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The Benefits of Exercise for
Parkinson’s Disease
Moving, Together.
Exercise is beneficial for general health and can assist in managing both motor and non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. For those with Parkinson’s, exercise has been shown to:
- Slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease
- Decrease pain
- Improve sleep, mood, and memory
- Prolong independent mobility
- Boost activity that keeps brain cells healthy
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Exercise classes by county
FRANKFORT: DANCING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Every Thursday at 11:00 am
Address: Betsie Hosick Fitness Center 102 Airport Road
City: Frankfort
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49635
Additional Information: $7.50 for non members. Free for members. Call Jo-Ann Tarkington @ 231-352-9661
Type:Dance
BATTLE CREEK: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays 5:30-6:45 pm
Address: Rock Solid Wellness Studio 1332 E Columbia Ave.
City: Battle Creek
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49014
Additional Information:Contact: Karin Gallagher
Phone: 269-209-5259
Email: battlecreek@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
GRAND BLANC: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 248-760-2019 for a complete list of class times
Address: Genesys Athletic Club – 801 Health Park Blvd.
City: Grand Blanc
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48439
Additional Information:Members free Non-members $5 per class
Contact: Angee Ludwa @ 248-760-2019 or grandblanc@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
GENESEE: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 248-760-2019 for a complete listing
Address: Genesys Athletic Club – 801 Health Park Blvd
City: Grand Blanc
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48439
Additional Information:Contact: Angee Ludwa 248-760-2019 grandblanc@rsbaffiliate.com
FLINT: GENESSE COUNTY – PARKINSON’S WELLNESS RECOVERY(PWR!) CLASS
Schedule: Fridays 10:00-11:00 am
Address: Urban Health and Wellness Center 1153 William S. White Building 509 N. Harrison Street
City: Flint
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48502
Additional Information:University of Michigan Flint Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR!) class Presented by: Dr. Amy Yorke, PT, PhD, NCS Class is free of charge, however you must pre-register. (734) 417-8963 PT_Heart@umflint.edu PWR! is a PD-specific skill training program to maintain or restore skills that deteriorate and interfere with everyday movements. This CLASS is about empowerment – teaching you what you CAN do to use your FULL potential and get the most out of life. The Urban Health and Wellness Center is on the first floor of the William S. White building on UM-Flint’s campus. There are specific parking spots for the Urban Health and Wellness center, or metered parking available.
Type:Exercise
TRAVERSE CITY: “MOVE & SHOUT”
Schedule: Monday – 12:45pm – 1:30pm
Address: 801 E. Front St.
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49686
Additional Information:Contact: Olivia McCrillis @ 231-922-4911
Fee: $5 per person
Type:Exercise
TRAVERSE CITY: “TC MALL WALKERS”
Schedule: Wednesday @ 11:00am
Address: 3200 South Airport Road West
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: meet in the food court
Contact: Hettie Molvang @ 231-947-7389
Fee: No charge
Type: Exercise
EXERCISE CLASS FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON DISEASE
Schedule: Mondays 12:00 noon – 1:00pm
Address: 5901 Shugart Lane
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: Drop-in fee $5 or $30 a month. First class is free of charge. For more information, call Dr. Torrey Davenport at 231-271-0375 or e-mail torrey96@gmail.com. Instructor: Torrey Davenport, DPT, PT PWR Moves and LSVT Certified instructor
Type: Exercise
EXERCISE CLASS FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON DISEASE
Schedule: Fridays 12:00 noon – 1:00pm
Address: 1381 S W Shore Drive
City: Suttons Bay
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49682
Additional Information: Drop-in fee $5 or $30 a month. First class is free of chargeFor more information, call Dr. Torrey Davenport at 231-271-0375 or e-mail torrey96@gmail.com
Instructor: Torrey Davenport, DPT, PT PWR Moves and LSVT Certified instructor
Type: Exercise
ROCK STEADY BOXING: TRAVERSE CITY TRI-FORGED ATHLETICS
Schedule: Contact 989-884-2856 for hours and class times
Address: West Side Student Ministry Center – 4975 East Traverse Highway
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: Contact: Taylor Kowalewsky
Phone: tel:989-884-2856
Email: triforgedathletics@gmail.com
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Type: Exercise
HURON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mondays – 1:30pm – 2:30pm Wednesdays – 1:30pm – 2:30pm Fridays – 10:00am – 11:00am
Address: 316 S. Hanselman Street
City: Bad Axe
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48413
Additional Information: Contact: Maryann and Edward Cutlip
Phone: 586-634-9883
Email: huroncountry@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
INGHAM: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am – 11:30am Friday 9:00am – 10:30am
Address: Crown Boxing Gym – 1010 Ballard St.
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48917
Additional Information: Contact: Thad (Ted) Zale – 2403 Sugartree Trail Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: 571-449-5995
Email: glovedones@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
LANSING: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tue: 6 pm – 7:30 pm Wed: 3 pm – 4:30 pm
Address: 3960 Patient Care Drive, Suite 117
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48911
Additional Information: Phone: 517.325.0996
Fax: 517.882.8940
PWR! Wellness Classes
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
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Type: Exercise
LANSING: ROCK STEADY BOXING – GLOVED ONES
Schedule: Every Tues. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Address: 1010 Ballard St
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48906
Additional Information: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm $60 per month – 12 classes glovedones@rsbaffiliate.com (517) 449-5995
OKEMOS: PARKINDANCE CLASS
Schedule: Wednesdays 1:00 pm
Address: Happendance Okemos 3448 Hagadorn Rd. Suite C
City: Okemos
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48864
Additional Information: No fee- Sponsored by Making The Turn Golf Contact Diane Newman (517) 333-3528
Type: Dance
LANSING: PARKINSON’S FITNESS PROGRAM
Schedule: Mondays 6:30 pm boxing, Tuesdays 1:00 pm exercise, Wednesdays 6:30 pm exercise, Thursdays 1:00 pm exercise 12-week program
Address: Sparrow Michigan Athletic Club 2900 Hannah Blvd.
