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SUMMARY:Parkinson's Exercise: Strong\, Stable & Mindful (Level 2)
DESCRIPTION:Parkinson’s Class: Strong\, Stable & Mindful \n\n					Please note: You are registering for a series of events. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\nDates: April 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, & 30 \nJoin us for this 5-session Level 2 series designed to help you build core strength\, increase flexibility\, improve balance\, and relieve stress. Each session includes:\n•Warm-Up: Connection and breathwork\n•Yoga Poses: Seated and standing\, using a chair for support\n•Mindfulness: Affirmations and meditation\n•Rest: Guided savasana \nUsing the support of a chair\, this class encourages independence while promoting safe\, mindful movement. \nWho Is This For?\nThis class is ideal for individuals seeking a supportive\, accessible yoga practice that builds functional strength and emphasizes the body-mind connection. \nAbout the Instructor\nDanya Nonis is a yoga teacher and certified C-IAYT yoga therapist. She has experience working with individuals with neurological conditions\, including Parkinson’s disease\, in movement-based programs and continues to train in specialized techniques. Her trauma-informed\, pain-aware teaching style supports individuals in finding comfort and ease in both body and mind. \n\n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. \n\n\n\n\n  \n\nPlease note: Participation in the exercise programs listed below will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are no obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general information and usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace individualized medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an appropriate healthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\, and the instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in the exercise programs listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illness and/or injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, employees\, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\, costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with these exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercise programs\, including the implementation of our intensity levels\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, low-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ability\, especially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLevel 2\nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Level 1.\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-paced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Participants must be able to safely participate without a carepartner/caregiver present.
URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/parkinsons-exercise-strong-stable-mindful-level-2/2026-04-09
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SUMMARY:April Challenger (Level 3)
DESCRIPTION:Please note: You are registering for a series of events. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\nDates: April 13\, 20 & 27 \nLet’s get moving! Kick-start Parkinson’s Awareness Month with the annual April Challenger! Join PSBC’s physiotherapist\, Shelly Yu\, as she leads you through a fast- paced circuit-style exercise class aimed at challenging your strength\, balance\, coordination and stamina. Participants must be able to walk independently. \n\n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. \n\n\n\n\nPlease note: Participation in the exercise programs listed below will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are no obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general information and usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace individualized medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an appropriate healthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\, and the instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in the exercise programs listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illness and/or injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, employees\, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\, costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with these exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercise programs\, including the implementation of our intensity levels\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, low-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ability\, especially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLevel 2\nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Level 1.\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-paced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Participants must be able to safely participate without a carepartner/caregiver present. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/april-challenger-level-3-2/2026-04-13
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SUMMARY:Hand & Dexterity Exercise Class (Level 1)
DESCRIPTION:Dates: May 5\, 12\, 19\, and June 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, & 30 \n\n					Please note: You are registering for a series of events. If you register for one event\, you register for the entire series.\nJoin physiotherapist\, Shelly Yu\, for an exercise series focused on hand and dexterity challenges associated with Parkinson’s Disease. Exercises in this series will target upper extremity movement\, hand dexterity\, grip strength\, hand-finger coordination and handwriting. As this is a hand and dexterity class\, all exercises will be done sitting. Please ensure you have a table available to use for the handwriting portion of the class. \nEquipment to prepare for the exercise series:\n•A tea towel/ kitchen towel\n•A small cushion/pillow\n•Light hand weights (if no weights are available\, you can use cans of soup/beans etc.)\n•A cup and 20 pieces of macaroni/pasta\n•A pen/pencil and lined pieces of paper \n\n\n\n\n\nParkinson Society BC appreciates all gifts\, as they allow us to continue to offer programs people with Parkinson’s disease and their carepartners rely on. If you wish\, you can make a donation by entering an amount in the Additional Donation field. \n\n\n\n\nPlease note: Participation in the exercise programs listed below will be done at your own risk within your home. Please ensure you have the space needed to follow the exercises and that there are no obstacles or barriers in your way. The classes are meant for general information and usage only. They are not intended for and should not replace individualized medical advice and/or individualized assessments given to you by a healthcare professional. Please seek assessments/advice from an appropriate healthcare professional as needed. Parkinson Society BC (PSBC)\, and the instructors of the programs below\, will not be held liable for accidents or incidents that may occur in your home. By participating in the exercise programs listed below\, you are recognizing that risk of illness and/or injury may be inherent in any movement or exercise class and are participating with the express agreement of\, and understanding that the program instructors\, and Parkinson Society BC and its directors\, officers\, employees\, partners\, and agents are hereby released from any and all claims\, costs\, liabilities\, expenses\, or judgements associated with these exercise for Parkinson’s programs. \nIf you have any questions about our exercise programs\, including the implementation of our intensity levels\, please contact us at info@parkinson.bc.ca. \nParkinson Society BC’s exercise programs are promoted with an assigned level of difficulty. Below you will find a description of each level. \n\n\n\nLevel 1\n\nSlow-paced\, low-intensity\, and low-impact class. Suitable for all levels of ability\, especially those new to exercise and prefer a gentler approach. \n\n\n\nLevel 2\nModerately-paced and moderate-intensity class. Suitable for those who are looking for a progression from Level 1.\n\n\nLevel 3\n\nFast-paced and high-intensity class for those who are looking for a challenge. Participants must be able to safely participate without a carepartner/caregiver present.
URL:https://parkinson.bc.ca/event/hand-dexterity-exercise-class-level-1/2026-05-05
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