Staff
Shelly Ruggiano
Shelly is the owner of Quantum Movement Studio, which she founded in 2019. She is from Midland, Texas.
Shelly has been teaching Pilates and Gyrotonic for over 19 years. The majority of that time was spent at CORE Buckhead in Atlanta, GA. She then spent a year in Louisville, KY with Pilates Fit Studio before relocating with her husband to Charlottesville in December, 2018.
She has a wealth of knowledge based on numerous trainings, thousands of hours of teaching and her own personal experience with injuries and surgery. Pilates and Gyrotonic are relationship-oriented and she brings total dedication to client wellness in every session.
Krista Zomar
Krista joined QMS in January 2024 as a Senior Pilates Teacher. She is from Norfolk, Virginia.
Krista began studying Pilates as a young ballet student and continued to practice throughout her professional dance career. As a lifelong movement enthusiast, Krista finds Pilates to be an invaluable tool toward achieving a stronger, more balanced body.
In 2006, she received her comprehensive Classical teaching certification and has participated in multiple continuing education courses with Shari Berkowitz, focusing on anatomy and proper bio-mechanics. Over the course of 17 years of teaching Krista has gained experience working with a range of populations including professional dancers, individuals overcoming mobility challenges, and clients looking for an engaging mind-body workout.
She is passionate about sharing the joy and tremendous benefits movement can provide to people of all ages and abilities. Krista teaches with an eye for detail and offers clear instruction for a challenging, refined workout.