City: East Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48823
Additional Information: No fee – Sponsored by Making the Turn Golf Contact Rus Zalkin (517) 364-88244
Type: Exercise
MOVE! FOR HEALTH CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays, from 3:00pm -4:00pm at MP Fit Club
Address: 1639 E Broomfield St
City: Mt Pleasant
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48858
Additional Information: Move! for Health Class will meet on Tuesdays, from 3:00pm -4:00pm at the MP Fit Club located on 1639 E Broomfield St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858 beginning January 11-April 26, 2022. For more information call Jamie Haines, PT, DPT 989-774-2533
Type: Exercise
JACKSON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tues & Thurs PD level 3/4 – 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm PD level 1/2 – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Saturdays All levels 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Address: Summit Branch YMCA – 2151 Ferguson Rd.
City: Jackson
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49201
Additional Information: Contact: Mailynn Pratt 517-782-0537 jacksonymca@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
JACKSON: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Fri 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Address: YMCA Jackson 127 W Wesley St
City: Jackson
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49201
Additional Information: Instructor Jennie Lapp (517) 784-9622
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Classes are currently held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00pm
Address: Title Boxing Club – 661 Romence Road
City: Portage
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49024
Additional Information: Phone: 269-743-7839
Email: kalamazoo@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: YMCA IN PORTAGE
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Address: 2900 W. Centre Street
City: Portage
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49024
Additional Information: Delay the Disease: 3 levels (level is determined by assessment) Contact Trish Harrison (269) 459-4881 or taharr@kzooymca.org
DTD Certified Instructor: Sheri Shon
Fee is $90 for Y memebers $160 for community/nonmembers
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: BRONSON ATHLETIC CLUB
Schedule: Exercise Class meets twice weekly
Address: 6789 Elm Valley Dr
City: Kalamazoo
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49009
Additional Information: Exercise Class meets twice weekly Cost of $100.00 for 12 weeks Call 269-544-3200 for questions or to register You can also get one on one session with one of the class instructors for additional fee
Type: Exercise
KENT COUNTY: PWR! GROUP CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm Weekly Sessions – $25.00/month Contact: 616-866-6859
Address: 521 E. Division NE
City: Rockford
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49341
Additional Information: Weekly sessions, $25.00/month
Sessions resuming Feb 23, 2021
To reserve a spot, contact 616-866-6859
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Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Starts the week of April 18th 8-week sessions 60 minute class Free of charge Reservation are Required (space is limited)
Address: 475 Lake Michigan Drive NW
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49504
Additional Information: Contact: Trish Harrison 616-855-9536
tharrison@grymca.org
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: TAI CHI
Schedule: Classes meet Every Monday from 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Address: East Leonard Medical Complex 2680 Leonard St, NE
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49525
Additional Information: Tai chi, a balance-based exercise, is one non-pharmaceutical therapy which has been studied in patients with Parkinson’s disease. A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine concluded that Tai Chi may improve balance and prevent falls among people with Parkinson’s disease. The class is for beginners and is $40 for 10 weeks. For more information contact: Ruth Kizer (616) 866-4256 or Brenda Schroeder (616) 866-1205 or (616) 450-9844 or bschreoder@chartmi.net
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Address: West Michigan, LLC 6538 Division Ave S
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49548
Additional Information: westmichigan@rsbaffiliate.com (616) 634-4250
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: GR BALLET SCHOOL – DANCING WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE
Schedule: Meets Every Tuesday 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Address: Meijer-Royce Center for Dance 341 Ellsworth Ave, SW
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49503
Location Map: Additional Information: This 45 minute movement class is designed to increase the flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination of persons with Parkinson’s Disease. The class progresses from seated exercises to standing exercises at a bar to movements across the floor, all to live piano accompaniment. Spouses, caretakers, and friends are all encouraged to participate!
Grand Rapids Ballet Contact Attila Mosolygo at AttilaM@grballet.com
The Grand Rapids Ballet Main Office phone is: (616) 454-4771 ext. 17
Type: Dance
GRAND RAPIDS: POWER UP EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Class meets Every Monday during the school year from 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Address: Grand Valley State University Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences (CHS) 301 Michigan St, NE
City: Grand Rapids
Zip Code: 49503
Additional Information: There is an approval process: Contact Cathy at (616) 331-5974 and she will follow up with you with an evaluation/screening appointment as well as describing the level of activity. There is no charge and both men and women may participate. A doctor’s approval is required.
Type: Exercise
LIVINGSTON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 517-294-5598 for complete listing of class times
Address: 4176 E. Grand River Ave
City: Howell
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48843
Additional Information: Contact: Virginia Larioza or Ohana Karate
Phone: 517-294-5598
Email: livingstoncounty@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
HOWELL: EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Address: 242 Church, 7526 Grand River Ave
City: Brighton
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48114
Additional Information: Contact: Stuart Blatt, PT, PhD 810-923-8970
Type: Exercise
HOWELL: ADAPTIVE EXERCISE WITH DR. STUART BLATT
Schedule: Thursdays, 1:00 pm
Address: 1st Presbyterian Church 323 Grand River Ave
City: Howell
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48843
Type: Exercise
CLINTON TWP: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Wed: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Level 1&2 Tue: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Level 3&4 Thu: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Level 1&2
https://parkinsonsmi.org/images/WellnessClassSchedule091019.pdf
Address: 15500 19 Mile Road, Suite 330
City: Clinton Township
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48038
Additional Information:Phone: 586-412-0016 Fax: 586-412-0117
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/pwrmoves/
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Type: Exercise
WARREN: PD EXERCISE GROUP
Schedule: Thursday 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Address: St. John Macomb – Medical Center 12000 E. 12 Mile Road
City: Warren
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48093
Additional Information: Release/Permission from Physician required (586) 573-5123
Type:Exercise
MARQUETTE: MOVEMENT AND DANCE FOR THOSE WITH PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Tuesdays and Fridays 2:00 – 3:15 PM Saturdays 1:00- 2:15 PM
Address: Dance Zone 1113 Lincoln Avenue
City: Marquette
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49855
Additional Information:Free of charge
Lead Teacher: Marge Sklar
Sponsoring organizations: Dance Zone and Lake Superior Hospice
For more information or to register please contact Marge Sklar at (906) 236-1457 or via email by marge@dancezonemqt.org
Type: Dance
MARQUETTE: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Held on Mon, Wed & Friday 1:00 pm – 2:00pm
Address: Marquette YMCA 1420 Pine St.
