Our exclusive spot is inspired by the world’s most renowned movement spaces. Reaching beyond a fitness place. It is a carefully designed environment with personalized care, where body conditioning is aligned towards optimal physical health and wellbeing.
Our team
With over 20 years of international, dance and fitness experience. We have created for you The Movement Spot!
Founder
Valeria Gaona
Gyrotonic® , Barre, Ballet
As a professional artist, dance educator and movement consultant specialized in films and publicity, Valeria feels passionate about sharing the knowledge and love she has for dance and movement.
Co founder
Carlos Ruiz
Barre, Ballet
Professional dancer with an international career across Europe and the Americas. Certified by ABT and trained in Barre and functional movement. Brings a unique blend of artistry and physical training.
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Mariana
Coach
Reformer, Pilates Mat.
Mariana comes from Portugal, where she received her dance education. She took part in many international competitions in Portugal, England, Austria and France. She was a Silver Medalist in TanzOlymp Berlin, in 2013.
She moved to Madrid, Spain, to complete her Bachelor Degree in Arts and Classical Dance, from the Instituto Universitario de Danza Alicia Alonso, at Rey Juan Carlos University. She joined the Junior Company Ballet de Cámara de Madrid between 2015 and 2019.
Her first professional engagement was at Divadlo F.X.Šaldy in Liberec, in 2019. She has worked with choreographers such as Marika Mikanová, Alena Pešková, Richard Ševčík, Šimon Kuban, Marek Svobodník, Viktor Konvalinka and Filip Veverka. In 2021, she became a soloist. She is now a guest dancer with the company.
Mariana started practicing Pilates when she was still a student. After an injury, she found in Pilates the key to strengthening her body in order to return to a dancing career.
She completed her first Pilates Instructor Certification with Peak Pilates in 2021. She is certified in Mat Pilates and attended the training course of Pilates for Dancers.
She is now part of the Instructor Training Program of Romana's Pilates International in Prague, under the mentoring of Jérémie Perroud.
Mariana successfully completed her Basic exam with Jérémie Perroud (level III Senior Instructor Trainer) and her Intermediate exams with Flora Lombardi (level II Senior Instructor Trainer).
She is passionate about teaching dancers and helping them build deeper connections between body and mind.
Anna
Coach
Barre, Yoga
Graduate of the Dance Conservatory of Prague and Janáček Academy. She performed with the National Theatre and spent nine seasons with the National Moravian-Silesian Theatre, dancing works by Vámos, Kylián, Naharin, and more. A choreographer and teacher since 2014, she currently teaches ballet and yoga to adults and children at various studios in Prague and performs with the State Opera Ballet.
Kate
Coach
Reformer, Pilates Mat, Barre.
Kate is a former professional figure skater, coach, and certified movement instructor with a lifelong passion for understanding the human body and helping others move with strength and grace.
From an early age, Kate was part of the national figure skating team, where she learned discipline, resilience, and a deep awareness of the body. After retiring from professional sport, she spent several years coaching both figure skating and hockey, guiding athletes not only in their physical training but also in building confidence and mental endurance.
Curious to explore the science behind movement, Kate studied biomedicine to better understand how the human body functions. This foundation inspired me to expand into holistic practices, and in 2024 she became a certified yoga teacher with Yoga4yogi. Soon after, my journey led me to Pilates. Before committing to my certification, Kate travelled across the United States, visiting studios in New York and Miami, observing different teaching styles and studio cultures.
For the past year, Kate has been a member of Romana’s Pilates International, where I continue to train, refine my skills, and deepen my knowledge of classical Pilates. This path allows me to combine my scientific background, years of coaching experience, and personal journey as an athlete into a teaching style that is precise, supportive, and motivating.
“My goal as a teacher is to help clients not only strengthen and condition their bodies but also reconnect with movement in a mindful, empowering way.”
Karla
Coach
Barre, Burn & Sculpt
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Barre, Burn & Sculpt
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Barre, Burn & Sculpt
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Barre, Burn & Sculpt
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Barre, Burn & Sculpt
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Barre, Burn & Sculpt
Be part of our team
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Would you like to become part of our team?
We are always welcoming experienced teachers in Pilates, Barre or fitness. Do not hesitate to contact us with your CV info@themovementspot.com
Our
Inspiration
The idea for The Movement Spot was born after years of traveling the world as professional dancers — taking classes, attending workshops, and being inspired by incredible people and beautiful studios along the way.
We wanted to bring that inspiration home and create a warm, welcoming space dedicated to movement — where everyone feels supported and encouraged.
Our studio brings together modern training methods you’d expect in cities like London, Berlin, or New York, right here in Prague. Whether you're recovering from an injury, improving your posture, staying fit during pregnancy, or pushing your performance to the next level, you’ll find the space, tools, and expertise to guide you.
We believe in the transformative power of movement in the joy of training your body with care, presence and purpose. From the moment you walk in, to the moment you leave, our goal is to make you feel nurtured, energized, and inspired.