We hope to have this page updated by early June 2021. Below is list of pre-pandemic exercise classes, with an emphasis on classes for those with PD. (We do not list classes if the instructor doesn't agree to share pricing info.) If you don't see anything listed near you, check with your local senior center for classes designed for seniors or those with disabilities.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, some in-person exercise classes have all gone virtual/online while others are on hiatus. In lieu of in-person classes, check out our lists of live online PD exercise classes and PD exercise videos.
San Francisco - Dance for Parkinson's
Contact: Cecelia Beam, San Francisco Ballet, 415-865-6583.
See our PD exercise class list for info on this live, virtual class.
Currently on hiatus; hoping to resume in fall 2021
San Francisco - Parkinson's Disease Exercise Classes
Contact: Jose Carlos Asencios, instructor, 415-240-5141
See our live online PD exercise class list for virtual class info.
In-person classes on hiatus; hoping to resume in fall 2021
San Francisco - PD-Connect Exercise Class
Contact: Jennifer Broder Allex, DPT, 628-777-5772.
See our live online PD exercise class list for virtual class info.
In-person classes on hiatus
San Francisco - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
HITFIT SF, 1150 Sutter St.
Contact: Kim (Woolley) Voronin, LCSW, CPT, 415-410-3339. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Classes offered outdoors and now indoors (as of May 2021)
- Levels 1 and 2: Mondays and Wednesdays, 1:15-2:45pm, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:15am-9:45am
- Levels 3 and 4: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30am-noon
- Mixed levels: Fridays 9:15-10:45:am, Sundays noon-1:30pm
- Advance assessment required, $100 fee. First class free
- $150/month unlimited, or $75/month for one class/week
- Scholarships available
Currently offering in-person classes; see notes for schedule
San Francisco - Stand Tall ™ and Balance Fit
Contact Janet O'Bryan, UCSF Phys Fit Health and Wellness, phone 415-514-4816
See our live online PD exercise class list for virtual class info.
In-person classes on hiatus
East Palo Alto - Strong for Life Class
Contact: Celina Meza, Stanford Aging Adult Services, 650-723-1303.
Currently on hiatus
Half Moon Bay - Coastside Parkinson's Exercise
Half Moon Bay Senior Center - 35% Room, 925 Main St.
Contact: Jetta van Hemert, PT, 650-863-2451, Dennis Paull , and Jeff Perls.
Notes:
- Led by Jetta van Hemert, PT
- $10 voluntary donation
- Drop-ins welcome
Tuesdays 11:15am-12:15pm
Menlo Park - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Rock Steady Boxing Bay Area Gym, 3455 Edison Way. Co-located with The Riekes Center
Contact: Sydney Fergason, Rock Steady Boxing Bay Area, coach, 650-319-5427. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Boxing-inspired fitness class for PD
- Charitable contribution-supported program
- Likely resuming June 2021
Tuesdays and Thursdays 10-11:15am
Menlo Park - Strong for Life Class
Contact: Celina Meza, Stanford Aging Adult Services, 650-723-1303. Classes were held at Little House and at the Menlo Park Senior Center.
Currently on hiatus
Mountain View - Better Posture in Motion for those with PD
Contact: Register with Dana Ben-Yehuda, 650-714-6403 (accepts texts).
Currently on hiatus
Mountain View - Parkinson's Exercise Program
Contact: Register with Lisa Schouten, YMCA, 650-429-1324. Advance registration required.
Currently on hiatus
Mountain View - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Contact: Freddy Silva, Rock Steady Boxing Silicon Valley, coach, 415-385-5668.
See our live online PD exercise class list for virtual class info.
In-person classes on hiatus; hoping to resume summer 2021
Mountain View - Strong for Life Class
Contact: Celina Meza, Stanford Aging Adult Services, 650-723-1303. Advance registration required and MD's approval.
Currently on hiatus
Palo Alto - Parkinson's Exercise Program
Palo Alto Family YMCA, 3412 Ross Rd.
Parking? Free in lot.
Contact: Register with Palo Alto Family YMCA, 650-856-9622.
Notes:
- Focus on flexibility, balance, and strength
- Led by certified fitness trainers
- Free to members; $15/class for non-members
Beginning: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 2:45-3:45pm
Intermediate: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 1:45-2:45pm
Palo Alto - Parkinson's Exercise Program
Rinconada Library, 1213 Newell Rd.
Parking? Free in lot.
Contact: Register with instructor. Information: Patrick Kelley, Palo Alto Family YMCA, 650-842-7152.
Notes:
- Focus on flexibility, balance, and strength
- Led by certified instructors from Palo Alto Family YMCA
- Free to the public
Fridays, 11:20am-12:20pm
Palo Alto - Strong for Life Class
Contact: Celina Meza, Stanford Aging Adult Services, 650-723-1303. Classes were held at Avenidas and Oshman Family Jewish Community Center.
Currently on hiatus
Portola Valley - Tai Chi for Parkinson's
Ladera Community Church, 3300 Alpine Rd.
Parking? Free in lot.
Contact: Kujiweza Healing Arts, 408-315-1179.
Notes:
- Program offers constraint-focused agility exercise
- Those with mobility aids are welcome
- Those who are at high risk of falling must bring an assistant to participate
- Walk-ins welcome
- $20/class
Saturdays, 10-11:30am
Redwood City - Adaptive Physical Education
Redwood City Armory, 939 Valota Rd.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Barbara McCarthy, 650-368-7732.
Notes:
- Classes offered Monday through Friday. See class schedule.
