WELCOME TO MOVEMENT ACADEMY

 An integrated approach to rehab and movement coaching —giving you a clear roadmap that bridges recovery and performance, equipping you with the tools to move confidently and keep pain from limiting your life. 

Hi, I’m Dr. Eric Schulte

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I’m a Doctor of Physical Therapy based in San Diego and the founder of Movement Academy—a hybrid rehab and coaching program designed to help people overcome chronic pain, move with confidence, and get strong again.

I help others navigate the same challenges I went through—combining in-person assessments, digital coaching, and a step-by-step Movement Mastery Curriculum to rebuild strength, restore function, and rewire the nervous system’s response to pain.

What we do

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Movement Academy identifies the primary barriers that you need to address then provides a personalized program with actionable steps, progress tracking, and accountability to work towards your goals. We solve helping you understand HOW to move in ways that will mitigate your pain, how to change your mindset about pain so you can reduce fear, and how to make progress without letting it run your life.

How It Works

 All services are automatically included in the Movement Academy Membership, a customized program built for you and your needs. Pricing varies based your goals and your starting point and programs start at 3 months.

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PHASE ONE:

Personalized Assessment

  • Before you begin, we take time to understand your unique goals, lifestyle, and starting point. Whether you're looking to build strength, improve mobility, reduce pain, or increase overall energy, your Movement Academy journey begins with a 1:1 conversation and movement assessment to ensure your program is aligned with your needs and capacity from day one.

PHASE TWO:

Custom Program Design

  • Using what we’ve learned, we build a customized program just for you. This includes a clear roadmap of your workouts, recovery practices, and any additional services needed—such as mobility work, corrective exercises, or lifestyle support. All Movement Academy services are included in your membership, so you’re never piecing things together or paying à la carte. Programs begin with a 3-month commitment, with pricing based on your goals and starting point.

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PHASE THREE:

Ongoing Support & Progress

  • You won’t be doing this alone. As your program unfolds, we’ll make adjustments to meet your progress, keep you challenged, and support you through setbacks. You’ll have consistent access to expert guidance, accountability, and the full Movement Academy experience—so you can stay focused, motivated, and moving forward.

  • Dr. Schulte saved my shoulder from a major surgery by diagnosing two weak shoulder muscles and designing an exercise program to build those muscles up. He is the most knowledgeable person in the industry when it comes to the shoulder. In addition, he has a great understanding of all the joints in the human body. I highly recommend him.

    -Dennis P.

  • If you’re looking for a PT in San Diego, Dr. Schulte is your guy! He’s not only incredibly thorough and comprehensive in his approach, but is insanely knowledgeable and such a pleasure to work with. He’s helped me both from a patient perspective and as a professional colleague and I am so impressed with his skillset and approach to care. Given my job, I spend a lot of time looking down with rounded shoulders. Upon assessment, he gave me simple but challenging exercises that have been a total game-changer for how I feel every day. He introduced tools and techniques that worked for me and that I’ve adapted as a part of my daily regimen. Dr. Schulte combines a variety of techniques to help you achieve your goals, but also empowers you to maintain your results through patient education and sustainable change. If you’re hesitating to book, this is your sign to do it! Thank you, Dr. Schulte!!

    Gabrielle G.

  • Dr. Eric helped me address neck and shoulder issues I’ve dealt with for years. He’s extremely knowledgeable and provides thorough and comprehensive assessments. Very grateful for him!

    -Eric D.

  • Dr. Eric Schulte is a very skilled physical therapist. He has helped several of my patients with gait issues and shoulder problems. I highly recommend him.

    -Linda K.

  • I had been in pain and discomfort for about 2 years. Unable to do most activities beyond walking, but it had finally morphed my body into a twisted state and my life was becoming unmanageable. Dr. Schulte was recommended to me by a friend and I couldn’t be happier. Within a few weeks, I was able to begin to feel normal and rejuvenated. Highly recommend! He is very thorough and really explains what is going on and provides specific video instructions to follow.

    Ken M.

  • I had been experiencing a sharp pain in my right knee. I was rushing around and remembered taking a larger than usual step, which created a pulling sensation in my groin. The next thing I noticed was a stabbing pain in my knee at random times, but usually while trying to sleep. I explained all of this to Dr. Schulte, and he immediately zeroed in on the issue. He gave me some stretching exercises and recommended using heat and a topical medication for the pain. Everything he recommended worked wonders and I can sleep again, uninterrupted with that painful knee pain. Dr. Schulte not only solved my pain issue—he did it with a caring and patient bedside manner. If I could give him 10 ⭐s I would. I highly recommend Dr. Schulte.

    Linda P.

  • I had been dealing with chronic shoulder pain stemming from my shoulder blade for quite some time. I had seen a couple of other physical therapists in the past, but unfortunately, none were able to pinpoint the root cause of the issue. Without a clear diagnosis or explanation, the treatments these other PTs offered did not show much improvement. That changed when I was recommended to Dr. Eric. I figured it was worth getting a third opinion—and I’m so glad I did. From the very first session, Dr. Eric took a thoughtful and detailed approach. He clearly explained what was going on with my shoulder, how the pain was originating, and laid out a step-by-step plan for recovery. It was the first time I felt like someone truly understood the issue and had a concrete strategy to address it. I was dealing with winged scapular. He spent over an hour with me during our initial appointment, showed the muscles involved with this issue and the treatment for them. He followed up with a text a few days later to check in—which really showed me his commitment to his patients. Now, about a month and a half later, I’m seeing real progress. My shoulder is getting stronger, the pain has significantly reduced, and I finally feel like I’m on the right path to full recovery. Dr. Eric’s approach is not only informative and thorough, but also compassionate. It’s clear that he takes a genuine personal interest in helping his patients heal. I’m incredibly grateful to have found him—thank you, Dr. Eric!

    -Scott E.

  • High quality and personalized PT! I partially tore my MCL and Meniscus and I was able to go backpacking and rock climbing 2 months later! Would highly recommend!

    -Jordan S.

  • I’ve had many physical therapists over the past 20 years, but no one as good as Eric. He listens to my concerns and addresses them. He has a hands-on approach which I really enjoy. I couldn’t be more pleased to have Eric. As my physical therapist, he is the best.

    Michael O.

  • I recently had my very first session with Dr. Eric. For starters, I have seen a few physicians for my knee pain and somehow still had no answers. Dr. Eric gave me his undivided attention for over an hour. He listened to every detail and asked specific questions to get to the root of my issue. After our discussion and his examination of my body, I finally received an explanation and plan of care. I have never encountered a healthcare professional who is so passionate about his work—he truly wants to help. I am super excited to work with Dr. Eric further and take this important step for my health.

    Jocelyn T.

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