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

Our Movement Classes are supported by a grant from the Collier Community Foundation.

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.

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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. 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.

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Tai Chi for PD

 Tai Chi on Zoom
Tuesdays @ Noon​

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese discipline of movements practiced as an exercise to enhance wellbeing. This martial art improves joint flexibility, muscle strength, and balance. Tai chi promotes healing, stress management, increased memory, and concentration. A recent study found that Tai chi improves motor function in people with mild to moderate Parkinson’s disease and may slow down disease progression.
 
Join Karen McNeil, experienced Tai Chi instructor with Yoga, Tai Chi, and the Healing Arts of Naples,  share benefits of the martial art and engage you in an introductory session of Tai Chi. the floor.

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In-Person Classes

In-Person Movement Classes at the Florida HIIT Factory, 2349 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #510, Naples, FL 34109 (Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt) Pre-registration and completion of a membership application and waiver of liability are required for attendance.
Wed. & Fri. 1:30 pm

In-person exercise sessions at Florida HIIT Factory are Wednesdays & Fridays at 1:30 pm. The exercise session is intended for members who are able to tolerate a 45- minute standing workout​. CLICK TO REGISTER

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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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.