- Fees vary from $5 to $10/class
Classes offered Monday through Friday
Redwood City - Fitness for Parkinson's
Veterans Memorial Senior Center - Adaptive PE Room, 1455 Madison Ave.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Scott Lohmann, instructor, 650-823-1225.
Notes:
- Must be able to walk independently and be able to get up/down from floor
- Class taught by Scott Lohmann and Sang Pvongnak
- $10 per class
Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Redwood City - Parkinson's Exercise Class - Intermediate Level
Veterans Memorial Senior Center - Adaptive PE Room, 711 Nevada St.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Katie Parafinczuk, PT, DPT, instructor, 650-299-4717. First-timers must contact instructor in advance.
Notes:
- Seated, standing, and walking exercises
- Must be able to stand up from a chair and walk independently, with or without an assistive device.
- First-timers must contact instructor in advance
- $6 per class
Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Redwood City - PWR! Moves Exercise Class - Advanced Level
Veterans Memorial Senior Center - Redwood Room, 1455 Madison Ave.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Theresa Najjar, DPT, instructor, 408-724-8466. First-timers must contact instructor in advance
Notes:
- High level class of walking, balancing, and aerobic activity
- Must be able to walk independently for 45 minutes, get up/down from floor alone or using a chair
- Based on PWR! and LSVT BIG
- First-timers must contact instructor in advance
- $6 per class
Thursdays, 9-10am
Redwood City - Strong for Life Class
Contact: Celina Meza, Stanford Aging Adult Services, 650-723-1303.
Currently on hiatus
Redwood City - Yoga for Parkinson's - Intermediate
Veterans Memorial Senior Center - Game Room, 1455 Madison Ave.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Adaptive PE Program, 650-368-7732.
Notes:
- Floor and standing poses
- Class taught by Arlene McCarthy, DPT, certified yoga instructor
- $10/lcass
Tuesdays, 10-11am
Redwood City - Yoga for Parkinson's - Modifed
Veterans Memorial Senior Center - Gold Star Room, 1455 Madison Ave.
Parking? Free in lot or on street.
Contact: Adaptive PE Program, 650-368-7732.
Notes:
- Chair poses. Wheelchairs welcome.
- Class taught by Ruth West, LCSW, certified yoga instructor
- $6/class
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am
Santa Clara - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Rock Steady Boxing San Jose Gym, 2361 Calle Del Mundo, co-located with Relentless Boxing.
Contact: Freddy Silva, Rock Steady Boxing San Jose, coach, 415-385-5668. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact PD exercise program
- September 2017 news article
- Requires advance assessment, $75
- $150/month
Tuesdays thru Fridays, 10:30am-noon. Saturdays 11:30am-1pm.
Cupertino - Adapted Physical Education
Contact: De Anza Adapted PE Information and Enrollment, 408-864-8885.
Notes:
- Classes for those with a verified physical disability
- See calendar as schedule changes each quarter
See calendar as schedule changes each quarter
Cupertino - PWR!Moves
2bfitness, 22382 Homestead Rd.
Contact: Rupali Vyas, DPT , Congruence Physical Therapy and Wellness, 650-336-5394.
Notes:
- PD-specific exercises target rigidity, bradykinesia, balance, incoordination, and automaticity
- $160 for 2 classes/week for 8-week session. $100 for 1 class/week for 4-week session. Fee includes mandatory assessment every 6 months.
- Began September 2019
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2pm
San Jose - Adult Aquatic Exercise Classes
DACA Swim School, 1080 S. De Anza Blvd.
Contact: Information, 408-446-5600.
Notes:
- Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program focuses on joint range of motion, light cardio and light muscle building
- Low Impact Class adds more cardio and strength training (flotation weights)
- Must be comfortable in chest-deep water
- $78/month for classes 1-5 days each week
Call or email for schedule
San Jose - Adapted Golf Classes
Los Lagos Golf Course, 2995 Tuers Rd.
Information - Dominique Pacolba, therapeutic specialist, City of San Jose, 408-268-1567. Registration at any City of San Jose Community Center. Or register online (search for "Adapted Golf")
Notes:
- Instructor is golf pro Scot Hathaway
- Stroke analysis, chipping, pitching, putting and golf basics
- $88 for 8 sessions. $4 additional charge for non-San Jose residents.
Thursdays, 12-1:30pm
San Jose - Parkinson's Exercise Program
Contact: Kujiweza Healing Arts, 408-315-1179
See our live online PD exercise class list for virtual class info.
Currently on hiatus
San Jose - Parkies Punch Back
1239 Avis Dr.
Contact: Virginia deRaddo, 202-997-1200. Advance registration and advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact boxing, strength training, fine motor skills, balance work, and memory challenges
- 60-min class led by trainer Virginia deRaddo
- $20/class with 11th class free
- Class size limited to three
- $40 advance assessment required
Mondays 11am-noon, Tuesdays 11am-noon, Wednesdays 9:15-10:15am, Thursdays 10-11am, Fridays 11am-noon, Saturdays 10-11am
San Jose - Pool Fitness Classes
San Jose State University Timpany Center, 730 Empey Way.
Contact: Information, 408-283-9036.
Notes:
- Requires monthly registration
- Fee starts at $15/month for members or $35/month for non-members
5 classes available Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm, including Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
San Jose - San Jose Taiko Parkinon's Recreation Class
150 South Montgomery St.
Contact: Sydney Shiroyama, consulting OT, 408-293-9344. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 8-week sessions offered quarterly
- Taiko drumming techniques, which emphasize large-amplitude movements, full extensions, trunk rotation, and using a loud voice
- Led by performing members of San Jose Taiko
- Caregivers welcome
- $200 for 8-week session
- No experience necessary
- Class began April 2019
Thursdays, 10-11:30am
Berkeley - Be Well: Yoga for People with Parkinson's
Yoga Kula, 1700 Shattuck Ave., 2nd floor (elevator available).
