Movement Classes

Growing evidence shows that vigorous exercise may have a neuroprotective effect for people with PD. Our group movement classes offer a flexible and functional exercise approach that target multiple symptoms and allow for adaptation for disease severity. These classes specifically target four skills shown by research to interfere with mobility in people with PD: antigravity extension, weight shifting, axial mobility, and transitional movements. Movement is a key element to living well with PD. ​
While there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services​.
​Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs. Click below to complete the required application online.

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Movement Classes for all Abilities
Movement Classes are held Monday-Friday

Gentle Movement on Zoom
Mon.-Fri. 1:00 - 1:45 pm

While accommodating limited mobility, this class is a seated exercise program with an emphasis on stretching, building endurance, and some strengthening. 
​While accommodating limitations because of pain or low endurance, this class will challenge participants to increase their activity level with the expectation of feeling and functioning better.

Advanced Movement on Zoom
Mon.-Fri. 2:00 - 2:45 pm

​The 'Advanced' class uses large, whole body movement. Activities will challenge high level balance, coordination, agility endurance and strength movement patterns involve rocking, turning, reaching, and stepping.


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Balance and Strength Training on Zoom
​Tues. & Thurs. 1:00 pm

This class is designed for members with Parkinson's and care partners who are looking for a more rigorous workout. Facilitated by Sloane Pereyra. Sloane is a NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) certified trainer with over 8 years experience working one on one with individuals suffering from chronic illnesses, including Parkinson's Disease. Group fitness instructor with over 10 years of experience motivating individuals through cardiovascular, strength, and core training.

 Pilates for PD
​on Zoom
Tues. & Thurs. 3:30 pm​

Many people with Parkinson’s turn to Pilates because it’s a low-impact activity with big-impact results. Because Pilates focuses on increasing core strength and improving flexibility and balance, it can be particularly helpful in countering the effects of PD.

The simple, controlled exercises help you correct your spinal and pelvic alignment, while forcing you to concentrate on movements that protract and retract the muscles. This strengthens the way the brain communicates with your body, thus teaching you how to have better control over the way your body moves.

It’s non-aerobic, so you won’t get your heartbeat racing and you won’t break a sweat. That makes it a great choice if you’re worried about fatigue or stamina since most of the workout is performed sitting or on the floor.

Why online classes?

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​In response to COVID-19 safety concerns and to protect the health of our members, we have rallied our resources to put together online classes, support groups and educational talks to help you live well with PD safely from home.
We will return to in person classes again as soon as it is safe to do so, while continuing to offer online classes for those who would like to maintain social distancing.

While there is no charge to participate there are significants costs to offer our programs and services​.

​Participants are required to complete a membership application and participation waiver before participating in online and in person programs.

For your convenience the membership application is available to complete online, or if you would prefer printed forms, you can download them and return them to us by mail. Are you unsure if you completed a waiver or membership form? Call us at 239-417-3465 and we will be delighted to check for you. CLICK TO JOIN

On occasion unforeseen circumstances may cause meeting and event cancellations. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience.