Parkinson's Programming
PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP
Connect, Learn and Share with others living with Parkinson's Disease. This monthly support group is open to anyone in the community including those affected with Parkinson's Disease and care-givers. This group will meet the first Friday of each month at the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA.
We welcome monetary support that helps the Greater Kingsport Family YMCA continue programming support for our friends and members. Monetary donations go toward purchasing equipment for our Parkinson's classes and on-going training for our staff.
PARKINSON'S CYCLE CLASS
OPEN TO PUBLIC: Research conducted at the Cleveland Clinic showed a 35% reduction in PD symptoms by the simple act of pedaling a bicycle at a rapid pace, optimally 80-90 revolutions per minute. This research inspired the launching of Parkinson’s Cycling Class!
A doctors waiver and an assessment by YMCA staff is required to attend Cycle. Depending on their independence level they may be advised to bring a care partner with them.
CLASSES ARE:
Wednesday's- 11:15am (YMCA Cycling Studio)
Members & Potential Members: FREE!
PUNCH OUT PARKINSON'S BOXING CLASSES
Non-contact boxing inspired classes can reverse, reduce, and even delay the symptoms of PD.
We are learning every day that there are ways in which people with Parkinson’s disease can enhance their quality of life and even build strength, flexibility, and speed! By exercising with coaches who know the ropes, you can fight your way out of the corner and start to feel and function better.
CLASSES ARE:
Friday's - 11:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-2:00pm (GES)
Members & Potential Members: FREE!
A Doctors wavier and YMCA staff assessment is required before attending. Depending on their independence level they may be advised to bring a care partner with them.
CLASSES WE SUGGEST FOR PARKINSON'S PATIENTS
| Chair Yoga |
| Intro to Line Dance |
| Balance & Core Lite |
| Intro to Stretch |
| Tai Chi |
| Silver Fit Classic |
You must be a member of the YMCA to participate in the above classes.
Contact Amanda Hensley at 423.765.9722 or [email protected]