City: Marquette
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49855
Additional Information: No fee Details available on site Contact Christina Bennett (906) 227-9622
Type:Exercise
PARKINSON BALANCE AND EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays at 10:00 am
Address: 2205 Jefferson Ave
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48640
Additional Information:
This program is offered free of charge
Greater Midland Community Center
Barstow Shipps Room
2205 Jefferson Ave
Midland, MI 48640
Tuesday and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
Instructor: Abbi Brady, PT, DPT
PWR! Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery, Moves Certified Therapist
Type: Exercise
MIDLAND: ROCK STEADY BOXING – MID MICHIGAN
Schedule: Mon – Thurs 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 5:30 pm
Address: 4612 James Savage Rd.
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48642
Additional Information: Contact: Stacey Hannah
Phone: (844) 829-2778
Email: midmichigan@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
MIDLAND: MID MICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER
Schedule: Weekly classes
Address: Bay Medical Center Rehabilitation West Campus 4000 Wellness Dr
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48670
Additional Information: $2.00 per session (989) 667-6767
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON AND SPRING LAKE: GENERATION CARE
Address: Generation Care 945 E Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Many programs geared for people with PD, including Pedaling for PD water exercise and more at several locations Call (231) 737-4374 There is a fee
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON: PARKINSON’S POOL CLASS
Schedule: Monday and Thursday from 11:00 am – 11:45 am
Address: Generation Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: $6.00 per class, can purchase a punch card- for a slightly discounted per class rate No monthly commitment required We have the capabilities to run this class at our Generation Care Grand Haven location but haven’t had enough interest
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Address: Generation Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Contact Generation Care, Muskegon (231) 737-4374
Type: Exercise
GRAND HAVEN: GO GROUP
Schedule: Runs on a 6 week basis every Friday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Address: Generations Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Exercise based class with educational, speech, and cognitive components Runs on a 6 week basis every Friday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am Ability to run class at Generation Care clinic as well $48.00 for 6 week class Need to call for availiability and when the next class is starting (231) 737-4373
Type: Exercise
FARMINGTON HILLS: BOXING AND EXERCISE FOR PD
Schedule: New sessions will begin the 1st of every month Monday and Friday: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Assessments needed before beginning this class
Address: The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center 29995 W. 12 Mile Rd
City: Farmington Hills
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48334
Additional Information:
Fees:
Resident: $60
Non-Resident: $68
Type: Exercise
AUBURN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER: PARKINSON’S EXERCISE AND YOGA
Schedule: Level 3 and 4: Parkinson Exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Yoga on Wednesday: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Level 1 and 2: Parkinson Exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Yoga on Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
Address: 1827 N. Squirrel Rd
City: Auburn Hills
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48326
Additional Information: Please contact Deb Colling at (248) 315-3068 for an assessment and class placement
Session Fees:
Resident: $84 (4 week month) $105 (5 week month)
Non Resident: $108 (4 week month) $135 (5 week month)
Drop-ins available with approval $10
PWR! Moves Session begin the first week of each month Fridays 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Fees:Resident: $28 Non-Resident: $36 Drop-ins available $1
Type: Exercise
ROCHESTER: OLDER PERSON’S COMMISION (OPC)
Schedule: Dance For Parkinson’s on Mondays from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Stretch and Strength for PD on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 am. Boxing for Parkinson’s on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00 pm. PWR! Moves on Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 pm. Each session is 4 classes for $32 and is ongoing.
Address: 650 Letica Drive
City: Rochester
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48307
Additional Information: OPC Senior Center (248) 656-1403o pcseniorcenter.orgContact: Alli Woerner: takerootdance@gmail.com
Type: Exercisem Dance
OXFORD CHARTER TOWNSHIP: PWR MOVES, EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Address: 925 N Lapeer Rd, Suite 113
City: Oxford Charter Township
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48371
Additional Information: Located at The Giving Tree Collective
Instructors Angee Ludwa, MPT and Carol Schram, BS, CPTCost $18 per session or 8 classes for $115.00Cost includes initial assessment Bring your own Yoga mat. Classes begin November 2, 2021
Type: Exercise
ROCHESTER: DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S HOSTED BY TAKE ROOT
Schedule: Classes will be held on the following dates from 11am-12pm: November 13th December 11th January 8th February 12th March 5th April 9th May 14th
Address: Oakland University 371 Varner Drive Varner Hall Rm 132
City: Rochester
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48309
Additional Information: Contact Ali Woener takerootdance@gmail.com
Dance for Parkinson’s Disease classes will now be held in person free of charge at Oakland University, Varner Hall, 371 Varner Drive, Rochester, MI 48309-4485 in Studio 132.
Classes are free and will be taught by our Dance for PD faculty!
Participants will be required to complete the health survey linked below prior to taking class. https://www.takerootdance.com/danceforpd
Type: Dance
ROYAL OAK: BEAUMONT HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER-COOLIDGE
Schedule: Wednesdays 2-3pm Beaumont Health and Wellness Center-Coolidge 4949 Coolidge Hwy Location: Neuro Gym II First Class May 19, 2021 Cost per class is $14.00 For more information, call 248-655-5820
Address: Beaumont Health and Wellness Center 4949 Coolidge Hwy.
City: Royal Oak
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48073
Additional Information: Our classes are taught by physical and occupational therapists.
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Type: Exercise
OTTAWA: ALLENDALE SNAP FITNESS
Schedule: beginning November 18, 2022 at 9:00-10:00 am every Friday
Address: 6101 Lake Michigan Drive
City: Allendale
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49401
Additional Information: fee is $5 each time for individuals who are not Snap Fitness members
Type: Exercise
HOLLAND: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Address: Evergreen Commons 480 State St
City: Holland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49423
Additional Information: kdraeger@evergreencommons.org (616) 355-5108
Type: Exercise
GRAND HAVEN: DANCING FOR PARKINSON’S/WEST MICHIGAN – LAKESHORE
Schedule: Wednesdays, 1:30 to 2:30 PM
Address: Spotlight Dance Academy 1445 Columbus Avenue
City: Grand Haven
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49417
Additional Information: Financial Support Provided, in part, by Parkinson’s Association of West Michigan
Head Teacher: Cathy Gamby
Assistant Head Teacher: MiMi Dunne
Accompanist: Karen Frederiksen
Coordinator and teacher: Janice White
Classes are free, however donations are welcome. Questions: DancingForParkinsons@gmail.com or call Jan at (616) 846-4097
Vist our Website at: http://danceforpd.org
Please join us! All PD levels, plus family member or caregiver welcome. Call to confirm class dates.
