Testimonials

"Dr. Martha Eddy offered the first Moving On Aerobics classes at Teachers College from the fall of 1999 through 2001. It was attended by students, graduates of Teachers College, as well as members of the larger Columbia University community and the local Morningside Heights community. Many of these women asked for increased programming and to participate as leaders and activists in future developments be they research or community education oriented. We look forward to continuing to seeing this work spread and for the outcomes of this innovative pilot research done at TC to gain full visibility in the wider educational community."
-- MaryRose Barranco Morris, Ed.D., Center of Educational Outreach and Innovation, Teachers College, Columbia University

"Moving on Aerobics has been -- without a doubt -- a thoroughly vital and restorative practice for me. It really has become both a metaphor and a process for moving past the difficulties of the operation and treatment and affirming that, yes, we do want to get on with our lives. From the choices that director Martha Eddy made in the music (at turns, motivating , centering, uplifting, and just plain fun!) and choreography (enough movement to get one's heart rate up while doing lots of the stretching to regain the strength and flexibility lost in the wake of the operations) to the mix of participants involved in the project -- patients and instructors alike, everything about this simply felt right and positive. While the focus was on the upper torso areas most affected by the breast cancer, the movement and debriefing sessions afterward addressed each of us as a whole person."
-- Rachel
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Moving On Aerobics has brought healing and happiness to scores of women. Read on to hear what they have to say about the program and what it's done for their wellbeing. Had an experience with Moving On Aerobics that you’d like to share? Tell us about it!

"This class is a powerful fusion of guided meditations, artful dialogue, and rhythmic dancing by extraordinary artists of soul and spirit, which will inspire and uplift you."

"Moving on Aerobics has heart, clarity, and depth! Experience the joy of dancing to and journeying with an exquisite blend of beautiful music, lyrical melodies, and lively rhythms that move your feet and your soul. Through dance and body awareness, Martha and her teachers guide you in a refreshing tour of your whole body, spirit, and self -- bringing you to a meditative, yet dynamic place that leaves you wanting more."

"Moving on Aerobics is a dynamic and original way to exercise—it brings new meaning to purposeful movement and its rehabilitative effects. Personally, I gained more movement in my arm after surgery. Bonnie Schiffer brings an original and creative flavor to this class. Each class is an original work of art. Love this class!"
-- Donna Faranda

"MOA classes with Bonnie has been an amazing experience and a real help in my recovery from cancer. I'm gaining strength, confidence and awareness of mind and body connection through movement."
-- Eileen Dobb

"Wonderful class and fun too!!"

"When I first experienced Moving on Aerobics, something happened. To try and explain it is like asking someone why they love chocolate. It just is!"

"This class is a gem! My whole person comes to class, not just my breast!"

"If this music doesn’t make you feel good, then you must be missing something."

"When I found Martha and the Moving on Aerobics team, I finally found out what they mean when they say 'body, mind, and spirit.' I found my whole body, my self and a place to call my own in a dynamic community of support -- that's what I call spirit!"