Contact: Suzanne Drolet, RYT, instructor, 510-846-8814.
Notes:
- Maintain fluid motion, physical strength and flexibility
- Exercises and strategies to practice at home
- No previous yoga experience required
- $75 for 5-class pass, $140 for 10-class pass
- Drop-in fee $17
- Class began April 2019
Thursdays, 2-3:15pm
Berkeley - Chair Yoga
The Yoga Room, 2530 San Pablo Ave., Suite D
Contact: Petra Fibrichova, instructor, 510-520-4523.
Notes:
- For those with PD. If space, care partners may attend
- $15/class
Tuesdays, 12:45-1:45pm (new class time as of August 2018)
Berkeley - Dance for PD
Berkeley Ballet Theater, 2640 College Ave.
Contact: Susan Weber, Berkeley Ballet Theater, 925-457-8170. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Combines elements of modern dance, ballet, social dancing and improvisation
- Presented in association with Mark Morris Dance Group
- Open to all; no dance experience is necessary
- No charge. Donations accepted.
Mondays, noon-1:15pm. Thursdays, 2:45-4pm.
Berkeley - Mindful Movement - You, Yoga & Parkinson's
This Here Space - 1914 Oregon St.
Contact: Aileen Kim, 510-406-1320, and Pamela Perry, 510-658-3699.
Notes:
- Class location is NOT wheelchair-accessible
- Family members and caregivers welcome
- $10-15 suggested donation. No one turned away.
Fridays 11am-12:15pm (new class time as of August 2018)
Berkeley - Parkinson's & The Art of Moving Class
JCC East Bay - Berkeley Branch, 1414 Walnut St.
Contact: Debbie Sternbach, 510-653-8362.
Notes:
- Practice balance, coordination, stretching, loosening joints, breathing, walking, turning, and recovering from a fall
- Developed by John Argue
- $120/month or $15/class
- No charge for care partners
Mondays, 10:30am-12pm
Berkeley - Parkinson's Exercise
North Berkeley Senior Center, 1901 Hearst Ave.
Contact: Berkeley Adult School, 510-644-6130.
Notes:
- Movements based on Feldenkrais Method plus playful activities (such as seated improv to music, etc)
- Led by Jan Hetherington
- $35/semester
- No classes in summer
Thursdays, 10-11:30am
Berkeley - PWR!Moves
The Yoga Room, 2530 San Pablo Ave., Suite D
Contact: Petra Fibrichova, instructor, 510-520-4523
Notes:
- For those with PD who are able to safely stand on own, get up/down from a chair and from floor unassisted
- If space, care partners may attend
- Based on PWR!
- $15/class suggested fee. No one turned away.
Tuesdays, 11:15am-12:30pm
Berkeley - PWR! Stations and Gait/Agility Training
The Yoga Room, 2530 San Pablo Ave., Suite D
Contact: Petra Fibrichova, instructor, 510-520-4523
Notes:
- For those with PD who are able to safely stand on own, get up/down from a chair and from floor unassisted
- If space, care partners may attend
- Based on PWR!
- $15/class suggested fee. No one turned away.
Fridays, 1:30-2:45pm
Berkeley - Various Fitness Classes
Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program (BORP), 3075 Adeline St., Suite 155.
Contact: Staci Rohrs, BORP, 510-225-7098.
Notes:
- $8 or $11/class. $70 or $100 for 100-class pass. $300/year pass.
- Drop in welcome
Email or call for schedule
Berkeley - Yoga for PD
The Yoga Room, 2530 San Pablo Ave., Suite D,
Contact: PD Active, 510-220-8359 to be added to wait list. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Currently there's a wait list
- For those with PD
- No previous yoga experience required
- $10 suggested donation. No one turned away.
Wednesdays, 1-2:15pm
Brentwood - PD Dance
East County Performing Arts Center, 3901 Walnut Blvd, Suite B.
Contact: Erin Nunn, instructor, 510-459-3216.
Notes:
- Pedestrian movement put to music and dance
- For those living with PD
- Based on teachings of Debbie Sternbach
- $15/class or $48/month
- Care partners free
- Drop-ins welcome
Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30am
Brentwood - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Battle Fit, 161 Sand Creek Rd., Suite B.
Contact: Joseph Garcia, coach, 925-634-2691. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact PD exercise program
- Requires advance fall risk assessment, $25 (credited to first month)
- $98/month with minimum of 2 months (and unlimited gym use)
- Care partners free
- Drop-ins welcome
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 11am-noon
Concord - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
CrossFit OverWatch, 1990 Olivera Rd., Suite #D.
Contact: Jimmy Greninger, coach, 925-785-1272. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact PD exercise program
- Requires advance assessment; fee $50
- February 2017 TV news story
- Drop-in fee $30
- $99/month for 1 class/ week, $179 for 2 classes/week, $219 for unlimited gym time
Mondays through Fridays, 10:15-11:45am.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon-1:30pm. Saturdays 11am-12:30pm.
El Cerrito - Various Classes
Mind Body Dojo, 7512 Fairmount Ave.
Contact: Ernie Adams, GCFP, 510-619-9223. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- $14 or $16/class for drop-in
Tuesdays and Saturdays
Emeryville - Dance Moves Me! For Parkinson's
Bridgecourt Room, 3990 Harlan St.