Type: Dance
GRAND HAVEN: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Classes run Tues, Thurs, & Friday 10:30 am – 11:15 am
Address: YMCA Tri-Cities 1 Y Dr.
City: Grand Haven
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49417
Additional Information: Contact: Erica Phelps (616) 842-7051 ext. 224 Permission from physician required Classes run Tues, Thurs, & Friday 10:30 am – 11:15 am $10 pass for non-members, free to members
Type: Exercise
TOLEDO, OHIO: INTERNATIONAL BOXING CLUB (IBC)
Schedule: Schedule for Knock Out Parkinson’s Monday – 9am to 10am Tuesday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wednesday – 9am to 10am Thursday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Friday – 9am to 10am
Address: 5965 Telegraph Road
City: Toledo
State: Ohio
Zip Code: 43612
Additional Information: About Knock Out Parkinson’s: Parkinson’s (KOP) is a therapeutic boxing program for individuals of varying ages diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The coach is a Certified Rock Steady Boxing Trainer. The program is a result of a Capstone project developed by a recent University of Toledo Occupational Therapy Doctorate graduate, Rachel Lopez (Martinez). There is NO FEE for this program.
Schedule for Knock Out Parkinson’s Monday – 9am to 10am Tuesday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wednesday – 9am to 10am Thursday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Friday – 9am to 10am
Click on this link to see a GREAT video about the program: http://www.ibctoledo.org/knock-out-parkinsons.html
Type: Exercise
MISHAWAKA, IN: DELAY THE DISEASE
Schedule: Thursdays 2pm-3pm
Address: Sprenger Health Care Mishawaka 60257 Bodnar Boulevard
City: Mishawaka
State: Indiana
Zip Code: 46544
Additional Information: Free of Cost Contact: Brandi Snider, PTA, CKTP Director of Rehabilitation
Type: Exercise
SAGINAW: ROCK CITY STEADY BOXING
Schedule: M-Th 5am-10pm, Fri 5am-8pm, Sa 7am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm
Address: Diversified Fitness Club – 195 Mayer Road
City: Frankenmuth
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48734
Additional Information: Contact: Trisha Kokowicz
Phone: 989-652-4067
Email: diversifiedfitness@rsbaffiliate.com
RSB Classes begin September 18!
RSB Class Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 1pm – 2:30pm
Type: Exercise
SAGINAW: TRI CITIES SUPPORT GROUP WEEKLY EXERCISE PROGRAM
Schedule: Thursdays at 9 am
Address: 4141 McCarty Road
City: Saginaw
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48603
Additional Information: Free of charge Contact Martin Mann (989) 577-9574
Type: Exercise
WASHTENAW: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Please contact 734-214-0220 for hours & class times
Address: Chelsea Wellness Center – 14800 E Old US Highway 12
City: Chelsea
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48118
Additional Information: Contact: Kari Goorhouse
Phone: 734-214-0220
Email: chelseawellness@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
ANN ARBOR: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Fri 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Address: Health Innovation Coordinator YMCA Ann Arbor 400 W Washington St
City: Ann Arbor
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48103
Additional Information: Release/Permission from Physician required
Contact Ann Brennan (734) 661-8044 abrennan@AnnArborYMCA.org
Free to members, $30/mo for non-members
Type: Exercise
ANN ARBOR: PARKINSON’S MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS
Schedule: Wednesdays, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Address: Turner Senior Resource Center 2401 Plymouth Road
City: Ann Arbor
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48105
Additional Information: For more info and registration call: Rachel Dewees @ 734-998-9350
Type: Dance
DEARBORN: HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
Schedule: Wednesdays from 11 am to 12 pm and Fridays from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Address: 5500 Auto Club Drive, Ste 150
City: Dearborn
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48126
Additional Information: Cost: $25 per month (1 class a week x 4 weeks)
*Must be screened by physical therapist to attend
Please call 313-982-8266 or email kbourde1@hfhs.org Contact: Katie Bourdeau, PT, DPT
Type: Exercise
GROSSE POINTE PARK: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00 am – 12:30pm
Address: 14920 Windmill Pointe Park
City: Grosse Pointe Park
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48230
Additional Information: Call Deb Colling at (248) 315-3068
Fees: $160 – 2 days per week
or
$220 – 3 days per week
Pro-rate available if starting during a session
Type: Exercise
LIVONIA: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mon / Wed / Fri: 11 am -12:30 pm Level 1&2 Mon: 3 pm – 4 pm Level 3 Tue: 2 pm – 3 pm Level 4
Address: The Recovery Project – 20000 Victor Pkwy Ste 100
City: Livonia
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48152
Additional Information: Contact: Steve Styes 734-953-1745 recoveryproject@rsbaffiliate.com
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/pwrmoves/
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
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Type: Exercise
GROSSE POINTE: ROCK STEADY BOXING CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays – 10:30am, Thurs – 10:30am, Sat – 12:00pm
Address: 20957 Mack Ave
City: Grosse Pointe Woods
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48236
Additional Information: Contact: Mac Gallagher @ 313-458-8802/ 917-85
Email: grossepointe@rsbaffiliate.com
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Type: Exercise
DETROIT: DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE CLASS
Schedule: Every Monday from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
Address: William Clay Ford Center for Athletic Medicine 6525 2nd Ave.
City: Detroit
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48202
Additional Information: Taught by Brandon Koepsell of Take Root
First floor meeting room, just inside the main entrance
Cost: Free
Register: http://bit.ly/2nMtqUS
Contact Shawn Bennis 313-874-4520 Or email takerootdance@gmail.com for more info
Type: Exercisem Dance
Exercise classes by county
FRANKFORT: DANCING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Every Thursday at 11:00 am
Address: Betsie Hosick Fitness Center 102 Airport Road
City: Frankfort
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49635
Additional Information: $7.50 for non members. Free for members. Call Jo-Ann Tarkington @ 231-352-9661
Type:Dance
BATTLE CREEK: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mondays and Thursdays 5:30-6:45 pm
Address: Rock Solid Wellness Studio 1332 E Columbia Ave.
