The Moving Through Cancer program was developed to help patients, families, health care providers and others find hospital and community-based exercise programs in their communities. Being active throughout the cancer journey and beyond can improve one's ability to handle and stick with cancer treatments, help the patient feel better and may even prevent cancer recurrence.
Please enter your search information below to discover what programs are available in a specific area. The programs are divided into those that are delivered in a medical setting, in a community-based facility, or can be done at home. Contact information is provided so that you can reach out to a program coordinator to learn more.
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If you wish to edit your program, please contact Kathryn Schmitz at schmitzk@upmc.edu.
The goal of Moving Through Cancer is to provide information and promote awareness of physical activity, health, and wellness, and the benefits of physical activity in the prevention and treatment of disease. The programs and service providers identified in the Moving Through Cancer directory have no source, sponsorship or other affiliation with the American College of Sports Medicine (“ACSM”) nor have they been evaluated by ACSM. Individuals should consult and follow the advice of oncology professionals before commencing any treatment plan, including any program or other service offered by a provider identified in the directory. If you are a listed service provider and wish to be removed from the directory, or if you otherwise wish to provide information that advances the goal of Moving Through Cancer, please contact ACSM at eim@acsm.org.
2Unstoppable
Program Type
Community
Number Served per Year: 300
Program Description
2Unstoppable is a non-profit organization founded to encourage and support exercise among women with a cancer diagnosis. Several services are provided: (1) A free online fitness buddy matching program to link women who have had a cancer diagnosis with other women to encourage and support emotional and physical fitness; (2) Online oncology fitness resources including videos, articles, links/directories for fitness professionals, and more; (3) Community events to introduce women to different modalities of exercise, including monthly Walk-n-Talks in the local DC area; (4) Educational programs and materials on the importance, benefits, and accessibility of physical activity after cancer, offered in the local DC area. There is a single or centralized location, but the exercise events are throughout the community in partnership with local rec centers, fitness centers and cancer support centers. The web-based offerings support women nationwide.
Contact
Michelle Stravitz
Email: michelle@2unstoppable.org
Phone: 703-625-3853
www.2unstoppable.orgLocation
PO Box 2019
Fairfax VA 22031
5K Your Way, Move Against Cancer
Program Type
Community
Number Served per Year: 500
Program Description
5K Your Way (www.5kyourway.org) is a community-based initiative to encourage those living with and beyond cancer, families, friends and those working in cancer services to walk, jog, run, cheer or volunteer at a local 5k Your Way parkrun event on the last Saturday of every month. There are currently 54 groups across the UK and Ireland. Each of the 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer groups is led by volunteer ambassadors who meet and great you at a designated meeting spot. The Ambassadors are your 'go to' for each event and will run/walk with some of you if they can. After the walk/run, the ambassadors will gather you together for socializing over a much needed drink and cake. 5k Your Way, Move Against Cancer is a non-medical initiative and our ambassadors cannot take responsibility for providing specialist advice or care. This initiative was founded by Lucy Gossage, Oncologist and 12 times Ironman Champion and Gemma Hillier-Moses, International Runner and Founder of MOVE charity who was diagnosed with cancer herself at the age of 24 in 2012. Lucy and Gemma are both hugely passionate about supporting people living with and beyond cancer through the power of movement, also supporting the wider cancer community including friends, family members, doctors, nurses and health professionals.
Contact
Lucy Gossage
Email: 5kmyourway@gmail.com
Phone: 7738119627
www.5kyourway.orgLocation
21 Cleeve Mount
21 Cleeve Mount
Loughborough LE11 4SD
About Fitness, LLC
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Contact
Pamela Barta CES
Email: pam.aboutfitness@gmail.com
Phone: (512) 924-3051
Round Rock TX
Activate Health and Movement
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Clinic In-Patient
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Digital Online
Home Based
Contact
Stacie Quirke
Email: admin@activatehealthandmovement.com.au
Phone: 0244030344
http://activatehealthandmovement.com.auLocation
The Wool Road
Vincentia 2540
Activating Cancer Communities through an Exercise Strategy for Survivors
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Research Study
Number Served per Year: 100
Program Description
Activating Cancer Communities through an Exercise Strategy for Survivors (ACCESS) is a free 12-week exercise program designed to lessen the impact of a cancer diagnosis and its treatment(s) on the health and well-being of individuals confronted with the disease. The primary purpose of this project will be to implement and evaluate the effectiveness of a clinic-to-community-based cancer and exercise model of care. Findings from this study will support the development of sustainable exercise programs for survivors.
