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
About Fitness, LLC
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Contact
Pamela Barta CES
Email: pam.aboutfitness@gmail.com
Phone: (512) 924-3051
Round Rock TX
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
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
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
Ascension Saint Thomas Cancer Wellness Rutherford
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
1840 Medical Center Pkwy
Seton Bldg, Suite 203
Murfreesboro TN 37130
Ascension Saint Thomas Cancer Wellness West
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
Karen Dyer
Email: SthCancerCare@ascension.org
Phone: 615-284-CARE (2273)
http://ascension.org/saintthomascancerwellnessLocation
4220 Harding Pike
3rd Floor S&E Building
Nashville TN 37205
Ascension St. Elizabeth Hospital Rehab
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Program Description
All cancers, adults and older adults, pre, during, post, and palliative care. Referred by oncologist, variable duration of program, individual sessions. Instructors are physical therapists whom specialize in working with individuals living with and beyond cancer.
Contact
Karla Verboncouer, MPT, CLT
Email: karla.verboncouer@ascension.org
Phone: 920-738-2391
www.healthcare.ascension.org/Specialty-Care/CancerLocation
St. Elizabeth Hospital Cancer Center
1506 South Oneida Street
Appleton WI 54915
Ascent Survivorship and Wellness Program
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Number Served per Year: 30
Program Description
We provide comprehensive rehabilitation services (physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy) for patients diagnosed with cancer throughout the diagnosis, treatment and survivorship process. We offer a multi-disciplinary survivorship program offering registered dietitian, physical therapy, lymphedema, personal trainer and health behavior change services over a year long program. The primary goal of the program is to help clients who have completed cancer treatment meet the American Cancer Society nutrition and physical activity guidelines as we know those behaviors are associated with decreased cancer recurrences and new cancer diagnosis for many types of common cancers. Those guidelines are also in line with the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association and World Health Organization's recommendations for general health.
Contact
Meredith Wampler-Kuhn, PT, DPTSc
Email: makuhn@stcharleshealthcare.org
Phone: 541-706-6335
https://www.stcharleshealthcare.org/Our-Services/Cancer-Care/Oncology-RehabilitationLocation
2500 NE Neff Rd
Bend OR 97702
Atrium Medical Center
Program Type
Cancer Exercise Professional
Clinic Out-Patient
Program Description
ALL locations offer FREE 1-on-1 exercise programming for anyone PREPARING for treatment, UNDERGOING treatment or anyone who has FINISHED their treatment! We know/understand EXACTLY what you are going through and how to help! We pride ourselves on being able to meet our patients wherever they are at in their fitness/health journey. We will educate you on the role exercise plays in your recovery journey and show you how to SAFELY and EFFECTIVELY implement it into your life to deliver life-changing results that will improve your quality-of-life!
Contact
Maura Jegerski
Email: maura.jegerski@mapletreecanceralliance.org
Phone: 302-299-5641
www.mapletreecanceralliance.orgLocation
1 Medical Center Dr.
Middletown OH 45005
Aurora Cancer Rehabilitation
Program Type
Clinic In-Patient
Clinic Out-Patient
Community
Number Served per Year: 100
Program Description
All cancers, adults and older adults, pre, during, post, palliative care and end of life treatment. Referred by oncologist, variable duration of program, individual sessions. Instructors are physical therapists and physiotherapists. Program established in 2003.
Contact
Leslie Waltke
Email: leslie.waltke@aurora.org
WI
Be Strong Therapy Services
Program Type
Clinic Out-Patient
Number Served per Year: 50
Program Description
Be Strong Therapy Services, LLC, is a private concierge oncology rehab clinic focused on helping clients who have been newly diagnosed with cancer, who are currently going through treatment, and in the recovery/survivorship phase of cancer treatment. They work with clients in an individualized way to regain function, get back to live life, or helping to ease the physical and mental impacts to transition through the dying process. They offer physical and occupational therapy for the cancer patient as well as wellness services before and after cancer treatment. Their specializations include: cancer (oncology) rehab, lymphedema management, pelvic health and personal training. They also provide personal training, exercise classes, and health and wellness services.
Contact
Megan Bradley
Email: bestrongtherapy@gmail.com
Phone: 850-270-7374
www.bestrongtherapy.comLocation
1882 Capital Cir NE
Suite 201
Tallahassee FL 32308
Beat Cancer Boot Camp
Program Type
Community
Program Description
All cancers, adults, pre, during, post, palliative care, and end of life treatment. Referred by oncologist, fixed duration of program (2x/wk) group sessions. Instructors are qualified cancer exercise specialists
Contact
Vicki Forte
Email: Vforte63@gmail.com
Phone: 6199-907-783
AZ
Beat Cancer Boot Camp
Program Type
Community
Program Description
Breast and cervical cancers, adults, post treatment. Self referred, fixed duration of program (8 wk), 2x/wk, group sessions. Instructors are qualified cancer exercise specialists. Program established in 2006.
Contact
Taryn Bier
Email: Taryntewksbury@gmail.com
Phone: 520-256-5725
AZ
