It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of our beloved founder Nora Anderson M.S.

Many of you knew Nora personally or had taken one of her certification workshops. She was the “Aerobic Queen” and built AAAI/ISMA from the ground up. Nora’s background was exercise physiology and she obtained her master’s degree from Temple University. Her true passion was Yoga and Meditation.

Nora’s most sacred treasure was her white Bichon Frisé named Gucci. A photo of Gucci is featured on Nora’s second book: “Love, Kindness, Treats: Will get you everything you want.” Love, Kindness, Treats was Nora’s mantra and she lived it daily. Those who knew her remember how she would give them gifts (or “prezzies” as she called them.) Nora believed in treating everyone the way she would want to be treated.

We at AAAI/ISMA will miss Nora dearly. We promise to honor and cherish her memory and to continue her mission.

Please take a moment to share your memories of Nora.