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For Parkinson's, exercise is medicine. Research is finding that exercise can possibly slow down the progression of PD because it naturally produces dopamine!

Parkinson's-specific exercise options in NC
As these offerings are subject to change without our knowledge, instead of listing the times/dates and locations, we encourage you to reach out to the appropriate contacts listed.

Piedmont Area

Chapel Hill:
  • Yoga - Visit www.healingartyoga.com
  • Pickleball - See this flyer for details
  • Music Therapy for voice and cognition - Visit atlanticmusictherapy.com
  • Music Therapy for breath/respiratory support - Contact Alie Chandler at 919-428-3680

Cary:
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit cary.rsbaffiliate.com
  • Yoga/Pilates combination at "Evolve Movement" - Contact 919-828-4525
  • "Take Down Parkinson's" combining rhythm, shadow boxing, vocal and balance exercises - Visit
    takedownparkinsons.com

Charlotte:
  • Gentle Yoga - Contact 704-248-3722
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit charlotte.rsbaffiliate.com
  • RENEW Program - Requires a doctor's referral. Visit www.carolinashealthcare.org/medical-services/specialty-care/neurosciences/parkinsons-disease-movement-disorders
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org

Durham:
  • Pilates - Visit https://poewellnesssolutions.com/movement-initiative or call Meg at 919-998-8538
  • Dance - Visit https://poewellnesssolutions.com/movement-initiative or contact Susan & Lindsay at ncdanceforparkinsons@gmail.com
  • Duke Exercise for PD with Tai Chi - Contact 919-660-6810
  • Loud & Proud speech group - 2nd Mondays of the month 2-3pm at the Teer House (2019 N. Roxboro Road). Contact 919-684-3451 with questions.
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit durham.rsbaffiliate.com

Greensboro:
  • PWR! Moves - Call Amy or Denise at 336-271-2054
  • Parkinson's-specific Personal training - Visit www.act.fitness/about.html and contact Prince Deese
  • Parkinson's-specific Personal training - Visit www.progressfitnessgso.com
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org

Mooresville:
  • Parkinson's Exercise Program with PWR! Moves - Call Beth at 704-716-4093 for more information

Pinehurst:
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit firsthealth.rsbaffiliate.com for details
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit pinehurst.rsbaffiliate.com for details

Statesville:
  • PWR! Moves - Call 704-873-8568

Winston-Salem:
  • Improvisational Dance - Contact Christina Soriano at 336-758-4460
  • Pedaling for PD - Call 336-661-1093

Mountains Area

Asheville:
  • Knock Out Parkinson’s (boxing) - Contact Sean at sean@specializednc.com or 828-484-4200
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org

Black Mountain:
  • Parkinson’s Dance Class - Contact Casey Kristofferson-Littlejohn at 828-669-0930

Boone:
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org

Hendersonville:
  • Big & Loud Crowd - Contact Laura Connor at 828-698-6774 for more information
  • Ageless Grace Exercise at every support group meeting. Call 828-862-8820 for more information.

Coastal Area

Fayetteville:
  • The Big Life, exercise based on LSVT Big - Call Advanced Physical Therapy Solutions at 910-423-5550

Kill Devil Hills:
  • Dance - Call 252-209-7704
  • Yoga - Call 252-209-7704
  • Water balance - Call 252-209-7704

Oriental
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit pamlico.rsbaffiliate.com for details
  • Tandem Biking - Contact Jennifer Smart at smartcyclefit@gmail.com

Sunset Beach:
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org

Wilmington:
  • Exercise with a personal trainer - Call 910-233-2884
  • Rock Steady Boxing - Visit wilmington.rsbaffiliation.com for details
  • Alexander Technique - Visit www.thepoiseproject.org or contact Monika Gross at monika.gross@thepoiseproject.org


If there is no Parkinson's-specific exercise in your area, we encourage you to check out options at your local Senior Senior, YMCA and Silver Sneakers, or ask your Physical Therapist for recommendations.

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