City: Battle Creek
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49014
Additional Information:Contact: Karin Gallagher
Phone: 269-209-5259
Email: battlecreek@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
GRAND BLANC: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 248-760-2019 for a complete list of class times
Address: Genesys Athletic Club – 801 Health Park Blvd.
City: Grand Blanc
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48439
Additional Information:Members free Non-members $5 per class
Contact: Angee Ludwa @ 248-760-2019 or grandblanc@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
GENESEE: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 248-760-2019 for a complete listing
Address: Genesys Athletic Club – 801 Health Park Blvd
City: Grand Blanc
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48439
Additional Information:Contact: Angee Ludwa 248-760-2019 grandblanc@rsbaffiliate.com
FLINT: GENESSE COUNTY – PARKINSON’S WELLNESS RECOVERY(PWR!) CLASS
Schedule: Fridays 10:00-11:00 am
Address: Urban Health and Wellness Center 1153 William S. White Building 509 N. Harrison Street
City: Flint
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48502
Additional Information:University of Michigan Flint Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR!) class Presented by: Dr. Amy Yorke, PT, PhD, NCS Class is free of charge, however you must pre-register. (734) 417-8963 PT_Heart@umflint.edu PWR! is a PD-specific skill training program to maintain or restore skills that deteriorate and interfere with everyday movements. This CLASS is about empowerment – teaching you what you CAN do to use your FULL potential and get the most out of life. The Urban Health and Wellness Center is on the first floor of the William S. White building on UM-Flint’s campus. There are specific parking spots for the Urban Health and Wellness center, or metered parking available.
Type:Exercise
TRAVERSE CITY: “MOVE & SHOUT”
Schedule: Monday – 12:45pm – 1:30pm
Address: 801 E. Front St.
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49686
Additional Information:Contact: Olivia McCrillis @ 231-922-4911
Fee: $5 per person
Type:Exercise
TRAVERSE CITY: “TC MALL WALKERS”
Schedule: Wednesday @ 11:00am
Address: 3200 South Airport Road West
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: meet in the food court
Contact: Hettie Molvang @ 231-947-7389
Fee: No charge
Type: Exercise
EXERCISE CLASS FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON DISEASE
Schedule: Mondays 12:00 noon – 1:00pm
Address: 5901 Shugart Lane
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: Drop-in fee $5 or $30 a month. First class is free of charge. For more information, call Dr. Torrey Davenport at 231-271-0375 or e-mail torrey96@gmail.com. Instructor: Torrey Davenport, DPT, PT PWR Moves and LSVT Certified instructor
Type: Exercise
EXERCISE CLASS FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON DISEASE
Schedule: Fridays 12:00 noon – 1:00pm
Address: 1381 S W Shore Drive
City: Suttons Bay
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49682
Additional Information: Drop-in fee $5 or $30 a month. First class is free of chargeFor more information, call Dr. Torrey Davenport at 231-271-0375 or e-mail torrey96@gmail.com
Instructor: Torrey Davenport, DPT, PT PWR Moves and LSVT Certified instructor
Type: Exercise
ROCK STEADY BOXING: TRAVERSE CITY TRI-FORGED ATHLETICS
Schedule: Contact 989-884-2856 for hours and class times
Address: West Side Student Ministry Center – 4975 East Traverse Highway
City: Traverse City
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49684
Additional Information: Contact: Taylor Kowalewsky
Phone: tel:989-884-2856
Email: triforgedathletics@gmail.com
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Type: Exercise
HURON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mondays – 1:30pm – 2:30pm Wednesdays – 1:30pm – 2:30pm Fridays – 10:00am – 11:00am
Address: 316 S. Hanselman Street
City: Bad Axe
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48413
Additional Information: Contact: Maryann and Edward Cutlip
Phone: 586-634-9883
Email: huroncountry@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
INGHAM: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 9:30am – 11:30am Friday 9:00am – 10:30am
Address: Crown Boxing Gym – 1010 Ballard St.
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48917
Additional Information: Contact: Thad (Ted) Zale – 2403 Sugartree Trail Lansing, MI 48917
Phone: 571-449-5995
Email: glovedones@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
LANSING: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tue: 6 pm – 7:30 pm Wed: 3 pm – 4:30 pm
Address: 3960 Patient Care Drive, Suite 117
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48911
Additional Information: Phone: 517.325.0996
Fax: 517.882.8940
PWR! Wellness Classes
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
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Type: Exercise
LANSING: ROCK STEADY BOXING – GLOVED ONES
Schedule: Every Tues. 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Address: 1010 Ballard St
City: Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48906
Additional Information: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm $60 per month – 12 classes glovedones@rsbaffiliate.com (517) 449-5995
OKEMOS: PARKINDANCE CLASS
Schedule: Wednesdays 1:00 pm
Address: Happendance Okemos 3448 Hagadorn Rd. Suite C
City: Okemos
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48864
Additional Information: No fee- Sponsored by Making The Turn Golf Contact Diane Newman (517) 333-3528
Type: Dance
LANSING: PARKINSON’S FITNESS PROGRAM
Schedule: Mondays 6:30 pm boxing, Tuesdays 1:00 pm exercise, Wednesdays 6:30 pm exercise, Thursdays 1:00 pm exercise 12-week program
Address: Sparrow Michigan Athletic Club 2900 Hannah Blvd.
City: East Lansing
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48823
Additional Information: No fee – Sponsored by Making the Turn Golf Contact Rus Zalkin (517) 364-88244
Type: Exercise
MOVE! FOR HEALTH CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays, from 3:00pm -4:00pm at MP Fit Club
Address: 1639 E Broomfield St
City: Mt Pleasant
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48858
Additional Information: Move! for Health Class will meet on Tuesdays, from 3:00pm -4:00pm at the MP Fit Club located on 1639 E Broomfield St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48858 beginning January 11-April 26, 2022. For more information call Jamie Haines, PT, DPT 989-774-2533
Type: Exercise
JACKSON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Tues & Thurs PD level 3/4 – 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm PD level 1/2 – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm Saturdays All levels 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Address: Summit Branch YMCA – 2151 Ferguson Rd.