Contact: Debbie Sternbach, 510-653-8362. Prefer pre-registration with Emeryville Senior Center, 510-596-3730
Notes:
- Incorporates PD movement programs such as PWR! Moves and Parkinson's Disease & The Art of Moving
- Drop-ins accepted
- Free with a $10-20/year membership to Emeryville Senior Center
Fridays, Noon-1:30pm
Hayward - Gentle Movement for Active Aging
Kaiser Permanente, Sleepy Hollow Medical Offices, 27303 Sleepy Hollow Ave.Room location given after registration.
Contact: Health Education, 510-784-4531 or 510-248-3455. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Level 2 Class 9:45-10:45am
- Level 1 (Beginning) Class 11am-Noon
- Led by Cynthia Eaton
- $37.50/month (3 classes)
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Wednesdays
Oakland - Water Works
Bellevue Club, 525 Bellevue Ave.
Contact: Kate Johnson, 510-891-0463.
Notes:
- Gentle aquatic and therapeutic fitness class
- Space limited
- $15 per class
Mondays and Fridays, 11am-noon
Oakland - Balance Class
Alta Bates Summit Physical, Sports and Hand Therapy Clinic, 5700 Telegraph Ave.
Contact: Physical, Sports and Hand Therapy Clinic, Information 510-204-1756.
Notes:
- Drop in -- no need to RSVP
- Learn or practice exercises to improve or maintain balance
- $80 for 10 sessions, or $10/class. 1st visit is free.
Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30pm
Oakland - Dance for PD
Danspace, 473 Hudson St.
Contact: PD Active, 510-479-6119 to register. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Combines elements of modern dance, ballet, social dancing and improvisation to create an enjoyable experience
- Presented in association with Mark Morris Dance Group
- Open to all; no dance experience is necessary
- Free
Thursdays, 10:30-11:45am
Oakland - Yoga for PD
You and the Mat, 3966 Piedmont Ave.
Contact: PD Active, 510-220-8369 to be added to wait list. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Currently there's a wait list
- Open to those with PD
- No previous yoga experience required
- $10 suggested donation. No one turned away.
Mondays, 2-3:15pm
Union City - Dance for Parkinson's
Mark Green Sports Center, 31224 Union City Blvd.
Contact: Robert Magbanua , Mark Green Sports Center, 510-675-5808
Notes:
- Based on Mark Morris Dance Group's Dance for PD
- Led by Carmen Granados and Jessica Vasquez
- 8-week session $53 for Union City residents, $63 non-residents
Fridays, 1:30-2:30pm
Union City - PWR! Moves
Mark Green Sports Center, 31224 Union City Blvd.
Contact: Robert Magbanua , Mark Green Sports Center, 510-675-5808
Notes:
- 8-week session $82 for Union City residents, $92 non-residents
Wednesdays, 11:15am-12:15pm
Union City - Rock Steady Boxing
Mark Green Sports Center, 31224 Union City Blvd.
Contact: Robert Magbanua , Mark Green Sports Center, 510-675-5808
Notes:
- 8-week session $110 for Union City residents, $120 non-residents
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30-2:45pm
Walnut Creek - Parkinson's Wellness Recovery
Grace Presbyterian Church - Oak Room, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd.
Contact: Petra Fibrichova, instructor, 510-520-4523.
Notes:
- Exercises to help handwriting, gait, walking, rigidity, balance, strength, coordination, and posture
- $20/class or $180 for 10-class pack
Mondays, 9:30-10:45am
Walnut Creek - Dance Moves Me! For Parkinson's
Congregation B'Nai Tikvah, 25 Hillcroft Way.
Contact: Debbie Sternbach, 510-653-8362.
Notes:
- Incorporates PD movement programs such as PWR! Moves and Parkinson's Disease & The Art of Moving
- $10/class. Care partners free.
Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm
Walnut Creek - Parkinson's Yoga/Movement
Grace Presbyterian Church - Oak Room, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd.
Contact: Jodi Barry, instructor, 415-328-4123.
Notes:
- Mindful movement to increase and support mobility, strength, flexiblity, balance, and cognitive function. Breath and centering practices to build stress resilience.
- $15/class
Thursdays, 9:30-10:45am
Calistoga - PWR!Moves
Calistoga Community Center, 1307 Washington St.
Contact: Julie Spencer, Rianda House, 707-963-8555.
Notes:
- Increase strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and posture
- Led by Joan Comendant, certified PWR!Moves and senior exercise instructor
- No charge
- May 2017 newspaper article
Fridays, 1-2pm
Corte Madera - High-Intensity Parkinson's Exercise
Five Points Fitness, 5651 Paradise Dr.
Contact: Lisa Oei, DPT, instructor, 415-604-2477. First-timers must contact instructor in advance.
Notes:
- For high-functioning PWP who do not need assistive device
- Based on Delay the Disease and PWR!
- February 2017 news article
- $10-$15 suggested donation
- Drop-ins welcome
Wednesdays, 1:30-2:45pm
Corte Madera - Yoga for Parkinson's
Yoga Center of Marin, 518 Tamalpais Dr.
Contact: Yoga Center of Marin, 415-927-1850, or Stephanie Lawrence, instructor, 707-486-3232. First-timers must contact instructor in advance for assessment.
Notes:
- Class restricted to those with PD. No spouses or caregivers.
- Led by Stephanie Lawrence
- $20/class or $88/month
Wednesdays, 12:30-2pm
Fairfax - Yoga Trophic for Parkinson's
Black Sheep Jiu Jitsu, 765 Center Blvd.
Contact: Trina Mann, DPT, RYT, 415-454-4970. Advance registration is required.
