Ricardo Saldia (Rolfing)
LMT
Ricardo grew up in sunny Southern California where, as the son of a minister, he gained a deep appreciation for health and healing in all aspects of life. During college, he studied Behavioral Science and Religion at Pacific Union College in Napa Valley. However, he soon felt called to pursue his childhood dream of becoming an EMT and firefighter. It was during this time that he met his wife, a physical therapist who introduced him to the importance of fascia in supporting the body’s health.
Intrigued by her work, Ricardo sought out a local Rolfer massage therapist and was profoundly impacted by the treatments. Despite having no prior experience in massage therapy, he became captivated by the system of Rolfing, using skilled myofascial release techniques to heal pain and injury in the body. This passion led him to enroll in the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute in Boulder, Colorado, where he graduated in June 2003.
Following graduation, Ricardo and his wife moved to Vancouver, Washington, where they’ve built a home with their teenage son, Ivan, and their gray tuxedo cat, Shinx. Through his studies and years of practice, Ricardo has developed a deep understanding of how the body communicates its health through posture, movement, and alignment.
He is passionate about helping others experience the freedom and renewal that comes from a body in balance. Ricardo sees clients of all ages and implements myofascial release, rolfing, craniosacral techniques, hot stones and cupping to provide a deeply healing and comprehensive massage experience that promotes profound relaxation.
Ricardo believes in the body’s innate ability to heal itself. Rather than “fixing” the body, he focuses on removing barriers to healing, allowing its natural processes to take over. By understanding your body’s needs, Ricardo empowers you to navigate life’s changes with greater resilience and serenity.
Ricardo’s expertise lies in Rolfing, a transformative myofascial release technique that restores balance and alleviates pain by realigning the body’s structure. He masterfully blends Rolfing with craniosacral therapy, and other modalities to deliver a deeply healing experience. Ricardo’s tailored sessions promote profound relaxation, improved posture, and enhanced mobility. By addressing the body’s unique needs, he removes obstacles to its natural healing process, empowering clients to move through life with renewed resilience and ease.