Contact
Melanie Keats
Email: melanie.keats@dal.ca
Phone: 1-902-494-7173
@ACCESS4WellnesLocation
6230 South Street
Halifax B3H 4R2
Active Against Cancer
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Number Served per Year: 1000
Program Description
Cancer is a unique health and well-being service delivered by Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust and funded by Yorkshire Cancer Research. It delivers individualized exercise programs with the aim of improving patient health, well-being and cancer outcomes.
Contact
Emma Radcliffe
Email: info.activeagainstcancer@nhs.net
Phone: 01423 557924
www.activeagainstcancer.org.ukLocation
Harrogate Sports & Fitness Centre
Hookstone Wood Road
Harrogate HG2 8PN
Active Living after Cancer
Program Type
Community
Number Served per Year: 100
Program Description
AllAll cancers, adults and older adults, post treatment. Self-referred or referred by health care provider, fixed duration of program (12 wk), 1x/wk, group sessions. Currently offered in the Houston and El Paso areas. Instructors are health educators. Program established in 2015.
Contact
Karen Basen-Engquist
Email: ALACprogram@mdanderson.org
Phone: 713-745-3123
https://www.mdanderson.org/research/research-areas/prevention-personalized-risk-assessment/active-li
TX
Adrian Midgley CES
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Program Description
CETI Cancer Exercise Specialist
Contact
Adrian Midgley CES
Email: adrian.midgley@edgehill.ac.uk
Phone: 01942 584318
Advantage Oncology Physical Therapy
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Research Study
Program Description
Advantage PT is an outpatient office owned by physical therapists who specialize in the treatment of patients in all stages of oncology care. They have been in their current location more than 10 years and working in close conjunction with both the adult and pediatric oncologists at both INOVA Farifax and CNMC for more than 15 years. Their care is individualized and developed with care and attention based on desired goals and stages of treatment in mind.
Contact
Michael Reing, MSPT, OCS
Email: m.reing@myadvantagept.com
Phone: 703-942-8824
www.myadvantagept.comLocation
6565 Arlington Blvd.
#220
Falls Church VA 22042
Aktivate
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Number Served per Year: 70
Program Description
Breast cancer, adults and older adults, during treatment. Referred by oncologist, fixed duration of program (150 min during 12 wks), 2x/wk, individual and group sessions. Instructors are physical therapists. Program established in 2016.
Contact
Karol Ramirez
Email: kramirezp@uc.cl
Phone: 569-841-68444
Alberta Cancer Exercise Program
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Program Description
All cancers, adults, pre, during, post, palliative care, and end of life treatment. Referred by oncologist, fixed duration of program (2 12 wk sessions), 2x/wk, group sessions. Instructors are exercise physiotherapists, physical therapists and qualified cancer exercise specialists. Program established in 2017.
Contact
Margaret McNeely
Email: mmcneely@ualberta.ca
Phone: -2558
Alberta Cancer Exercise Program
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Program Description
The Alberta Cancer Exercise (ACE) Program is a free 12-week community-based exercise program designed specifically for individuals undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. ACE exercise instructors have received cancer-specific education and training. The ACE Program supplements current healthcare standards with additional exercise and activity opportunities for cancer survivors. Taking part in the ACE study offers opportunity to engage with other survivors and trained exercise professionals in a safe and supportive environment. Research findings from this study will support future development of sustainable community wellness programs for survivors
Contact
Margaret McNeely
Email: frmace@ualberta.ca
Phone: 780-492-6007
albertacancerexercise.comLocation
2-50 Corbett Hall
2-50 Corbett Hall
Edmonton T6G 2G4
Alberta Cancer Exercise Program; Thrive Program; Yoga Thrive; TrueNTH Lifestyle Management
Program Type
Community
Number Served per Year: 100
Program Description
All cancers, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, pre, during, post, and palliative care treatment. Referred by oncologist, fixed duration of program (2 12 wk sessions), 2x/wk, group sessions. Instructors are exercise physiotherapists and qualified cancer exercise specialists. Program established in 2006.