Notes:
- Yoga blended with techniques from Parkinson Wellness Recovery
- For those with PD and their partners
- Class size limited
- Led by Trina Mann, DPT, RYT
- Donations requested
- Begins January 10, 2020
Every Friday, 1-2pm
Healdsburg - Exercise for People with Parkinson's
Parkpoint Health Club, 195 Foss Creek Circle.
Contact: Jan Blalock, Parkpoint Health Club, 707-385-2500, ext. 323. Health history form and waiver are required.
Notes:
- Five-week class series
- Build muscle strength and joint mobility, and improve gait and balance
- Led by Lilli Inman, ParkinsonWISE-certified trainer
- Mail or email both health history form and waiver 3 days before series begins
- Class size limited to 8 people
- $50 for 2 classes/week for 5 weeks
Mondays and Wednesdays, 2- 2:45pm
Larkspur - High-Intensity Parkinson's Exercise
Mt. Tam Racquet Club, One Larkspur Plaza Dr.
Contact: Lisa Oei, DPT, instructor, 415-604-2477. First-timers must contact instructor in advance.
Notes:
- For high-functioning PWP who do not need assistive device
- Based on Delay the Disease and PWR!
- February 2017 news article
- $10-$15 suggested donation
- Drop-ins welcome
Mondays and Fridays, 1:30-2:45pm
Mill Valley - Art of Moving for Parkinson's Disease
Mill Valley Recreation Center - Terrace Lounge, 180 Camino Alto
Contact: Registration: Mill Valley Recreation Center, 415-383-1370. Advance registration required. Information: Lynda Sheridan, instructor, Mill Valley Recreation Center, 415-717-2229.
Notes:
- Emphasizes mindful movement to increase flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination
- Developed by John Argue
- Online registration
- $152 for 8-week class
Fridays, 10-11:30am
Mill Valley - High-Intensity Parkinson's Exercise
Strawberry Recreation Center, 118 E. Strawberry Dr.
Contact: Lisa Oei, DPT, instructor. First-timers must contact instructor in advance.
Notes:
- For high-functioning PWP who do not need assistive device
- Based on Delay the Disease and PWR!
- Led by Lisa Oei, DPT
- February 2017 news article
- Suggested donation $10-15, drop-in
Mondays, 1:30-2:45pm
Napa - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Synergy Health Club, (St. Joseph Health), 3421 Villa Ln.
Contact: Armando Gutierrez, 707-257-4143. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Intermediate/Advanced (Level 1/2): Mondays, 4:30-6pm; Tuesdays, 9:30-11am; Thursdays, 4-5:30pm; Fridays, 9-10:30am
- Beginner/Intermediate (Level 3/4): Mondays, 2:30-4pm; Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm; Fridays, noon-1:30pm
- Non-contact boxing
- Advance assessment required ($50, includes gloves, etc.)
- Members: $120 for 8-class package; non-members: $200 for 8-class package
Intermediate/Advanced (Level 1/2): Mondays, 4:30-6pm; Tuesdays, 9:30-11am; Thursdays, 4-5:30pm; Fridays, 9-10:30am
Beginner/Intermediate (Level 3/4): Mondays, 2:30-4pm; Wednesdays, 1-2:30pm; Fridays, noon-1:30pm
Novato - Balance, Posture, and Movement Efficiency
Five Points Fitness, 487 Entrada Dr.
Contact: Pamela Manwaring, Rock Steady Boxing Marin, 415-264-8299.
Notes:
- Based on PWR!
- $165 for 10 classes
Wednesdays, 1-2pm
Novato - Parkinson's Exercise
Rolling Hills Club, 351 San Andreas Dr.
Contact: Lisa Oei, DPT, instructor, 415-604-2477.
Notes:
- Voluntary donations welcome
- Drop-ins welcome
Thursdays, 2:15-3:15pm
Novato - Yoga for PD
Five Points Fitness, 487 Entrada Dr.
Contact: Pamela Manwaring, Rock Steady Boxing Marin, 415-264-8299.
Notes:
- $165 for 10 classes
Wednesdays, 11am-noon
Petaluma - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Martial Arts Petaluma, 822 Petaluma Blvd. N.
Contact: Scott Sinan, Martial Arts Petaluma, 707-769-4745. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact boxing
- Requires advance assessment (no fee)
- Led by Scott Sinan and Ryan Markey
- $99/month or $15/class
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 10:30am-noon
Petaluma - Therapeutic Movement & Song for Parkinson's
Petaluma Senior Center - in classroom, Lucchesi Park, 211 Novak Dr.
Contact: Petaluma Senior Center, 707-778-4399.
Notes:
- Seated or standing
- Drop in -- no need to RSVP
- Led by Diana Scranton
- $5/class
1st and 3rd Fridays, 1-3pm
San Anselmo - Mindfulness Practices & Parkinson's
Stapleton School for the Performaning Arts, 70 Greenfield Ave.
Contact: Pamela Manwaring, Rock Steady Boxing Marin, 415-264-8299. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Seated and standing exercise using a ballet barre
- $100 advance assessment required (pays for 4 classes)
- $175 for 10 class
Level 4: Mondays, 1:45-2:45pm, and Thursdays 11am-noon
San Rafael - Parkinson's Dance Project
Marin Dance Theatre - St. Vincent's Auditorium, One St. Vincent Dr.
Contact: Torri Campbell, 415-819-2066.
Notes:
- Drop-in class
- Appropriate for anyone with PD, regardless how advanced
- No experience needed
- Co-taught by two former professional dancers
- Voluntary donations welcome
Tuesdays, 1-2:30pm
San Rafael - Rock Steady Boxing
Lavin MMA, 3815c Redwood Highway.
