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

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

Boone:
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
Sunset Beach:
Wilmington:

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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