Exercises for Your Mind & Body

Physical Exercise - Alternative Health - Speech Therapy
Swimming Classes - Yoga and Tai Chi - Voice Therapy

PDASD has partnered with several community organizations throughout San Diego County to offer you a wide variety of exercise options to help you maintain optimal health. For your safety, please check with your primary care physician and/or neurologist to be sure that these classes are right for you before participating. This is only a partial list of classes available throughout San Diego County. Please contact your local community college, YMCA, etc. for additional resources.

Tai Chi for Parkinson's Video

Based on the results of research studies and medical trails, Tai Chi is considered an ideal moving meditation for the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. Master Henry Cheng has created a unique program specifically designed to improve balance and motor coordination, while increasing mental focus and reducing stress for people with Parkinson's. Click here for more information and to order.

Wellness Articles & Resources

Exercise Resources For People With Parkinsons

A Straight Up Approach to Better Fitness

The Art of Staying Healthy

www.ParkinsonsExercise.com

The benefits of regular exercise include maintaining flexibility, improved muscle strength and balance, a reduction in stress and an increase in self-confidence.  Remember to exercise at your own pace knowing that improvements will come, and be sure to choose a time to exercise when you are well rested, and learn to recognize when you are tired and need to stop.Exercise Tips

• Depending on your physical condition, set aside 15-60 minutes for exercise as part of your daily routine.

• Exercise during your "on-times" when you have the greatest amount of coordination and strength.

• If your energy levels change from day-to-day, break your exercise periods into smaller periods as needed. For example, if you normally exercise for 30 minute a day when your energy is high, break your exercise routine into two 15-minute sessions on those days when your energy seems to be lower.

• Before embarking on any exercise program, consult with your doctor as to what types of exercises would be suitable for your ability, and be sure to find an exercise that you really enjoy doing.

• Do an adequate amount of stretching before you begin your exercises. Don't overdue it, and take the time to slowly build up your strength and endurance over time.

• Rotate your exercises and listen to your favorite music, or read a book so you don't become bored.

• Exercise with a friend who can help motivate and encourage you to be your best.

Mind-Body Wellness Resources & Exercise Classes

NOTE: Please contact the sponsoring organization for current class locations, dates and times, and whether or not the class is fee-based as the information below may have changed since we last updated our website. For your safety, check with your primary care physician or neurologist to be sure that these classes are right for you before participating.

Complementary/Alternative Therapies Classes
(Acupuncture, Biofeedback, Healing Touch, Music & Massage Therapy)

Scripps Clinic
10666 N. Torrey Pines Rd.
La Jolla, CA
(858) 554-8203

Massage Therapy & Migraine Relief Classes

Massage Mastery
Rachael Paddock, Holistic Health Practitioner
(619) 444-8899
www.MassageMastery.com

TrueBalance is a revolutionary pain relief therapy based on recovering our natural posture and movement. The company's goal is to give clients the tools, awareness, and encouragement needed to actively engage in their own healing process.

Exercise Classes

Gentle Exercise
La Jolla YMCA
7877 Herschel Ave.
La Jolla, CA
(858) 453-3483

Gentle exercises done while sitting in a chair using small movements that stimulate the nervous system's ability to maintain balance and coordination. This class is highly recommended for anyone dealing with arthritis, vertigo, balance problems, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, and other types of nerve damage problems.

Shiley Sports and Health
Scripps Center for Integrated Medicine
Danica Edelbrock
(858) 554-4788

Healthway SilverSneakers Program
Melissa M. Abels
(619) 253-0768

Scripps Well Being Center
311 Del Mar Ave.
Chula Vista, CA
(619) 691-7481

P-PLUS Exercise Program
Mission Valley Hazard Center YMCA
7610 Hazard Center Dr., #101
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-3576

Sit ‘N' Get Fit
Mission Valley YMCA
5505 Friars Rd.
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 298-3576

A variety of exercises (while using a chair) designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and skills required for activities of daily living.

"TLC" Gentle Fitness: Exercise for Daily Living
Toby Wells YMCA
5105 Overland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 496-9622

East County YMCA
8881 Dallas St.
La Mesa, CA
(619) 993-1414
Becki Schwartz

Scripps Memorial Hospital
9888 Genesee Ave.
La Jolla, CA
(858) 626-6833
(Requires Doctor's Authorization)

Tri-City Medical Center
4002 Vista Way
Oceanside, CA
(760) 940-7272

Encinitas Elk Club
1393 Windsor Rd.
Encinitas, CA
(760) 633-9733
Tom Wood

Physical Therapy and Fitness Classes

Challenge Center
5540 Lake Park Way
La Mesa, CA
(619) 667-8644

Bionic Golf
www.BionicGolf.org

Martha Sue Yeary operates a non-profit company that helps people with disabilities learn how to play golf.

Speech & Voice Therapy Classes

Palomar Medical Center
555 E. Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA
(760) 739-3340 x7350

Scripps Memorial Hospital
Center for Voice and Swallowing
9888 Genesee Ave.
La Jolla, CA
Erin Young, CCC-SLP: (858) 626-4447

Tai Chi Classes

Gentle Tai Chi
Mission Valley Hazard Center YMCA
7610 Hazard Center Dr., #101
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-3576, ext. 2203

Foothills Adult Center
East County
(619) 401-4122

Foothills Adult Center
La Mesa, CA
(619) 464-0505

Voice Therapy Classes

Tremble Clefs Therapeutic Singing Group

Palisades Presbyterian Church
6301 Birchwood St.
San Diego, CA
Karen Hesley: (619) 445-8623

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
890 Balour Dr.
Encinitas, CA
Karen Hesley: (619) 445-8626

Water Exercise Classes

Grossmont Hospital
5555 Friars Rd.
La Mesa, CA
(619) 740-4100

Mission Valley YMCA
5505 Friars Rd.
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 298-3576

Toby Wells YMCA
5105 Overland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 496-9622

Easter Seals of Southern California
43 Twelfth Stl, Suite A
National City, CA
(619) 336-0630

Easter Seals of Southern California
1035 E. Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA
(760) 737-3990

Peninsula Family YMCA
4390 Valeta St.
San Diego, CA
(619) 226-8888

Redwood Elderlink
1151 S. Redwood St.
Escondido, CA
(760) 480-1030

Yoga Gentle Stretch & Meditation Classes

Toby Wells YMCA
5105 Overland Ave.
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 496-9622

Hazard Center YMCA
7610 Hazard Center Dr., #101
San Diego, CA 92108
(619) 298-3576

A Gentle Way Yoga
5316 Baltimore Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 698-1170
www.AGentleWay.com

RSD Frog's Club One
3511 Sweetwater Springs Rd.
Spring Valley, CA 91978
(619) 670-1937

La Mesa Community Center
4975 Memorial Dr.
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 667-1300

Oakdale Heights
5740 Lake Murray Blvd.
La Mesa, CA 91941
(619) 464-6801

John A. Davis YMCA
8881 Dallas St.
La Mesa, CA 19142
(619) 464-1323

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