Contact: Pamela Manwaring , Rock Steady Boxing Marin, 415-264-8299. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Levels 1 and 2: Mondays and Thursdays, 1-2:15pm
- Levels 2 and 3: Mondays and Thursdays, 10:30-11:45am
- Levels 1, 2, and 3: Tuesdays 10:30-11:45am and Saturdays, 1-2:15pm
- $100 advance assessment required (pays for 4 classes)
- $175 for 10 classes
See notes for schedule details
Santa Rosa - ATA Senior Strong Martial Arts
ATA Martial Arts, 1416 Sonoma Ave.
Contact: Debbie Segal, 707-568-4321.
Notes:
- Designed to improve balance, flexibility, strength, endurance, and confidence
- $80/mo for 2 classes/week
Mondays, 10-11am and Thursdays, 2-3pm
Santa Rosa - Dance for Parkinson's
Odd Fellows Hall, 545 Pacific Ave. at Mendocino.
Contact: Nancy Wilson, Parkinson's Support Group of Sonoma County, 707-942-4234.
Notes:
- Creative movement class modeled on Dance for PD program by Mark Morris Dance Group
- Refreshments after
- $10 suggested donation
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 1:30-2:30pm
Santa Rosa - Exercise for People with Parkinson's
Parkpoint Health Club, 1200 North Dutton Ave.
Contact: Krista Williams, Parkpoint Health Club, 707-578-1640, ext 138. Health history form and waiver are required.
Notes:
- Five-week class series
- Build muscle strength and joint mobility, and improve gait and balance
- Led by ParkinsonWISE-certified trainer
- Mail or email both health history form and waiver 3 days before series begins
- Class size limited to 8 people
- $50 for 2 classes/week for 5 weeks
Tuesdays 2:45-3:30pm and Thursdays 10-10:45am
Santa Rosa - PD Exercise
Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital - Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic, 1165 Montgomery Dr.
Contact: Mandy Donson, 707-525-5388. Physician's prescription is required.
Notes:
- Need physician's prescription
- Space limited
- Caregiver attendance encouraged
- No cost
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 12-1pm (once per week)
Santa Rosa - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
CKS Martial Arts, 350 East St.
Contact: Greg Hessig or Hector Solis, 707-486-1379. Advance assessment required.
Notes:
- Non-contact boxing
- Requires advance assessment (no fee)
- $75/month
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4:45-5:30pm, Saturdays 9-9:45am
Santa Rosa - Yoga for PD
Yoga Center of Santa Rosa, 420 Mendocino Ave. (entrance on Riley St.).
Contact: Pam Field, instructor, 707-538-2555.
Notes:
- Drop-in class
- $15/class drop-in or $78 for 6 weeks
Mondays, 11am-noon
Sebastopol - Balance Class
Sebastopol Senior Center, 167 N. High St.
Contact: Emily Webster, Sebastopol Senior Center, 707-829-2440, or Julie Smith, PT, instructor, 707-829-1250.
Notes:
- Improve standing and walking balance by developing strength, flexibility, and spontaneous coordination
- Seated or standing
- Uses Feldenkrias Method
- 8-week class
- $8/class
Wednesday, 3-4pm
St. Helena - PWR!Moves
Rianda House, 1475 Main St.
Contact: Julie Spencer, Rianda House, 707-963-8555.
Notes:
- Increase strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and posture
- Led by Joan Comendant, certified PWR!Moves and senior exercise instructor
- Free
- May 2017 newspaper article
Wednesdays, 1:10-2:15pm
Monterey - Adaptive Physical Education
Monterey Peninsula College
Contact: Instructor Mark Clements, 831-645-1349.
Notes:
- Classes for those with verified physical disability
Usually two classes are offered each semester
Monterey - Movement Disorder Class
Pilates Monterey, 533 Hartnell St.
Contact: Peninsula Pilates Project, 831-521-4288 to join wait list (typically one month). Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 4-week sessions
- Class size limited
- $100/month donation is requested. Scholarships available.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 1-1:45pm
Santa Cruz - Aquatic Exercise for Parkinson's Disease
Dominican Hospital Rehabilitation Campus, 610 Frederick St.
Contact: Domincan Hospital, 831-457-7099. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 8-week or 9-week sessions
- Includes strength training, aerobics, balance, and stretching
- 88 degree pool
- Led by physical therapists
- $65 for 8-week or 9-week session
- See class schedule
Wednesdays, 11-11:50am
Santa Cruz - Beginning Taiko for PwP
Trinity Presbyterian Church - Fellowship Hall (entrance on Pacheco), 420 Melrose Ave.
Contact: Julie Lorraine, 831-688-0888 or cell 831-239-5286. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Led by NextStage Productions and Watsonville Taiko Group
- Begins February 5, 2020 for 8-week session. Recital April 1, 2020.
- Free. Donations to NextStage Productions welcome
Wednesdays, 10-11am
Santa Cruz - Dance for PD
Motion Pacific, 131 Front St., Suite E.
Contact: Motion Pacific, 831-457-1616. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Appropriate for anyone with PD. No dance experience needed.
- Led by professional dancers, with live musical accompaniment
- Based on Mark Morris Dance Group's Dance for PD
- Class size limited
- Free
Wednesdays, 1-2:15pm, except the first Wednesday
Santa Cruz - Exercise for People Living with PD - Introductory Class
Dominican Hospital Rehabilitation Campus, 610 Frederick St.
Contact: Registration, 831-457-7099. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 3-month introductory class includes education, stretching, aerobic exercise, strength training, balance, and functional mobility
- Based on LSVT-BIG
- Taught by personal trainers
- Class size limited
- $80 for 3-month class series
Wednesdays, 11-11:50am
Santa Cruz - Exercise for People Living with PD - Intermediate Class
Dominican Hospital Rehabilitation Campus, 610 Frederick St.
