Strong Steps Parkinson's Boxing Classes at the JCC Indianapolis
DISCOUNTED FOR MEMBERS
Strong Steps Parkinson’s Boxing at JCC Indianapolis is a boxing class geared towards those with Parkinson’s and other neuromotor and vestibular concerns; gait and balance class with an emphasis on stride, balance, core and postural strength to strengthen gait, stride and confidence.
Benefits of Parkinson's boxing
- Focuses on balance, agility, cognition, reaction time and hand-eye coordination, all of which can be affected by Parkinson’s.
- Builds muscle strength and mobility
- Can help speech (some say grunting or yelling while punching aids with vocal projection)
- Offers an outlet for frustration toward symptoms or disease, as well as camaraderie and community.
What to Expect
Intake questionnaire and physician’s release must be completed prior to start of class.
It is best to wear comfortable, lightweight clothing.
Strong Steps classes are $156 / $120 JCC Members per class for six weeks.
There are no refunds due to participant absence.
For instructor and student safety, class sizes are capped at six (6) participants.
Check our Marcia and Bruce Sklare JFIT Studio or Schedules page for group exercise dates and times, or mobile app for iOS or Android devices
Strong Steps classes are held in the Marcia and Bruce Sklare JFIT Studio.
About the Instructors
Juleeus Freeman got into fitness in early 2022 to create healthy habits and become more disciplined, and he hasn’t looked back since. He is ISSA-certified and working on his nutrition certification. He loves working with individuals who are new to fitness and looking to start living a healthier lifestyle, with a particular focus on functional and strength training.
Heather Scott
An NETA certified personal trainer, Heather began her fitness journey in 2021 working with a personal trainer herself, during which time she lost over 50 pounds and found a new love for fitness and lifting weights. Her goal as a personal trainer is to help others become comfortable in the gym and reach their wellness goals no matter their fitness level or abilities, and she is currently working on a women’s coaching certification to better serve women in their teenage years through post-menopause. While she loves strength training in the gym, she also runs half marathons and spends her weekends running outdoors. She also teaches high school math virtually and has two young boys who keep her busy.
Fitness Is a Core Jewish Value
At the JCC, fitness classes aren’t just something we do; it’s who we are. Although exercise is not mentioned in the Torah, taking care of one’s health is. In fact, while other belief systems advocate for the healing power of prayer, Judaism encourages people to look after their health and seek counsel from medical experts. In Judaism, good health is not a goal in itself; rather, it is a means to an end – to serve the Creator.
We offer classes and options for exercise the way you want it, whether you’re a do-it-yourselfer or looking for expert advice and/or someone to hold you accountable. It all starts with you.