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Rock Steady Boxing
Rock Steady Boxing, a nationally acclaimed program, provides hope and empowers men and women living with Parkinson’s disease to be more independent and improve their quality of life.
Program Description:
- Evidence-based program
- Supportive environment
- Led by certified Personal Trainers and Rock Steady Boxing coaches
- Three 90-minute classes per week
- Non-contact boxing drills
- Conditioning exercises for optimal muscular endurance, agility, hand-eye coordination and overall strength
- Emphasis on gross motor movement, balance, core strength, posture and gait
- Intake and regular assessments of physical and cognitive ability
Program benefits:
- Improved mental focus
- Increased strength, endurance, coordination
- Restored confidence
- Reduced likelihood of falls
Program fee: $10 per month
| This program is supported by a community grant from the Parkinson’s Foundation |  |
Level 1 & 2
Recommended for boxers who are showing symptoms but are still active and can endure higher intensity workouts with some floor work. Class is a faster pace with more complex boxing circuits.
Placement will be determined after assessment by the coaches.
Level 3 & 4
Recommended for new boxers, those returning after an extended break from boxing and boxers who would benefit from modifications and one-on-one work with a coach.
Placement will be determined after assessment by the coaches.
Parkinson's Good Life
Information sharing and group discussion led by a Certified Rock Steady Boxing Coach on the many effects of Parkinson’s Disease(PD) and how simple daily tasks can become challenging. Participants will receive information on up to date research regarding PD and related topics. Group participants have the opportunity to share ideas, experiences and learn how to take charge of their lives and health fighting to put PD in it’s place!
Open to community members who are caretakers and those with PD.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/1/23 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
