Power for Parkinson’s Introduction to Symptom Focused Exercise Course

Make an impact on the Parkinson’s community by learning how to teach effective symptom-directed exercise classes that slow or even reverse the progression of Parkinson’s symptoms!

Please note that this is not a certification course. It is an educational course and a pre-requisite for our Instructor Certification Program, which is set to open for enrollment in 2025.

0.6 Credits

6 Credits

2 Credits

What to expect

This course is open to those with and without fitness certifications interested in learning the Power for Parkinson’s® symptom-focused exercise technique. In this course, you will:

  • Become familiar with Parkinson's disease: its prevalence, risk factors, and impact.

  • Learn the Power for Parkinson's® mission and exercise approach.

  • Understand the benefits of exercise to help manage Parkinson's and delay the progression of the disease.

  • Learn how to safely lead people with Parkinson's in a fitness group setting.

  • Build your own symptom-focused exercise class using Power for Parkinson's® techniques.

Make an Impact

Parkinson's disease presents unique challenges, and exercise is as critical as medication in managing its symptoms. With over 1 million people in the U.S. and 10 million individuals worldwide living with Parkinson’s, the need for symptom-focused exercise is higher than ever. As an instructor in this field, you will learn evidence-based strategies and techniques to tailor exercise programs to individual needs, helping people with Parkinson's disease improve their quality of life.