City: Jackson
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49201
Additional Information: Contact: Mailynn Pratt 517-782-0537 jacksonymca@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
JACKSON: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Fri 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Address: YMCA Jackson 127 W Wesley St
City: Jackson
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49201
Additional Information: Instructor Jennie Lapp (517) 784-9622
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Classes are currently held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1:00pm
Address: Title Boxing Club – 661 Romence Road
City: Portage
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49024
Additional Information: Phone: 269-743-7839
Email: kalamazoo@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: YMCA IN PORTAGE
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Address: 2900 W. Centre Street
City: Portage
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49024
Additional Information: Delay the Disease: 3 levels (level is determined by assessment) Contact Trish Harrison (269) 459-4881 or taharr@kzooymca.org
DTD Certified Instructor: Sheri Shon
Fee is $90 for Y memebers $160 for community/nonmembers
Type: Exercise
KALAMAZOO: BRONSON ATHLETIC CLUB
Schedule: Exercise Class meets twice weekly
Address: 6789 Elm Valley Dr
City: Kalamazoo
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49009
Additional Information: Exercise Class meets twice weekly Cost of $100.00 for 12 weeks Call 269-544-3200 for questions or to register You can also get one on one session with one of the class instructors for additional fee
Type: Exercise
KENT COUNTY: PWR! GROUP CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm Weekly Sessions – $25.00/month Contact: 616-866-6859
Address: 521 E. Division NE
City: Rockford
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49341
Additional Information: Weekly sessions, $25.00/month
Sessions resuming Feb 23, 2021
To reserve a spot, contact 616-866-6859
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Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Starts the week of April 18th 8-week sessions 60 minute class Free of charge Reservation are Required (space is limited)
Address: 475 Lake Michigan Drive NW
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49504
Additional Information: Contact: Trish Harrison 616-855-9536
tharrison@grymca.org
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: TAI CHI
Schedule: Classes meet Every Monday from 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Address: East Leonard Medical Complex 2680 Leonard St, NE
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49525
Additional Information: Tai chi, a balance-based exercise, is one non-pharmaceutical therapy which has been studied in patients with Parkinson’s disease. A recent study in the New England Journal of Medicine concluded that Tai Chi may improve balance and prevent falls among people with Parkinson’s disease. The class is for beginners and is $40 for 10 weeks. For more information contact: Ruth Kizer (616) 866-4256 or Brenda Schroeder (616) 866-1205 or (616) 450-9844 or bschreoder@chartmi.net
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Address: West Michigan, LLC 6538 Division Ave S
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49548
Additional Information: westmichigan@rsbaffiliate.com (616) 634-4250
Type: Exercise
GRAND RAPIDS: GR BALLET SCHOOL – DANCING WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE
Schedule: Meets Every Tuesday 12:00pm – 12:45pm
Address: Meijer-Royce Center for Dance 341 Ellsworth Ave, SW
City: Grand Rapids
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49503
Location Map: Additional Information: This 45 minute movement class is designed to increase the flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination of persons with Parkinson’s Disease. The class progresses from seated exercises to standing exercises at a bar to movements across the floor, all to live piano accompaniment. Spouses, caretakers, and friends are all encouraged to participate!
Grand Rapids Ballet Contact Attila Mosolygo at AttilaM@grballet.com
The Grand Rapids Ballet Main Office phone is: (616) 454-4771 ext. 17
Type: Dance
GRAND RAPIDS: POWER UP EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Class meets Every Monday during the school year from 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Address: Grand Valley State University Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences (CHS) 301 Michigan St, NE
City: Grand Rapids
Zip Code: 49503
Additional Information: There is an approval process: Contact Cathy at (616) 331-5974 and she will follow up with you with an evaluation/screening appointment as well as describing the level of activity. There is no charge and both men and women may participate. A doctor’s approval is required.
Type: Exercise
LIVINGSTON: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Contact 517-294-5598 for complete listing of class times
Address: 4176 E. Grand River Ave
City: Howell
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48843
Additional Information: Contact: Virginia Larioza or Ohana Karate
Phone: 517-294-5598
Email: livingstoncounty@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
HOWELL: EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm
Address: 242 Church, 7526 Grand River Ave
City: Brighton
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48114
Additional Information: Contact: Stuart Blatt, PT, PhD 810-923-8970
Type: Exercise
HOWELL: ADAPTIVE EXERCISE WITH DR. STUART BLATT
Schedule: Thursdays, 1:00 pm
Address: 1st Presbyterian Church 323 Grand River Ave
City: Howell
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48843
Type: Exercise
CLINTON TWP: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Wed: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Level 1&2 Tue: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Level 3&4 Thu: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Level 1&2
https://parkinsonsmi.org/images/WellnessClassSchedule091019.pdf
Address: 15500 19 Mile Road, Suite 330
City: Clinton Township
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48038
Additional Information:Phone: 586-412-0016 Fax: 586-412-0117
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/pwrmoves/
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Type: Exercise
WARREN: PD EXERCISE GROUP
Schedule: Thursday 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Address: St. John Macomb – Medical Center 12000 E. 12 Mile Road
City: Warren
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48093
Additional Information: Release/Permission from Physician required (586) 573-5123
Type:Exercise
MARQUETTE: MOVEMENT AND DANCE FOR THOSE WITH PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Tuesdays and Fridays 2:00 – 3:15 PM Saturdays 1:00- 2:15 PM
Address: Dance Zone 1113 Lincoln Avenue
City: Marquette
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49855
Additional Information:Free of charge
Lead Teacher: Marge Sklar
Sponsoring organizations: Dance Zone and Lake Superior Hospice
For more information or to register please contact Marge Sklar at (906) 236-1457 or via email by marge@dancezonemqt.org
Type: Dance
MARQUETTE: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Held on Mon, Wed & Friday 1:00 pm – 2:00pm
Address: Marquette YMCA 1420 Pine St.
City: Marquette
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49855
Additional Information: No fee Details available on site Contact Christina Bennett (906) 227-9622
Type:Exercise
PARKINSON BALANCE AND EXERCISE CLASS
Schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays at 10:00 am
Address: 2205 Jefferson Ave
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48640
Additional Information:
This program is offered free of charge
Greater Midland Community Center
Barstow Shipps Room
2205 Jefferson Ave
Midland, MI 48640
Tuesday and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
Instructor: Abbi Brady, PT, DPT
PWR! Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery, Moves Certified Therapist
Type: Exercise
MIDLAND: ROCK STEADY BOXING – MID MICHIGAN
Schedule: Mon – Thurs 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 5:30 pm
Address: 4612 James Savage Rd.
