Whole Body Kinetics has completely transformed my posture, pain, and speed of recovery. Rolfing is amazing like that, though it requires an initial investment in a 10 series. But working with Brendan is well worth that time because he combines so many modalities seamlessly! Every time I come for a session, it seems that he has been certified in a new structural integration technique that complements and enhances Rolfing. Overall, Brendan is one of the most expert bodyworkers in the whole city and is a god-send to all that work with him. read more

I have been going to Whole Body Kinetics with Brendan for almost two years - I finished the 10 session series and then started some regular tune-ups for ongoing inflammatory arthritis. I have never worked with a more talented and intuitive body worker. This is not a massage with dim lighting and soft music. Rolfing seems to overlap a little with massage but is more of a clinical intervention. It is a transforming and extremely helpful experience working with Brendan, who is a consummate professional. read more

I've tried just about everything for my chronic pain issues over the years, but have never found any real relief. Always the same pains, always the same hope that maybe someone will fix it, and always the same disappointment. Massage and chiropractic adjustments felt good for a day or so, but that's all. I'd still end up with the same pains in the same spots. I never had any sense that I was progressing; I just felt more stuck and hopeless. I've also been dealing with a long series of deaths and losses recently, and my body decided to hold onto THAT pain and grief in those exact same pain spots, too. Not fun. I'm 58, and felt as though I was 98. I'm profoundly grateful that I met Brendan Gill at Whole Body Kinetics. During my initial visit, Brendan listened patiently, made detailed notes, and then walked me through what Rolfing is and what it could do for me. Rolfing aims to restructure how the entire body functions, and addresses the root issues instead of just the superficial "trouble spots." It can also help address deeper emotional issues when they seem to be locked inside the body. I started the 10+ series that day. To say that I feel better is an understatement. I felt and saw improvements after each session in both my body and in my emotional state. Every session built on the previous one, and I felt more flexible and lighter with each visit. The emotional releases have been equally profound, and I've found Rolfing to be an amazing partner to my psychotherapy. Brendan truly creates a space where deep healing can happen, and has the skills to initiate lasting changes. When I first met Brendan, I moved like the Tin Man in need of the oil can. Now I feel and move more like Scarecrow. Your reasons for going to see Brendan will be different that mine, and our journeys will not be the same. I know, however, that you will be amazed at the changes you see and feel in yourself. Just go. read more

I saw Brendan for the 10 step series. The series works on a different body section each time. There a certain parameters to each session but Brendan personalized them to my needs. I feel much better having completed the series. Did it cure all of my problems? No. But it was a great help and I plan to see Brendan again once the series has sunk in for a few sessions specific to my issues. It does hurt a little but discuss with Brendan so he can work to your level of tolerance. It isn't helpful if you are tensing your whole body and gritting your teeth. I encourage anyone to try Rolphing with Brendan to care for their bodys. read more

I really thought Rolfing would be painful. Brendan explained that it is used to improve posture, relieve chronic pain and reduce stress. Considering the amount of stress coursing through my body, I got myself all geared up and expected that I would need to bite down on a leather strap as I endured the treatment....but to my surprise, it wasn't painful at all! With his knowledge of the human body's muscles and fascia, this guy made major changes in my body's alignment. I dig the fact that he also kept me corfortable and informed; he explained that fascia is connective tissue that forms beneath the skin to attach, stabilize, enclose AND separate muscles and other internal organs. Fascia...its so awesome. As a Rolfer a.k.a. Structural Integrationist, you have to advance and learn new skills on a regular basis. So not only is he warm, caring and intuitive...he knows what the #@&$ he's doing! I always thought that I had good posture, but after a series of 10 sessions with him, I actually feel taller! My aches and pains have diminished and it feels easier to breathe. read more

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I had a really great Rolfing experience with Brendan Gibbs of Whole Body Kinetics. I've gone through the whole Rolfing 10 Series plus a few extra sessions starting from February to June. Brendan was very accommodating to my busy work/life schedule. I normally work on my computer all day and as a result, my posture has suffered over the years. I would feel pain just sitting, walking, standing, and I have upper traps and neck strain. I searched online for therapies that considers the whole body structure into account rather than only focusing on pain areas. I found Rolfing YT videos and online explanations about the 10 sessions before I made an appointment with Brendan. The experience itself is therapeutic but can be challenging on the body. I felt sore during and after sessions as my body was adjusting. After each session I recorded what I experienced and noted improvements. In addition, Brendan is always answering any questions I have, sharing tips, and educating me about what we're working on in each session. I highly recommend the experience for a load of postural improvements and it's very motivating to me mentally. My standing posture, sitting, and walking posture, my range of motion, and my chronic pain has greatly improved. I feel that it is a long lasting change. I barely experience lower back pain as well. I plan on continuing work Pilates classes offered and tune-up Rolfing sessions later. read more