Contact: Registration, 831-457-7099. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 3-month intermediate class includes education, stretching, aerobic exercise, strength training, balance, and functional mobility
- Introductory class is pre-requisite
- Taught by personal trainers
- Class size limited
- $80 for 3-month class series (once per week)
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 1-1:50pm
Santa Cruz - Exercise for People Living with PD - Advanced Class
Dominican Hospital Rehabilitation Campus, 610 Frederick St.
Contact: Registration, 831-457-7099. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- 3-month intermediate class includes education, stretching, aerobic exercise, strength training, balance, and functional mobility
- Taught by personal trainers
- Class size limited
- $80 for 3-month class series (once per week)
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 10-10:50am
Santa Cruz - Parkins~Ball
Seabright Beach, end of 3rd Ave.
Contact: RSVP to instructor Liz Fowler. Advance registration preferred.
Notes:
- Beach volleyball
- Began early September 2019
- $10/class
Mondays, 10-11am
Santa Cruz - Taiko for PD
Trinity Presbyterian Church - Fellowship Hall, 420 Melrose Ave.
Contact: Julie Lorraine , 831-688-0888.
Notes:
- Continuing Taiko (not open for new students): Mondays 11:15am-12:15pm
- Beginning class started September 2019
- Practice drums provided
- No fee. $5 for drumming sticks.
Beginning Taiko: Mondays, 10-11am, 8 week session
Scotts Valley - Rock Steady Boxing
Santa Cruz Boxing, 208 Mt. Hermon Rd.
Contact: Brian Dunniway, Santa Cruz Boxing, 831-438-2697.
Notes:
- Assessment after initial free class costs $60 (includes equipment purchase)
- Began January 2019
- $150/month or $25/class
Mondays and Wednesdays, 11:30am-12:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:30am-1pm
Carmichael - PWR! Moves
Mission Oaks Community Center, 4701 Gibbons Dr.
Contact: Paul McCarthy, CPT, instructor, 916-972-0336. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Exercises to counteract small movements and rigidity
- Exercises are seated, standing, and on all fours
- Drop-ins welcome, if space available
- Class size limited
- $60/month. First two sessions free.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2pm
Davis - Dance for Parkinson's
Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, 2720 Del Rio Place.
Contact: Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, 530-756-3949. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Appropriate for anyone with PD. No dance experience needed.
- Led by experienced dance instructors with training from Mark Morris Dance Group's Dance for PD
- Class size limited
- Free
Tuesdays, 2-3:15pm
Davis - Parkinson's Tandem Bicycling Program
FIT House, 302 G Street.
Contact: Bike reservations: FIT House, 530-757-9295. Information: Madeleine Kenefick, Davis resident. Reserve bike in advance.
Notes:
- Pairs people with PD (riding at rear) with tandem cyclists (riding in front)
- Based on Clinic tandem study Cleveland
- Ride with a partner or friend, or volunteer captain can be arranged with advance notice
- Ongoing program. Start anytime. Goal: 3 times/ week, 8 weeks. Reserve bike in advance.
- Free. FIT House membership not required.
One hour, any day
El Dorado Hills - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Urban Sprawl Fitness, 1117 Windfield Way.
Contact: Kevin Quinn, WarriorFit Rock Steady Boxing, 916-628-9478.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 11am-12:30pm
Elk Grove - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
APS Transformation Center, 10471 Grant Line Rd.
Contact: Kevin Quinn, WarriorFit Rock Steady Boxing, 916-628-9478.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm
Fresno - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Cen-Cal Fitness, 7084 N. Cedar Ave.
Contact: John Bowers, Fresno Rock Steady Boxing, 559-392-8842. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Non-contact boxing
- No experience required
- April 2016 TV news story
- $85 for 9 classes
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2pm
Jackson - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Mueller's Elite Athletic Training Academy, 12180 Industry Blvd, Suite 51.
Contact: Marian Fitzpatrick, Jackson Rock Steady Boxing, 530-622-9410.
Levels 1/2 (high mobility, low fall risk): Tuesday and Thursdays,1-2:30pm
Merced - Dance for Parkinson's
Merced Academy of Dance - Studio 2, 645 West Main St., 3rd Floor.
Contact: Merced Academy of Dance, 209-388-1888.
Notes:
- No dance experience needed
- Drop-in
- $10/class for people with PD. Free for care partners.
Tuesdays, 2:30-3:30pm
Modesto - Power over Parkinson's PWR! Moves
POP Fitness, 937 Coffee Rd., Suite 600.
Contact: Lori Dodd, PT, POP Fitness, 209-606-6410.
Notes:
- Advance registration required
- $99/month for 2 classes/week, $140/month for 3 classes/week, $170/month for 4 classes/week, or $150 for 10 classes
- May 2017 newspaper article
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Noon-1pm and 1:30-2:30pm
Modesto - Power over Parkinson's Rock Steady Boxing
POP Fitness, 937 Coffee Rd., Suite 600.
Contact: Lori Dodd, PT, POP Fitness, 209-606-6410.
Notes:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Noon-1:30pm and 3:30-5pm
Modesto - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts, 518 Kiernan Ave.
Contact: Jackie Mendoza, Modesto Rock Steady Boxing, 209-544-1615. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Non-contact boxing
- No experience required
- $85/month for 2 days/week or $100/month for 3 days/week
- October 2017 newspaper article
- October 2017 TV news story
Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30am-noon. Fridays, 9-10:30am
Placerville - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Foothill Taekwondo, 1319 Broadway.
