Stanford-run PD Exercise Classes

This chair ­­­yoga class is designed to safely provide caregivers and patients with a set of moderate, stretching, strengthening, and balance exercises. This yoga sequence proceeds with gentle breathing, attitude bolstering, warmups, and standing balances (with chair support). For deepening relaxation, it uses a mindfulness bell to promote one-pointed focus.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Chair Yoga
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To better prepare you for this online offering, the following items are recommended:

• A sturdy upright chair, such as a dining table chair.
  • Preferable one that doesn't swivel or have wheels
  • Your feet should touch the ground
• Folded blanket or thin pad on the seat for comfort.

> Download Chair Yoga flyer

Our classes are based on the innovative Dance for PD program designed by the Mark Morris Dance Group and the Brooklyn Parkinson Group. Using this method, professional dancers draw on their unique expertise to help people with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers engage sight, sound, touch, thought, and imagination to inspire movement and expression. Dancing in chairs, at a barre, or standing, experienced teaching artists lead participants in an enjoyable blend of modern dance, ballet, and social dancing. While strengthening, balancing, and moving in rhythm to live music, people with PD also experience the power of dance and music to sharpen attention, inspire, and empower.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Dance for Parkinson's
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Dance at Home

Watch the Stanford Medicine video of Dance for Parkinson's.

> Download Dance for Parkinson's flyer

Healing Yoga will incorporate the mindful practices of yoga, breath work and meditation to build physical, mental and emotional strength and stamina. In the process, the class will help increase mental and physical flexibility, loosen tight and painful muscles, and create an opportunity to relax. The class is appropriate for all levels and will utilize both chair and standing postures.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Healing Yoga
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> Download Healing Yoga flyer

This exercise program is designed specifically to target PD symptoms. Exercise moves performed in this class are the building blocks for everyday movement and are performed with large amplitude, high effort, and attention to action in multiple postures. There are two class options depending on the participants’ physical strength and mobility.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Parkinson's Exercise Class (Tuesday Classes)
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> Register for Parkinson's Exercise Class (Thursday Classes)
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> Download Parkinson's Exercise Class flyer

Hosted by
Stanford Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center

In this class, people of all ages and stages can engage in exercises that work on mindful breathing, movement, posture, coordination, and energetic flow, weaving in meditative and mindful awareness to enhance vitality. We will also include evidence-based practices to help those with neurorehabilitative needs.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Qi Gong for Vitality
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> Download Qi Gong for Vitality flyer

> Learn more about the Stanford Alzheimer's Disease Research Center

Sit & Be Fit is a full-body workout including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and stretching all while sitting in your chair. All you need for this class is a sturdy chair, drinking water, and be prepared to have fun!

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Sit & Be Fit
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> Download Sit & Be Fit flyer

This Tai Chi class will help build balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength and can be performed by anyone regardless of age or physical condition. Tai Chi strengthens the body, quiets and calms the mind and emotions, and improves overall health and well-being.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Tai Chi 太極 – 網上課程 -
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這門網上太極課程可幫您增强平衡感、協調性、柔韌性和力量。任何人，不論年齡或身體條件，均可嘗 試。太極可強建體魄，放鬆平復心靈和情緒，改善整體身體健康和狀態。

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如有任何疑問，請致電或發送電子郵件：
Email: SupportiveCarePrograms@stanfordhealthcare.org
Phone: 650-725-9456/699-233-2807

> Download Tai Chi - English flyer

> 網上太極課程 - 傳統中文傳單

> 网上太极课程 - 简体中文传单

This online Tai Chi class will help you build balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength and can be performed by anyone regardless of age or physical condition. Tai Chi strengthens the body, quiets and calms the mind and emotions, and improves overall health and well-being.

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Tai Chi (Tuesday Classes)
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> Register for Tai Chi (Thursday Classes)
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> Download Tai Chi Online flyer

Supported by the American Parkinson Disease Association, this class teaches Argentine Tango as an exercise for improving movement and balance for adults with Parkinson’s. Through musicality and movement of Tango patterns, you are taught to become more aware of your center of balance and body movement while having the enjoyment of dancing.

Students must able to walk onto the dance floor to join the class. No previous experience in Tango or any other form of dance is necessary. The class is open for anyone from a beginner through experienced dancer along with their partners (bringing a partner is preferred but not necessary).

Registration is required.  Click on the registration link below or call us.

> Register for Tango for PD
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> Download Tango for PD flyer

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