Our classes
We strive to abide by the motto "we leave no-one behind" so that all People with Parkinson's, whatever stage they are at in their journey with PD, can depend upon the provision of some PD-specific exercise.
PD Challenger
Tuesdays - 12.30-1.30pm and 2-3pm
(The 12.30pm class is lower intensity than the 2-3pm)
Shelford Rugby Club,
Cambridge Rd Davey Field,
Shelford, CB22 5JU (entrance opposite Scotsdale's Garden Centre)
Wednesdays - 1-2pm from 8th January 2025 (mixed ability class)
The Jubilee Pavilion
Gog Magog Way
Stapleford
CB22 5BQ
Thursdays - 2.15-3.15pm
Newport Village Hall
Station Rd
Newport
Saffron Walden
CB11 3PL
Our instructor, Paul Goddard, delivers his own unique and specific exercise regime called PD Challenger, which was the name devised by one of our members who said "This name is, to me , the meaning of the exercises . They help an individual take control of the condition and help them cope with all the many challenges that PD brings".
Devised from his extensive experience as a neurological rehabilitation therapist, it's a tailored exercise programme which works on mind and body co-ordination. It can help improve the symptoms of PD.
Penny, AWPC Chairperson, commented "PD Challenger conveys the diversity of what Paul does: physical challenge including challenges of speed, balance and control and also cognitive challenge including complexity of movement, sequencing and concentration. It is such a holistic programme that addresses the wide range of challenges encountered by People with Parkinson's".
Seated
Wednesdays - 2.15-3.00pm
Spicers Pavilion
Cambridge Road (Next to Cemetery)
Sawston
CB22 3DG
From 8th January 2025 will be relocating to
The Jubilee Pavilion
Gog Magog Way
Stapleford
CB22 5BQ
This class is provided for those with more advanced PD and/or mobility issues and just "goes with the flow" - meaning that each week's activities will depend on who turns up and how they are feeling. Sometimes it will include complex cognitive exercises such as counting backwards and repeating times tables while exercising. There will be elements of strength and stretch with some weights, bands and ball work. On the days when the group is feeling lower energy, the focus will be on motivation and Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing. It is a fully interactive class, working with what the individual needs are for each person.
Nordic Walking
Fridays - 2.15-3.30pm
The Jubilee Pavilion
Gog Magog Way
Stapleford
CB22 5BQ
Nordic Walking for People with Parkinson's focuses on the correct gait so improves walking, stride length, co-ordination and balance.
https://nordicwalkingforparkinsons.org.uk/
When the weather is bad, Paul provides an indoor alternative with Smoveys .
Smoveys are corrugated plastic tube rings which contain steel balls. As one swings the rings, the balls move up and down the tube, and the resulting vibrations stimulate the body and mind to provide an exercise free from heavy lifting or impact training. Smoveys can help improve core strength, balance, co-ordination, posture and gait.
https://wisinger.co.uk/smovey/
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