This is a special class only for those with Parkinon's disease. Bring your own paddles or sign out paddles and balls at the front desk!

Reserve at https://cdymca.org/schedules so others know there will be someone to play with

This class is a non-contact group exercise class designed for people with Parkinson’s and other movement disorders. It involves boxing movements, circuit training, and exercises that will help participants improve their strength and conditioning, balance, posture and coordination.

https://cdymca.org/schedules

This slow moving exercise system is based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine and will enhance the mind, body, spirit connection. T’ai Chi has many health benefits which include increased coordination, flexibility, strength, and balance. (All levels)

The prevalence of chronic illness diagnosis has increased in the United States in the last decade; a study by Johns Hopkins showed that 25% of the US population has been diagnosed with some sort of chronic illness. According to the Mayo Clinic "Aerobic exercise can help to improve your heart health and endurance and aid in weight loss. Strength training can improve muscle strength and endurance, make it easier to do daily activities, slow disease-related declines in muscle strength, and provide stability to joints. Flexibility exercises may help you to have optimal range of motion about your joints, so they can function best, and stability exercises may help reduce the risk of falls."

Pedaling a bicycle at a fast pace have been proven to help Parkinson’s patients delay or in some cases improve their symptoms and quality of life. If you or someone you know could benefit from this program please contact your branch Wellness Director for program specifics and schedule. (All levels)

This focused class is designed to help people with Parkinson’s and other movement disorders improve hand strength, coordination, and dexterity for everyday tasks.

Get moving, build strength, and have fun! This class is an upbeat class designed to help individuals with Parkinson’s and other movement disorders improve strength, endurance, balance, and mobility using hand weights, bands and balls.

This research-backed program is a fun and effective way to improve your well-being, connect with others, and rediscover the joy of movement. No experience necessary. This class will help to improve balance, coordination, endurance, and mood.

Experience a yoga practice designed for those faced with physical challenges. Chairs and props assist each person in variations of postures appropriate to promote their comfort.