Parkinson's Programs at the Katz JCC, Cherry Hill

Katz JCC Parkinson's Programs The Richard M. Klein Center for Wellness is the hub for all your movement and wellness needs for living with Parkinson’s Disease. When you live with Parkinson’s Disease, exercise is not only healthy but vital in maintaining balance, mobility, gait, tremor, flexibility, grip strength and motor coordination.

We are pleased to offer many programs to improve your fitness and function, as well as your overall quality of life, including:

Rock Steady Boxing

This non-contact boxing program promotes fitness and function in individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Participants will train on boxing equipment including heavy bags, jump ropes, gloves and focus mitts. In addition to providing fitness, the program has been shown to improve confidence, quality of life and energy levels.

Multiple sessions available:

Tuesdays, 11am-12pm, 12:15-1pm

Wednesdays, 1-2pm

Thursdays, 11am-12pm, 6-7pm

Saturdays, 10:30-11:30am, 12:15-1:15pm

Cost: JCC Full Facility Members: $90, JCC Basic Members & Guests: $125

All Rock Steady Boxing participants must go through a FREE mandatory assessment prior to signing up for the program. To schedule your assessment, please contact Stacey Macaluso: [email protected]

Pedaling for Parkinson's

Mindfulness, Movement & Meditation

Movement & Motivation

Explore your body’s possibilities through music both old and new alike and improve your balance, flexibility, coordination and gait. An ideal class for those with Parkinson’s and other chronic illnesses. This classes is based on the National Program Dance for PD.

Date: Thursdays, 1-2pm

Cost: JCC Full Facility Members: Free, JCC Basic Members: $10/class drop in for JCC Basic Member, Guests: $15/class for guests

Tai Chi for Parkinson's

Parkinson's Plate

In this 3 week series, you will learn how to make healthy food choices to help minimize symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease based on the latest research. You will leave with skills to plan meals and make good food choices for your disease management.

3 week session: Tuesdays, November 6,13, 20 / Time: 1:30-2:30pm

Cost: JCC Full Facility Members: $30, JCC Basic Members: $45, Guests: $45

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Pilates for Neurological Disorders

This class is specifically designed for neurological conditions, such as MS and those recovering from a stroke. Pilates for Neurological Disorders can specifically help with improving strength, balance and flexibility. Basic Pilates positions will be taught using related apparatus in a supportive, gentle and fun environment. Emphasis on breathing and body alignment to connect with and control body movement.

Cost: JCC Full Facility Members: $60, JCC Basic Members: $65, Guests: $70

For more information, contact Jayne Miller Morgan, Assistant Fitness Director, at [email protected] or call (856) 424-4444 x1140.

“I’m really hooked on boxing and movement being used to combat Parkinson’s. This type of exercise should be strongly recommended by MD’s to their Neuro patients.

My wife has noticed a positive change in attitude since starting the program. I’ve noticed that I’m taking on the dreaded motor symptom problems (pain, shaking, muscle locking, poor walking to name a few) with hard work and humor.

Thanks for making exercise for Parkinson’s patients very tough and challenging. We need it. But most of all, thanks for making it FUN.”

- Rock Steady Boxing participant