Christine Romani-Ruby

Background

About Christine Romani-Ruby

Christine is an experienced Pilates professional and international presenter with a strong background in physical therapy and fitness. She is the founder and director of PHI Pilates and PHI Pilates Studio based in Pittsburgh, PA, a full professor at California University of Pennsylvania, and a member of the faculty at the Ballet Academy of Pittsburgh. Gold certified in Pilates through the PMA and serving as treasurer on the PMA certification commission, she has contributed to the Pilates community with the publication of six books, 13 DVD’s, and multiple articles, podcasts and international workshops and presentations. Chrissy holds a masters degree in physical therapy from Slippery Rock University and has practiced as an orthopedic and sports PT for 30 years. She holds bachelor’s degrees in both exercise science and natural science, a certificate in athletic training and a doctorate in administration and leadership. Christine has incorporated Pilates into her practice as a physical therapist for over 20 years and she is known by teachers around the world for unselfishly sharing her ideas and techniques for the benefits of clients and patients. Her square foot Pilates studio in Pittsburgh is well known to clients for rehabilitation and conditioning and to teachers for continuing education.