at the core - Personal Change Coaching - Healthy Life Choices begin Now

My background draws on integrative movement techniques and a personal wellness approach. Degreed (UMass., Amherst and Smith College) BS in Dance and Physical Health. Continued education and training in:



  • classical ballet training
  • accupressure
  • The Alexander Technique
  • chakra energy therapy
  • emotional release therapy
  • energy balancing techniques

  • breath therapy
  • Pilates
  • Reiki (2nd degree)
  • yoga (kundilini, hatha)
  • Universal weight training
  • Cybex/Trotter ergonomic training

Teaching busy professionals for 25+ years has included: instructing dance/exercise at the Kennedy Center; developing/teaching the "aerobic action" program for the YMCA in Washington; guest teacher at spas to include the Golden Door, Concorde Hotel; co-owner of two exercise studios in Georgetown and Bethesda.

Since 1984, I have provided personal instruction at the client's residence for strict privacy, convenience and continued progress.

1984 - 2004:ONTHEMOVE owner, personal health and fitness consultant;
2004 - present: At The Core... personal change coaching.

"My association with Marilyn has spanned 16 years and in that time she's helped me change in ways I never dreamed. I am a high-anxiety, perfection-oriented type that puts "me" last. Well, that's changed — daily I take time for self to evaluate, and let go of unnecessary demands."
– Susan H.