Meet The Founder: Dr. Anthony Amante PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Anthony Joseph Amante, PT, DPT, CSCS

Founder & Owner | Visionary Physical Therapy – Fairfield, CT

Dr. Anthony Amante is the founder of Visionary Physical Therapy, a progressive rehab and performance clinic built to shatter the limits of traditional care. He holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University (2021) and a B.S. in Exercise Science (2017). Anthony is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) — the industry’s most respected credential for performance-based training — setting him apart as both a licensed rehab expert and a high-level strength coach.

With over a decade of experience dating back to 2013, Anthony has worked with everyone from professional athletes in the NFL and ATP Tour to Division I collegiate athletes across all major sports. Whether you're a high-level competitor or a dedicated weekend warrior, he brings the same intensity and precision to your care.

His one-on-one treatment style combines hands-on manual therapy, dry needling, therapeutic exercise, and sport-specific training — all rooted in science, not guesswork. He also specializes in treating rib and spinal dysfunctions that most PTs miss, creating performance-driven programs that bridge the gap between rehab and real-world strength.

At Visionary PT, you're not just a number or a diagnosis. You're treated like an athlete with goals — and you’ll work directly with someone who knows how to help you dominate them.

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Clinical Director: Dr. Zachary Kelly PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Zachary “ZK” Kelly, PT, DPT, CSCS

Performance Physical Therapist | Visionary Physical Therapy – Fairfield, CT

Dr. Zachary Kelly, known by his athletes and clients as “ZK,” is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) who blends clinical expertise with on-field performance experience. A 2021 graduate of Sacred Heart University’s DPT program, ZK is deeply rooted in orthopedic rehab with a sharp focus on athletic development and injury prevention.

ZK served as a team Physical Therapist for the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League during their 2023 playoff campaign — a role in which he provided high-level in-season care, return-to-play decision-making, and performance enhancement for professional athletes. That same intensity and individualized care now defines his approach at Visionary PT.

He’s a CSCS, Dry Needling Level 1 Certified, BFR (Blood Flow Restriction) Certified, and leverages all certifications to improve power output, tissue healing, and functional strength. ZK brings a systematic, movement-based lens to every evaluation, constantly asking “why” — not just “what” — to uncover the root cause of dysfunction.

Whether you’re an athlete or an active adult, his sessions are collaborative, educational, and outcome-driven. Clients walk away with structured programming, a deeper understanding of their body, and a plan built to outperform their past limitations.

ZK isn’t just treating pain — he’s building more capable humans.

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lead physical therapist: Nolan rufa PT, DPT, CSCS

Nolan Rufa, PT, DPT, CSCS

Performance Physical Therapist | Visionary Physical Therapy – Fairfield, CT

Dr. Nolan Rufa, PT, DPT, CSCS is a licensed sports physical therapist with advanced training in performance-based rehabilitation and a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He is also certified in dry needling, offering patients a well-rounded, evidence-based approach to recovery and performance.

With clinical experience that includes working with professional athletes at New York City Football Club (NYCFC) and supporting the strength and conditioning department at Fairfield University, Nolan brings elite-level expertise to every patient — from weekend warriors and youth athletes to adults looking to stay active and pain-free.

He specializes in treating orthopedic and sports-related injuries with a strong focus on individualized care, functional movement, and long-term injury prevention. By combining manual therapy, targeted exercise, dry needling, and strength training principles, Nolan helps patients recover faster, move better, and return stronger.

At Visionary Physical Therapy, Nolan is committed to delivering high-quality, personalized care in a supportive and motivating environment. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, overcoming a chronic injury, or training for your next goal, he is here to guide you every step of the way.

Outside the clinic, Nolan lives what he coaches — staying active through CrossFit, jiu-jitsu, recreational sports, and strength training. His passion for movement, performance, and coaching shows up in every session.

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Our Mission

We help individuals achieve their daily and sports performance goals through science-backed Physical Therapy and Sports Performance Physiotherapy. At Visionary Physical Therapy, we strive to do things DIFFERENTLY than standard practices to SEPARATE ourselves from boring, outdated, and conventional treatment.

At VPT, our mission is to provide personalized and comprehensive care to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. We believe that every patient has the potential to improve their physical function and quality of life, and it is our goal to empower them on their journey towards peak health and wellness.

To achieve this mission, we prioritize individualized treatment plans and hands-on therapy techniques, as well as ongoing communication and collaboration with our patients and their healthcare team.

Our dedicated physical therapists are committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based care in a welcoming and inclusive environment. We strive to create a positive and empowering experience for all of our patients, and we are committed to helping them reach their goals and live their best lives.

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