The Rolf Method can be helpful for chronic structural problems, limited Range of Motion, and ongoing pain as it progressively separates layers of fascia throughout the body in a series going from superficial to deep. Fascia surrounds all the bones, muscles, and tissues of the body.

Strains, injuries, muscle tension or scar tissue cause the ‘web’ of fascia to shorten and layers to adhere to each other making it harder to move with ease.

Fascia, is a ‘net’ holding everything together as a unit- a web, beautifully strong and supple at the same time. When it’s freed and realigned, a fluidity of movement returns that is the person’s birthright.

Over time, compensations build up that restrict movement and create pain. As muscles tighten, they also shorten and rotate to keep the eyes level with the horizon… it becomes complicated! 

Structural Integration works deeply, freeing each layer of fascia surrounding muscles, nerves, bones, tendons and organs, then organizing it within Gravity.

        Scarwork &  “Reassembling Women After Childbirth”

Continuing to develop her Rolfing/Structural Integration discipline, Sharron now works specifically with scar tissue in “Scarwork” developed by Sharon Wheeler a student of Dr. Rolf, and also assists a woman’s body to re-organize with “Reassembling a Woman After Childbirth” after she has done the wonderful work of carrying and delivering a baby or having a Ceasarian-section.

EQUINE STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION

Working with humans using the Rolf Method of Structural Integration since 1995, I began working with horses to understand  ‘Instinct’-  information outside of words or linear dynamics.

Humans seem to be losing this wisdom, in themselves…  also treating other creatures and the world around them mechanistically.                                               

“Dance with the horse like dancing with someone you love- there’s just you and he in the whole world.” –Buck Brannaman

Structural Integration separates fascial layers then aligns them in Gravity- where an experience of increased energy and ease returns.

Assessing gait, alignment, structure, I work progressively from superficial to deep layers of fascia, separating and reorganizing it as a whole within gravity- the function of our body is affected by its structure. With your horse, if it’s unable to give you the lead you ask for, the collection, reach or lightness, it isn’t being stubborn, there is a good reason…

Certified in the Rolf Method of Structural Integration since 1995, Sharron studied at The Guild for Structural Integration with two of Ida Rolf’s students and her original concepts.

She has worked with adults and children using the Rolf Method which is also used by sports players and musicians to enhance performance. In 2007 Sharron began offering her Equine clients the benefits of this work after training with Advanced Rolfer, Jim Pascucci in Colorado, and attending Buck Brannaman’s clinics, continuing to learn about the subtle dynamics between rider and horse.