Contact: Marian Fitzpatrick, Placerville Rock Steady Boxing, 530-622-9410.
Notes:
- Began December 2019
Call or email for schedule
Rancho Cordova - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Anytime Fitness, 3161 Zinfandel Dr., Suite 6.
Contact: Kevin Quinn, WarriorFit Rock Steady Boxing, 916-628-9478.
Notes:
- Mondays and Wednesdays, 9-10:30am
- Mondays thru Fridays, 11am-12:30pm
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:15-6:45pm
See notes for schedule
Ridgecrest - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, 1801 N. China Lake Blvd.
Contact: Tera Moorehead, Ridgecrest Rock Steady Boxing, 760-499-3825. Advance assessment required.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Rocklin - Yoga for Parkinson's
Rocklin location - call for address.
Contact: Marsha Kilian, RYT, instructor, 916-295-4047. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- $25/class
Thursdays, 1-2pm
Roseville - Parkinson Wise Exercise
Roseville Health and Wellness Center, 1650 Lead Hill Blvd.
Contact:Lisa Schetter, instructor, Roseville Health and Wellness Center, 916-677-1200. Advance registration required. And advance evaluation required.
Notes:
- Focuses on aerobic exercise, trunk rotation, balance and preparatory adjustment, and strength conditioning
- Advance one-on-one evaluation ($68) required
- $20/class for drop-in, $100 for 6-class card
Mondays 1-2pm, Tuesdays 11am-noon, Wednesdays 1-2pm, and Thursdays 11am-noon
Roseville - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
No Excuses Training, 309 Lincoln St.
Contact: Christine Epperson, Roseville Rock Steady Boxing, 916-899-1489. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Mondays to Fridays, two or three classes per day - See schedule
- Non-contact boxing
- No experience required
- Led by certified fitness trainer
- April 2016 TV news story
- $25/class
Mondays to Fridays, two or three classes per day - See schedule in notes
Sacramento - Dance for Parkinson's
Eskaton Monroe Lodge, 3225 Freeport Blvd.
Contact: Pamela Trokanski Dance Workshop, 530-756-3949. Advance registration required.
Notes:
- Appropriate for anyone with PD. No dance experience needed.
- Led by experienced dance instructors with training from Mark Morris Dance Group's Dance for PD
- Class size limited
- Free
Wednesdays, 1-2:15pm and 2:45-4pm
Sacramento - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
1219 S St.
Contact: Lori Diaz, 916-752-8320. Advance assessment required.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:30am-noon. Saturdays, 10:30am-noon and 1-2:30pm
Sacramento - Rock Steady Boxing for PD
Capital Strength & Performance, 1809 23rd St.
Contact: Melissa Tafoya, Sacramento Rock Steady Boxing, 916-205-0077. Advance registration and assessment required.
Notes:
- All levels: Sundays, 2-3:30pm
- Assessment required (free)
- Non-contact boxing
- No experience required
- $100/month
- No drop-ins
Beginner/Intermediate: Wednesdays and Fridays, 2-3:30pm
Intermediate/Advanced: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11:30am
Sacramento - Therapy Dance for Parkinson's
Arden Christian Church, 4300 Las Cruces Way
Contact: Jim Morris, Sacramento/Arden Arcade Parkinson's Support Group Leader, 916-359-4859.
Notes:
- Appropriate for anyone with PD, with or without a partner. No dance experience needed.
- Drop-ins welcome
- Led by experienced dance instructor with training from Mark Morris Dance Group's Dance for PD
- Free. $5-10 donation requested.
Every other Monday, 1-2pm. Call for dates.
Sacramento - Various exercise classes
Ethel Macleod Hart Senior Center, 915 27th St.
Contact: Ethel Macleod Hart Senior Center, 916-808-5462. Simple form must be completed in advance.
Notes:
- Classes include Chair Yoga, Strengh and Balance, Tai Chi
- Cost varies: $23 to $30 for 5 classes
Monday to Friday
Sacramento - Various yoga classes
Sacramento Yoga Center, 2791 24th St., Room 6
Contact: Sacramento Yoga Center, 916-808-5462. Simple form must be completed in advance.
Notes:
- Classes include Gentle Yoga, Gentle Vinyasa, and Healthy Aging
- $10 or $15/class if drop-in
Monday to Friday
Stockton - Delay the Disease
O'Connor Woods - Wellness Connection, 3400 Wagner Heights Rd.
Contact: O'Connor Woods Wellness Connection, 209-956-3470.
Notes:
- Open to those age 60 or older
- $50/month. (Free for residents)
Mondays and Fridays, 11am-noon
Tracy - Dance for Parkinson's
City of Tracy Community Center, 950 East St.
Contact: Lolly Hansen Senior Center, 209-831-6240. Advance registration and assessment required.
Notes:
- Focus is on balance, coordination, and strength
- Appropriate for anyone with PD, no matter how advanced
- No dance experience needed
- Fees vary by month
- Led by Rose Lape, dance wellness educators
Wednesdays, 2-3pm
Woodland - Rock Steady Boxing for Parkinson's
Woodland Community & Senior Center, 2001 E. Street
Contact: Woodland Senior Center, 530-661-2001. Advance intake appointment required plus physician's waiver.
Notes:
- Registration packet
- $5/month or $6/month non-residents
- Coach Steve Bonnel
- Began February 2020
Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-10am
Do you have a class listed on this webpage and need to update the info? Or do you have a class that you would like to have listed here? Please contact Robin Riddle, Stanford Parkinson's Community Outreach, 650-724-6090.
Last updated in February 2020.