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48642
Additional Information: Contact: Stacey Hannah
Phone: (844) 829-2778
Email: midmichigan@rsbaffiliate.com
Type:Exercise
MIDLAND: MID MICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER
Schedule: Weekly classes
Address: Bay Medical Center Rehabilitation West Campus 4000 Wellness Dr
City: Midland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48670
Additional Information: $2.00 per session (989) 667-6767
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON AND SPRING LAKE: GENERATION CARE
Address: Generation Care 945 E Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Many programs geared for people with PD, including Pedaling for PD water exercise and more at several locations Call (231) 737-4374 There is a fee
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON: PARKINSON’S POOL CLASS
Schedule: Monday and Thursday from 11:00 am – 11:45 am
Address: Generation Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: $6.00 per class, can purchase a punch card- for a slightly discounted per class rate No monthly commitment required We have the capabilities to run this class at our Generation Care Grand Haven location but haven’t had enough interest
Type: Exercise
MUSKEGON: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Address: Generation Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Contact Generation Care, Muskegon (231) 737-4374
Type: Exercise
GRAND HAVEN: GO GROUP
Schedule: Runs on a 6 week basis every Friday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Address: Generations Care-Muskegon 945 E. Sherman Blvd
City: Muskegon
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49444
Additional Information: Exercise based class with educational, speech, and cognitive components Runs on a 6 week basis every Friday from 10:30 am – 11:30 am Ability to run class at Generation Care clinic as well $48.00 for 6 week class Need to call for availiability and when the next class is starting (231) 737-4373
Type: Exercise
FARMINGTON HILLS: BOXING AND EXERCISE FOR PD
Schedule: New sessions will begin the 1st of every month Monday and Friday: 2:00pm – 3:30pm Assessments needed before beginning this class
Address: The Hawk – Farmington Hills Community Center 29995 W. 12 Mile Rd
City: Farmington Hills
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48334
Additional Information:
Fees:
Resident: $60
Non-Resident: $68
Type: Exercise
AUBURN HILLS COMMUNITY CENTER: PARKINSON’S EXERCISE AND YOGA
Schedule: Level 3 and 4: Parkinson Exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Yoga on Wednesday: 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM Level 1 and 2: Parkinson Exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays and Yoga on Wednesday: 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
Address: 1827 N. Squirrel Rd
City: Auburn Hills
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48326
Additional Information: Please contact Deb Colling at (248) 315-3068 for an assessment and class placement
Session Fees:
Resident: $84 (4 week month) $105 (5 week month)
Non Resident: $108 (4 week month) $135 (5 week month)
Drop-ins available with approval $10
PWR! Moves Session begin the first week of each month Fridays 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Fees:Resident: $28 Non-Resident: $36 Drop-ins available $1
Type: Exercise
ROCHESTER: OLDER PERSON’S COMMISION (OPC)
Schedule: Dance For Parkinson’s on Mondays from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm Stretch and Strength for PD on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 am. Boxing for Parkinson’s on Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00 pm. PWR! Moves on Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 pm. Each session is 4 classes for $32 and is ongoing.
Address: 650 Letica Drive
City: Rochester
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48307
Additional Information: OPC Senior Center (248) 656-1403o pcseniorcenter.orgContact: Alli Woerner: takerootdance@gmail.com
Type: Exercisem Dance
OXFORD CHARTER TOWNSHIP: PWR MOVES, EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Address: 925 N Lapeer Rd, Suite 113
City: Oxford Charter Township
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48371
Additional Information: Located at The Giving Tree Collective
Instructors Angee Ludwa, MPT and Carol Schram, BS, CPTCost $18 per session or 8 classes for $115.00Cost includes initial assessment Bring your own Yoga mat. Classes begin November 2, 2021
Type: Exercise
ROCHESTER: DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S HOSTED BY TAKE ROOT
Schedule: Classes will be held on the following dates from 11am-12pm: November 13th December 11th January 8th February 12th March 5th April 9th May 14th
Address: Oakland University 371 Varner Drive Varner Hall Rm 132
City: Rochester
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48309
Additional Information: Contact Ali Woener takerootdance@gmail.com
Dance for Parkinson’s Disease classes will now be held in person free of charge at Oakland University, Varner Hall, 371 Varner Drive, Rochester, MI 48309-4485 in Studio 132.
Classes are free and will be taught by our Dance for PD faculty!
Participants will be required to complete the health survey linked below prior to taking class. https://www.takerootdance.com/danceforpd
Type: Dance
ROYAL OAK: BEAUMONT HEALTH AND WELLNESS CENTER-COOLIDGE
Schedule: Wednesdays 2-3pm Beaumont Health and Wellness Center-Coolidge 4949 Coolidge Hwy Location: Neuro Gym II First Class May 19, 2021 Cost per class is $14.00 For more information, call 248-655-5820
Address: Beaumont Health and Wellness Center 4949 Coolidge Hwy.
City: Royal Oak
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48073
Additional Information: Our classes are taught by physical and occupational therapists.
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Type: Exercise
OTTAWA: ALLENDALE SNAP FITNESS
Schedule: beginning November 18, 2022 at 9:00-10:00 am every Friday
Address: 6101 Lake Michigan Drive
City: Allendale
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49401
Additional Information: fee is $5 each time for individuals who are not Snap Fitness members
Type: Exercise
HOLLAND: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Address: Evergreen Commons 480 State St
City: Holland
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49423
Additional Information: kdraeger@evergreencommons.org (616) 355-5108
Type: Exercise
GRAND HAVEN: DANCING FOR PARKINSON’S/WEST MICHIGAN – LAKESHORE
Schedule: Wednesdays, 1:30 to 2:30 PM
Address: Spotlight Dance Academy 1445 Columbus Avenue
City: Grand Haven
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49417
Additional Information: Financial Support Provided, in part, by Parkinson’s Association of West Michigan
Head Teacher: Cathy Gamby
Assistant Head Teacher: MiMi Dunne
Accompanist: Karen Frederiksen
Coordinator and teacher: Janice White
Classes are free, however donations are welcome. Questions: DancingForParkinsons@gmail.com or call Jan at (616) 846-4097
Vist our Website at: http://danceforpd.org
Please join us! All PD levels, plus family member or caregiver welcome. Call to confirm class dates.
