ROCK STEADY BOXING

We are learning every day that there are ways in which people with Parkinson's disease can enhance their daily quality of life and even build impressive power, strength, flexibility and speed! By exercising with Coaches who know the ropes, you can fight your way out of the corner and start to feel and function better. In a University of Indianapolis study involving boxing training for people with Parkinson's disease, they discovered that patients showed short and long term improvements including balance, gait, activities of daily living and quality of life.

This program is sponsored by the Parkinson’s Foundation. In partnership with the foundation, we are able to provide participants with scholarships for programs that educate and deliver exercise specifically designed for people with PD, reach those who are PD care partners, and address the intersection of mental health and PD. To apply for financial assistance or a scholarship, please fill out the application HERE.

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DAY OF THE WEEK CLASS TIME LEVEL WMAY MEMBER COMMUNITY MEMBER
Monday 11:30 am-12:30 pm 1-2 $36/month $46/month
Wednesday 9:30-10:30 am 1-2 $36/month $46/month
Wednesday 11:00 am-12:00 pm 3-4 $36/month $46/month
Friday 9:30-10:30 am 1-2 $36/month $46/month
Friday 11:00 am-12:00 pm 3-4 $36/month $46/month
Saturday 10:30-11:30 am 1-2 $36/month $46/month

Please fill out the following forms and bring them with you prior to your first class:

Rock Steady Boxing Member Information Form  Rock Steady Boxing Physical Medical Release Form

Questions? Contact Carly at carly@wmaymca.org


FIGHT BACK UH20 Held in the Warm Water Pool

DAY OF THE WEEK CLASS TIME LEVEL WMAY MEMBER COMMUNITY MEMBER
Thursday 11:00-11:45 am All Levels $35/month $45/month

Our YMCA is the only facility in the United States to offer an aquatic boxing class.

How Aquatic Boxing can help:

  • Dramatically improves flexibility, range of motion, strength and balance.
  • It is an ideal environment for balance training
  • Participants are able to work on balance and gait training without fear of falling or injury "let's face it-the worst that can happen is you'll get wet"
  • UH20 is part of our Fight Back Against Parkinson's Program and is held exclusively in our Warm Water Pool.

PARKINSON'S DISEASE SUPPORT GROUP

In partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation, the West Morris Area YMCA will be offering monthly support groups at the Y. Support groups can help you cope with the day-to-day realities of having Parkinson’s disease or caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease. Being part of a support group is a great way to reduce stress and connect with others who can relate to your experience. This FREE group is open to anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease or a caregiver of someone with Parkinson’s Disease. 

Meets at the Y on the 3rd Monday of every month. 
Support Group Dates: 3/18, 4/15, 5/20, 6/17 from 10:15-11:15 am

Each month, the topics will vary. Some support groups will be open discussions and some will have guest speakers.

Questions? Contact Carly at carly@wmaymca.org. REGISTER HERE