Give for Good Louisville
Celebrate by giving to your community during the Give for Good Louisville Day. This event is hosted by the Community Foundation of Louisville. It is one of the larges days for online giving in Kentucky!
Who We Are
Our mission is to support the fight against Parkinson’s Disease by improving quality of life through exercise, education and awareness.
How
We have been running Parkinson’s specific classes and programs for over a decade.
Such As
Rock Steady Boxing, Fight Back with Fitness, various support groups, group outings and educational seminars & symposiums.
Who We Are
Our mission is to support the fight against Parkinson’s Disease by improving quality of life through exercise, education and awareness.
How
We have been leading Parkinson’s specific classes and programs for over a decade.
Such As
Rock Steady Boxing, Fight Back with Fitness, various support groups, group outings and educational seminars & symposiums.
Our Promises to You
1
All of our programs & classes are entirely free of cost to the Parkinson’s and Neuro Community.
2
Our approach for every program will always be centered around our community and its needs. Our goals are your goals.
3
Each individuals safety is our top priority. Whether it’s in an exercise class or at home, we work to provide you the skills, knowledge and strength to keep you at your best anywhere you may be.
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative movement disorder that can cause deterioration of motor skills, balance, speech, and sensory function. It is estimated there are more than 1 million people in the United States diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, and more than 60,000 people are diagnosed each year.
Parkinson's Statistics
Parkinson’s is the fastest-growing neurological disease.
Approximately 60,000 are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease yearly. More than 10 million worldwide.
Studies have proven that physical exercise is the only proven way to slow the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms.
Parkinson’s is the fastest-growing neurological disease.
Approximately 60,000 are diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease yearly. More than 10 million worldwide.
Studies have proven that physical exercise is the only proven way to slow the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms.
Parkinson's Symptoms
Motor Symptoms
- Involuntary trembling/tremor
- Slowness of movement (bradykinesia) and difficulty initiating movement
- Postural and gait changes
- Erratic muscle movements (dyskinesia)
Non-Motor Symptoms
- Physical symptoms, such as vision problems and digestive disorders
- “Parkinson’s Pain,” including neuropathy
- Restless leg syndrome
- Cognitive changes, including Parkinson’s dementia
- Psychiatric issues, such as hallucinations or delusions
- Emotional symptoms, including depression, anxiety
Neuro Yoga!
Classes are from 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM starting August 3rd.
Click here to learn more
Meditation on Wednesdays!
Instructor: Patrick Kullman
Every other Wednesday (Check our calendar for specific dates)6:30 PM–7:30PM
UofL Medical Center Northeast, Room 205
2401 Terra Crossing Blvd, Louisville, 40245
The National Parkinson's Institute Calendar
You can also click here to add the National Parkinson’s Calendar to your own calendar!
News & Upcoming Events
Its Give for Good Louisville Day!
Help support National Parkinson’s Institute in our mission to fight against Parkinson’s Disease.
Click here to learn more.
Eric has been nominated for 2022 Rock Steady Boxing Coach of the Year. The winner will be announced at Coach Con in September.
Eric was selected to be a title speaker this September 16th-18th in Denver at CoachCon, Rock Steady Boxing’s largest conference!
October
2022
FESTIVAL
at LOU FC!
When: 5:40 PM–7:30 PM
Where: Louisville FC Practice Fields
801 Edith Rd., Louisville, KY 40206
(About a 4-minute drive from LouFC Soccer Stadium)
Support your local Parkinson’s community at our annual Fall Festival, followed by a Parkinson’s Day at the LouCity FC Soccer Game as they take on Hartford Athletic at 7:30PM!
Click here to download the flyer.
Classes & Programs Schedule
Rock Steady Boxing
Monday-Thursday
10 AM – 11 AM
2041 River Road
Louisville, KY 40206
Zoom option available Tuesdays/Thursdays
Rock Steady Fitness
Miralea
Tuesday, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Olmstead
Tuesday, 1:00 – 2:00 PM
Masonic Homes 320 Joe Conway Cir.
Louisville, KY 40041
Neuro-Yoga
Every Other Wednesday
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
UofL Medical Center Northeast
2401 Terra Crossing Blvd.
Louisville, KY 40245
Speaker Led Support Group
First Saturday of Every Month
11 AM – 12 PM
UofL Medical Center East
3920 Dutchmans Ln.
Louisville, KY 40207
Peer Led Support Group
Second Friday of Every Month
11 AM – 12 PM
Masonic Homes — Miralea
320 Conway Cir.
Louisville, KY 40041