
Structural Integration work is physical, but can also be psychological (history in the tissue, feeling in the past, becoming aware of emotional tension, stiffness and stress, and holding of breath).
Rolfing should feel good, relaxing, and releasing, and also have a wellness effect, next to reducing pain, and creating efficiency in a more integrated body.
The work should never feel painful, but sometimes can be on an edge."
Pricing
Adult
Child (under 16 years)
Discover the gentle power of Rolfing
Book a session and find out how Rolfing works with your posture, movement and well-being.
Rolfing is complementary care, not medical treatment. If you have, or suspect, an illness, please see your doctor first.
How many sessions are recommended?
That depends on you and what you come for. Rolfing was first taught as a series of ten sessions, but today I adapt the number to each person, and a single session is also possible. Sessions are usually one to three weeks apart, so your body has time to take in each one.
Who can benefit from Rolfing?
Rolfing is for everyone and for all ages; my youngest client was 5 months old and my oldest 86. People come for physical complaints such as chronic or acute pain, stiffness, headaches or scoliosis, for stress, anxiety, trauma or burnout, or simply to improve their posture, breathing and mobility.
Is Rolfing safe?
Yes. Rolfing should never be painful. The touch can range from very light to deep, and I adjust it to what feels right for you. We do this together, so tell me if anything feels painful or not right. If you have, or suspect, an illness, please see your doctor first. During pregnancy, Rolfing is possible from the fifth month.
What should I expect during a session?
Each session starts with a short conversation, followed by a body reading in which I look at how you stand and move. This happens in underwear, so please bring something comfortable. Then we work hands-on at the table, sometimes with simple movement exercises. A session lasts 60 minutes.