Type: Dance
GRAND HAVEN: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Classes run Tues, Thurs, & Friday 10:30 am – 11:15 am
Address: YMCA Tri-Cities 1 Y Dr.
City: Grand Haven
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 49417
Additional Information: Contact: Erica Phelps (616) 842-7051 ext. 224 Permission from physician required Classes run Tues, Thurs, & Friday 10:30 am – 11:15 am $10 pass for non-members, free to members
Type: Exercise
TOLEDO, OHIO: INTERNATIONAL BOXING CLUB (IBC)
Schedule: Schedule for Knock Out Parkinson’s Monday – 9am to 10am Tuesday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wednesday – 9am to 10am Thursday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Friday – 9am to 10am
Address: 5965 Telegraph Road
City: Toledo
State: Ohio
Zip Code: 43612
Additional Information: About Knock Out Parkinson’s: Parkinson’s (KOP) is a therapeutic boxing program for individuals of varying ages diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The coach is a Certified Rock Steady Boxing Trainer. The program is a result of a Capstone project developed by a recent University of Toledo Occupational Therapy Doctorate graduate, Rachel Lopez (Martinez). There is NO FEE for this program.
Schedule for Knock Out Parkinson’s Monday – 9am to 10am Tuesday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Wednesday – 9am to 10am Thursday – 4:30pm to 5:30pm Friday – 9am to 10am
Click on this link to see a GREAT video about the program: http://www.ibctoledo.org/knock-out-parkinsons.html
Type: Exercise
MISHAWAKA, IN: DELAY THE DISEASE
Schedule: Thursdays 2pm-3pm
Address: Sprenger Health Care Mishawaka 60257 Bodnar Boulevard
City: Mishawaka
State: Indiana
Zip Code: 46544
Additional Information: Free of Cost Contact: Brandi Snider, PTA, CKTP Director of Rehabilitation
Type: Exercise
SAGINAW: ROCK CITY STEADY BOXING
Schedule: M-Th 5am-10pm, Fri 5am-8pm, Sa 7am-5pm, Sun 9am-4pm
Address: Diversified Fitness Club – 195 Mayer Road
City: Frankenmuth
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48734
Additional Information: Contact: Trisha Kokowicz
Phone: 989-652-4067
Email: diversifiedfitness@rsbaffiliate.com
RSB Classes begin September 18!
RSB Class Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 1pm – 2:30pm
Type: Exercise
SAGINAW: TRI CITIES SUPPORT GROUP WEEKLY EXERCISE PROGRAM
Schedule: Thursdays at 9 am
Address: 4141 McCarty Road
City: Saginaw
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48603
Additional Information: Free of charge Contact Martin Mann (989) 577-9574
Type: Exercise
WASHTENAW: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Please contact 734-214-0220 for hours & class times
Address: Chelsea Wellness Center – 14800 E Old US Highway 12
City: Chelsea
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48118
Additional Information: Contact: Kari Goorhouse
Phone: 734-214-0220
Email: chelseawellness@rsbaffiliate.com
Type: Exercise
ANN ARBOR: PEDALING FOR PARKINSON’S
Schedule: Mon, Wed & Fri 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Address: Health Innovation Coordinator YMCA Ann Arbor 400 W Washington St
City: Ann Arbor
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48103
Additional Information: Release/Permission from Physician required
Contact Ann Brennan (734) 661-8044 abrennan@AnnArborYMCA.org
Free to members, $30/mo for non-members
Type: Exercise
ANN ARBOR: PARKINSON’S MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS
Schedule: Wednesdays, 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Address: Turner Senior Resource Center 2401 Plymouth Road
City: Ann Arbor
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48105
Additional Information: For more info and registration call: Rachel Dewees @ 734-998-9350
Type: Dance
DEARBORN: HENRY FORD HEALTH SYSTEM
Schedule: Wednesdays from 11 am to 12 pm and Fridays from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Address: 5500 Auto Club Drive, Ste 150
City: Dearborn
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48126
Additional Information: Cost: $25 per month (1 class a week x 4 weeks)
*Must be screened by physical therapist to attend
Please call 313-982-8266 or email kbourde1@hfhs.org Contact: Katie Bourdeau, PT, DPT
Type: Exercise
GROSSE POINTE PARK: ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11:00 am – 12:30pm
Address: 14920 Windmill Pointe Park
City: Grosse Pointe Park
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48230
Additional Information: Call Deb Colling at (248) 315-3068
Fees: $160 – 2 days per week
or
$220 – 3 days per week
Pro-rate available if starting during a session
Type: Exercise
LIVONIA: THE RECOVERY PROJECT – PWR! & ROCK STEADY BOXING
Schedule: Mon / Wed / Fri: 11 am -12:30 pm Level 1&2 Mon: 3 pm – 4 pm Level 3 Tue: 2 pm – 3 pm Level 4
Address: The Recovery Project – 20000 Victor Pkwy Ste 100
City: Livonia
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48152
Additional Information: Contact: Steve Styes 734-953-1745 recoveryproject@rsbaffiliate.com
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/pwrmoves/
http://therecoveryproject.net/programs/rock-steady-boxing/
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Type: Exercise
GROSSE POINTE: ROCK STEADY BOXING CLASS
Schedule: Tuesdays – 10:30am, Thurs – 10:30am, Sat – 12:00pm
Address: 20957 Mack Ave
City: Grosse Pointe Woods
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48236
Additional Information: Contact: Mac Gallagher @ 313-458-8802/ 917-85
Email: grossepointe@rsbaffiliate.com
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Type: Exercise
DETROIT: DANCE FOR PARKINSON’S DISEASE CLASS
Schedule: Every Monday from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.
Address: William Clay Ford Center for Athletic Medicine 6525 2nd Ave.
City: Detroit
State: Michigan
Zip Code: 48202
Additional Information: Taught by Brandon Koepsell of Take Root
First floor meeting room, just inside the main entrance
Cost: Free
Register: http://bit.ly/2nMtqUS
Contact Shawn Bennis 313-874-4520 Or email takerootdance@gmail.com for more info
Type: Exercisem Dance