I don't think it's possible to write enough good things about Brendon and his work. I completed the ten-session course and am starting the Pilates aftercare. Even after the first Rolfing session, I noticed a significant improvement in my movement and alignment. My posture and gait are remarkably improved. From my jaws to my toes, the fascial release is simply remarkable! Brendon was great to work with. As a medical professional, I can attest to his outstanding knowledge of human anatomy and kinesiology. read more

Brendan Gibbs and his 10 Rolfing sessions have completely changed how I hold my body in space. Now I am conscious of the wholeness of my body and how each part is interconnected, creating a fully aligned and synchronized One. Before Brendan, I had neither the ability or the awareness to stand straight, sit properly, or walk with a steady gate. Now I can do all these things and what's best, is that I have an intentional conscious awareness of where I am and how I'm using the space around me. Brendan's good work and great skill has made me, a 70-year-old, feel younger and stronger for having gained this great health step forward. I am ever grateful. read more

Just completed the 10 series +5 extra. I highly recommend! Brendan knows his stuff and works hard to unlock the tightness from base on up and out. Read his website for best description. Well worth the time and money. Do it! read more

If you have back problems, Brendan is your guy. Honest, hard working dude who is also...a magician. Here's what happened. A friend recommended "rolfing" to me, as a potential fix for my back, which has been a disaster for me for 10 years. So I googled rolfing (?!), hopped on Yelp, and found myself in Brendan's office. Glad I did. Just today, I walked in *literally* tilted to the right like the guy in the V8 commerical. I walked out straight as a board. I literally told Brendan he was a magician--he chuckled, and mentioned that he'd been called that before. (Other Yelp reviews confirm this.) The services aren't cheap, but what could be more important? Brendan's the man. Go see for yourself. read more

SHUT UP! SHuT UP! SHUT UP! This place (Brendan) IS OUT OF THIS WORLD! If you are in pain, and you don't go to see him, you deserve to be in pain. I have had hip pain for WEEKS, and in just one session, feel SO MUCH RELIEF! I am going to go back to address a few more issues, but this experience was AWSOME and SO worth it. Your loss for not reaching out to him! read more

I've done a lot of different kinds of bodywork over the years. I came to Brendan after some neck stiffness, hip and ankle pain were getting worse, and massage and chiropractor sessions had been alleviating but not providing the long term support I was looking for. I was drawn to the fact that Rolfing is really about balancing the body, reintegrating, and would work on the fascia level in a really holistic way. Brendan really takes you on a incredible supported 10-session journey. I learned so much about my body. I've gained significant new awareness in my posture and movements. I feel more aligned, balanced, and moving with greater ease. I'm really grateful for investing in myself in this way. And Brendan is obviously super passionate about what he does and cares about giving value to his clients. read more

This review is long over due. Whether you want to get one on one pilates or the full 10 session rolfing session, Brendon is a magician. I am very active and get injuries on the regs. Brendon works on not only fixing posture and alignment (with rolfing) which is a game changer, but he is also a stickler for form and a very patient teacher when doing pilates. I have been to many classes but I have never experienced someone so detail oriented - starting from your feet going all the way to the way you breath and the position of your head. Seriously. Ever. Don't let the small space fool you, you can get a top notch workout here. read more

In the last 15 years, I have gone through the Rolfing 10 series twice with a few targeted sessions in between, working with three different Rolfers in 3 different states. Each time has been beneficial for me in terms of greater ease of motion, less chronic pain and better posture. Some Rolfing practitioners may just conduct the 10 series as a framework. Brendan targets the client's specific needs and issues while approaching healing your body as a system, with a focus on determining the root cause of underlying issues; combined with his intuition and experience in physical therapy to help each client with a specific individualized approach. I feel so much better having corrected the structural imbalances in my body that have built up over time. read more

I came by Brendan's practice referred by a deep tissue masseuse. Unlike most Brendan clients I wasn't experiencing chronic pains, just your regular lower back tightness and whatnot. My real issue is congenital I was born with a cleft foot and have surgeries on my foot when I was four. Since then my right leg has been shorter, weaker and a lot stiffer than the other one. As I get older the mobility issues became more apparent and issues creeped up to my lower, middle back and shoulders. I wasn't sure what rolfing could do for me, but I gave it a try. Immediately I was pleasantly surprised by the depth of knowledge and care he puts on every session. He was able to assess my physical shortcomings and adapt the series to my needs. I trusted the process and lo and behold, after every session I was able to see and mostly feel little changes that compounded in having a more balanced posture and a better walk. I was really amazed he was able to do what several foot surgeons had told me had no fixing. Feeling my right leg and ankle gaining more flexibility after 40 years of stiffness was really something. I still have ways to go in relearning movement and keep this progress. But I'm extremely grateful for the doors that Brendan opened for me. read more

