We offer four types of PD Programming:

Starting October 6th, 2024: 

Parkinson’s Cycle: Pedaling at a certain rate per minute (RPM) has been shown to increase strength and improve symptoms of PD. Partially funded by the American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA), this is an evidence-based, small-group cycling program. Classes are ongoing, once per week for 45 minutes. Medical clearance and pre-registration required.

Monday: 1:00-1:45PM

Dance for Parkinson’s: Experience the joy of movement in this class designed for people with Parkinson’s and their care partners. Participants will access their creativity within a supportive community of movers. Classes incorporate seated warm-ups with standing and locomotor movement that can also be adapted for seated movers. A medical clearance and pre-registration is required.

Wednesdays: 2:00-3:00PM

Parkinson’s Exercise Program: A small-group exercise program based off of research done by Boston University. A trained instructor leads participants through strength and balance exercises and stretches designed for those with PD. Classes are ongoing, once per week for 60 minutes. Medical clearance and pre-registration required.

Wednesday: 1:00-1:50PM

Parkinson’s HIIT Circuit Class: High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is a style of exercise where short bursts of high intensity exercises are followed by short periods of low intensity recovery. In this 55-minute class, participants will perform strength training intervals using combinations of weights, bands, and body weight. Class will conclude with stretching and flexibility exercises. Studies have found that people with Parkinson’s who regularly participated in HIIT training had increased neuronal activity, experienced a decrease in Parkinson’s symptoms, and felt that their quality of life improved. This class is offered in person only. Medical clearance and pre-registration required.

Tuesday & Thursday: 1:00-1:55PM |

All Parkinson’s programs are free for Y members, or $30/month per program for non-members.

For more information, please contact:

Hayley White, Health & Well-Being Coordinator
(413) 584-7086, ext. 111 | [email protected]