Testimonials
I happened upon your DVD "Aerobics with Soul" in my local library, so I checked it out. It has been my regular exercise and fun time for a couple years now. And the movements are helping me get through a rough and ugly chapter of life. I thank you for making this fluid and fun dance aerobics video! My soul and body and mind are soothed through the movements. Thank you so much!
--Amber Dawn :), September 2023
“Maria’s Afro-Workout®is an ultimate experience uniquely integrating the rich engaging spirit of African music, rhythms and movement with the technique and creativity of the dancer’s class, and the exhilaration of an aerobic workout.”
-Nancy Stewart, Professional dancer
“The workout I get is the best I’ve ever had. Good, positive energy.”
-Kathy Cullen
“I appreciate the fact that I don’t have to be thin and athletic in order to excel in Afro-Workout®”
-Reverend Kathleen Gatson
“It feels like self celebration.”
-Lisa Leadens
“I like the ability to maintain a sustained high heart rate doing fun and challenging exercises.“
-James M. Gayes M.D.
“The sensitive teaching provides a way to express a joyfulness and gratitude for being alive in my body.“
-Ann Newhart
“Aerobics With Soul® talks to you. The drums speak and we dance. Thank you for bringing back what was missing from aerobics to our classes in the Caribbean.“
-Ellen Christopher
“The instructors never act like drill sargeants.”
-Susan Anderson
“I have learned of another culture – the people, the music, the instruments the dance. Afro-Workout® provides me a chance to be less inhibited, to express and “feel” the music, to say nothing about getting in shape. It is certainly more than just another exercise class. It will be a life-long memory.”
-Carol Barricks
“Afro-Workout® is not only physical exercise, it also gives me a spiritual connection.”
-Alisa Eland
“I enjoy the wisdom and sensuality of the experience”
-Anna Maria Lopez
“I don’t feel “beat up” after class.”
-Nicole Bates
“With Maria, exercise time becomes a time when the spirit soars, and the body is renewed and relaxed.”
-Carletta Smith
“The real positive of the class is the easy approach to exercise --- only as much as the body can take.”
-Katie Balek
“The class is a warm and relaxed atmosphere to learn in, have fun in and make mistakes in.”
-Regina M. Laroche
“Afro-Workout® is always presented as “our class”, therefore I feel that my input is important.“
-Barbara Owens
“It provides me with an intense, yet graceful workout and I almost always achieve an emotional release and a wonderful sense of peace.“
-Jackie Kane
“The compellingly seductive beat of the music brings an awareness of each part of my body as I learn to move boldly, energetically, gracefully and happily.“
-Carletta Smith
“There is not fear of undue stress on the body and it is a complete energizer for all ages.”
-Katie Balek
“You can’t beat Aerobics With Soul® for entertainment value.”
-Glamour
“This handsome tape will be a welcome addition to your workout library.”
-Philadelphia Inquirer
“She has soul, and exactly what our industry needs as a role model.”
-Ruth Sticker
“A sizzling workout that celebrates her East African heritage ….and a sure way to fire up your fitness program.”
-Daily News
“If there is one tape that can beat the boredom suffered by jaded fitness seekers, this UNIQUE video is it.”
-Billboard
“Very relaxing, unlimiting, exhilarating, and holistic. Really touches on the true purpose of life and exercise.”
-Norma Jurrison
“Maria has patiently taught my body a foreign language.”
-Marianne Cooper
“Get rid of adult inhibitions and let yourself go with one of the most innovative, free-spirited and enjoyable workout tape on the video market today.“
-New Body Magazine
“At a Nigerian wedding party, men, women and children actually did both of your tapes from beginning to end!“
-Veronica Obodo- Eckblad
“My sister and I sat in front of the video completely in awe.“
-Liv Ulmann
“Aerobics With Soul® is the ultimate experience, uniquely integrating the rich engaging spirit of African music, rhythms and movement with the technique and creativity of a dancer’s class, and the exhilaration of an aerobics workout.“
-Nancy Orvis
“She has soul, and exactly what our industry needs as a role model.“
-Ruth Stricker
“Aerobics With Soul® is a sure way to fire up your fitness program.”
-New York Daily News
“Aerobics With Soul® is sensuous, lively, fun, expressive, fluid and fascinating.”
-Billboard
“Long time exercises will find Aerobics With Soul® a rare treat.”
-Baltimore Sun
“Aerobics With Soul® is unique, original, educational and multi-faceted.”
-Sara Kooperman
“Thank you for creating such a valuable piece of work.”
-Lois Sperakis
“I thank the Creator of Maria’s wisdom, and her seeing.”
-Valandra Kamara-Makeba