Finally getting around to writing this review. I did the full 10 course series (plus a couple of extra). I finished in early November and have felt great. Brendan was great about explaining each session and making sure I knew what to expect. I am very active and have suffered several injuries through the years and wanted something to help get my body back to a healthier state. He really worked out some of my deep, chronic issues and I've felt that I've moved better in my activities since completing the Rolfing. I thought Brendan was very helpful and I would definitely recommend him. I plan to continue to go for touch ups occasionally - because like anything there is no magic cure and I somehow always manage to tweak something with all my physical activities and need someone to help put everything back into place. Happy that I found this place so that I have someone to do that for me. read more

I am a professional classical musician who has lived with chronic pain and tension throughout my adulthood. When I began my sessions at Whole Body Kinetics, I was immediately impressed with Brendan's thorough assessment of my issues. I have tried many different therapies to address this, and none have felt as personalized or adaptive to my needs as Brendan's approach. Combined with targeted movement exercises, Rolfing has significantly improved my mobility and my musicianship. Brendan has guided me through each of the ten sessions with compassion and professionalism and I'd highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to make real and lasting change. read more

I came to Whole Body Kinetics hoping to improve my posture, which seemed to get worse every year. Thanks to Brendan and the Rolfing 10 Series, I'm now taller and more flexible, and I can actually achieve (and stay in) correct alignment. And after a very long break, I'm back running 25 miles a week - faster than I have in 10 years, and, for the first time, pain free. Plus, the TMJ/jaw work has allowed me to sleep without clenching my teeth, and I can finally chew gum again. Brendan is smart and thoughtful in his approach, and he's very, very perceptive. He has incredible knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and movement. He's been able to see and address many issues I wasn't even aware of until they were gone - amazing! Brendan's also very patient and understanding and keeps you informed about the process and each session's plan and goals. I am hoping to continue on with Pilates here to help maintain and maybe even further the gains made from Rolfing. I feel very thankful to have landed at Whole Body Kinetics and am so grateful for all Brendan has done to help my body function and feel so much better. read more

Spurred on by ongoing shoulder stiffness and chronic neck pain, I saw Brendan for the 10 + series. Each session at Whole Body Kinetics resulted in released tension and significantly lessened pain. Months later, I feel stronger and more energetic than I have in many years. Thanks to the depth and deliberateness of Brendan's approach, I'm also equipped to build on the greater mobility I gained from the series. Brendan is knowledgeable, intuitive + a natural teacher; clear and upfront in providing an overview of Rolfing in real-time, he was always responsive to feedback and questions as we advanced through the series. read more

After 25+ years of decline, both hips replaced followed by several years of rehab, I began to get my life back. I still had issues in my feet, ankles, knees, back, neck, arms and shoulders. I was looking for the next step in my healing process when a friend told me about Brendan and structural integration. I was impressed with her results tho was extremely resistant to Rolfing. She took me to hear Brendan speak about his work and I loved the whole body approach he described. I drilled him about all my questions about rolfing and the pain I thought went along with it. He answered all my questions with openness and understanding and we agreed to start working together on a trial basis. A 10 series plus 2 extra sessions, numerous Pilates sessions and several maintenance sessions later, I'm writing this review. Along with reduced pain, improved range of motion in all the above mentioned areas, I've also lost my fear of falling as my balance has improved greatly. Brendan is extremely knowledgeable about the body and how his work improves movement and function. He also knows his limitations and I appreciate the boundaries and referrals he's made for issues beyond the scope of his expertise. The most important aspect of our work together is communication. He wants to hear when the work becomes painful and he'll seek another way to achieve the desired results. I find him very attentive and feel well taken care of. I'm 65 yrs old and when my friends complain about growing older I feel blessed to be feeling better than I have for most of my adult life. I recommend Brendan to anyone who wants to their body to serve them well for the rest of their life. read more

I was having major issues with hip flexibility. I work out 5-6 times a week and was having trouble warming up, was very sore and mobility was getting to be an issue -- especially after sitting awhile. Finished the 10 series and pain / stiffness completely gone, body feels transformed. I am able to work out as before. I have more flexibility and can get deeper into squats, etc. Highly recommend Brendan and his services. read more

Structural Integration was the right answer to realign and rebalance my body. I am thrilled with Brendan's guidance and knowledgeable approach to this therapy. In each session he was informative about the transitions that I would experience and setting expectations on how my body would adapt. For many years I had received chiropractic care that was beneficial but on going. I found Brendan's structural integration addressed the muscular alignment that I needed to rebalance my spine and 3 months after completing my Rolfing series, I have not needed a chiropractic adjustment. I also had a twenty-year-old foot injury that changed the way I walked. I've noticed marked improvement in my gait and movement now that Brendan targeted manipulation to that foot. I am absolutely thrilled at the results of my sessions with Whole Body Kinetics and feel that my workouts, yoga and Pilates practices are a million times more beneficial! read more