Contact
NIcole Culos-Reed
Email: nculosre@ucalgary.ca
Phone: 403-220-7540
Andrews Institute Rehabilitation
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Program Description
Andrews Institute Rehab, a department of Baptist Health Care, provides comprehensive rehabilitation to address physical impairments and improve quality of life for those who have undergone, are currently receiving, or are preparing for medical treatments for a cancer diagnosis.
Contact
Christa Newgent MS,PT,CLT
Email: christa.newgent@bhcpns.org
Phone: 850-916-8607
http://www.andrewsinstitute.com/rehabilitation/Location
1040 Gulf Breeze Pkwy
Suite 101
Gulf Breeze FL 32561
Angela Fochesato CES
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Program Description
CETI Cancer Exercise Specialist
Contact
Angela Fochesato CES
Email: afochesato@gmail.com
Phone: (207) 263-6230
Whiting ME
Ann Harper CES
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Program Description
CETI Cancer Exercise Specialist
Contact
Ann Harper CES
Email: Coachannie61@gmail.com
Phone: (845) 800-0881
Pine Bush NY
Ann's Place
Program Type
Community
Number Served per Year: 1200
Program Description
Ann's Place provides help and hope to those living with cancer and their loved ones. Their clinical social workers, facilitators and wellness/exercise experts provide a host of services aimed at improving quality of life during and after cancer. Ann's Place relies on the generosity of donors to be able to continue providing these services free of charge. Their mission is to provide comfort, support and resources to people living with cancer and to their loved ones. They will assist you and your loved ones to create a unique pathway through cancer to improve your quality of life. At Ann's Place, all are welcome.
Contact
Shannon Cobb
Email: shannon@annsplace.org
Phone: 203-790-6568
www.annsplace.orgLocation
80 Saw Mill Road
Danbury CT 6810
Anne Wallace Altizer CES
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Program Description
CETI Cancer Exercise Specialist
Contact
Anne Wallace Altizer CES
Email: anne@apppwi.com
Phone: (973) 479-0552
Sunny Isles Beach FL
Anovo Therapeutic Fitness and Physical Therapy
Program Type
Community
Program Description
Anovo is a private practice physical therapy clinic focusing on medically complex patients offering TherHab Fitness(r) Classes, proprietary workshops and packages, as well individual physical therapy treatments and individual wellness programs. By offering both physical therapy as well as physical therapy-based classes, this clinic creates a cycle of support to help those with chronic or complex medical conditions move and feel better in order to maintain independence, vitality, and mobility in their community. TherHab Fitness® classes are based on physical therapy principles with in-depth knowledge of disease related precautions, and special needs and concerns of participants. Targeted small-group classes are led by certified and state licensed PT/PTAs. We also offer Individualized Wellness Plans in hourly sessions with a physical therapist.
Contact
Anna Curvin
Email: Anna.curvin@anovopt.com
Phone: 828-246-6104
www.anovopt.comLocation
279 Paragon Parkway
Clyde NC 28721
Ascension Saint Thomas Cancer Wellness Midtown
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Digital Online
Number Served per Year: 100
Program Description
Ascension Saint Thomas Cancer Care is a Commission on Cancer accredited, integrated cancer network. Our comprehensive cancer wellness program is designed to help individuals maintain or regain strength, stamina and range of motion, as well as, enhance their knowledge of proper nutrition and stress reduction techniques that support general wellbeing and recovery. We offer both group classes and individual training programs led by ACSM certified exercise physiologists and cancer fitness trainers. The cancer wellness program also provides in-person and virtual nutrition counseling, mindfulness based stress reduction sessions and support groups for those in-treatment and after. Our goals are to facilitate healing and support, from cancer diagnosis through survivorship. The program is free to all Ascension Saint Thomas Health patients and our affiliates, and offered at nominal fee for those out of network.
Contact
Lisa Cavoto
Email: sthcancercare@ascension.org
Phone: 615-284-CARE (2273)
http://ascension.org/saintthomascancerwellnessLocation
2004 Hayes St.
Suite 225
Nashville TN 37203
