Stay Active, Strong and Connected
The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Minnesota Chapter partners with locations throughout Minnesota to bring high-quality Parkinson’s exercise programs closer to your community. These classes are grant funded by APDA Minnesota.
Regular exercise is one of the most effective ways to manage Parkinson’s symptoms and maintain independence. Registration is required, so please click the button below to sign up today. If you have questions or need assistance finding a class near you, contact APDA Minnesota at 651-706-1739. Beyond the physical benefits, APDA exercise classes create opportunities to connect with others who understand the Parkinson’s journey. Participants build supportive relationships, find encouragement, and become part of a welcoming community.
Benefits of Parkinson’s Exercise Programs:
- Improve strength, balance, mobility, and coordination
- Help manage symptoms such as stiffness, tremor, and movement challenges
- Boost energy, confidence, mood, and overall quality of life
APDA Minnesota Exercise Programs
| St. Cloud – Family YMCA 2001 Stockinger Dr. St. Cloud, MN 56303 | Once weekly sessions (1.5 hours each) | Up ENDing Parkinson’s Rock Climbing for PD Level 2 | REGISTRATION Cost: FREE |
| Hermantown – Black Spruce CrossFit 4879B Miller Trunk Hwy Hermantown, MN 55811 | Wednesdays & Fridays | Rock Steady Boxing Parkinson’s Exercise Level 2 – Level 3 | REGISTRATION Cost: $40/month for one class per week $60/month for two classes per week $80/month for three classes per week |
| Shoreview – Community Center 4580 Victoria St. N. Shoreview, MN 55126 | Tuesdays Sept. 8 – Dec. 15 11:00 am -11:45 am | FireUp! Parkinson’s Exercise Level 3 | REGISTRATION Cost: $70 ($60 for Shoreview residents) |
Class Levels
LEVEL 1: Participants exercise seated or standing with support. Movements are done at a pace and intensity that are appropriate for each participant.
LEVEL 2: Participants must be able to walk and stand up from a chair without assistance. Most exercises are done standing.
LEVEL 3: Higher intensity, faster paced classes where participants perform multiple step exercises and may get on/off the floor.
Additional Parkinson’s Exercise Programs in Minnesota (Non-APDA Affiliated)
Explore additional Parkinson’s exercise programs available throughout Minnesota. The organizations and classes listed below are not affiliated with or sponsored by APDA Minnesota. Please note that some programs may have registration fees or membership costs. Click the link below to view available exercise opportunities.
VIEW OTHER MINNESOTA PARKINSON’S EXERCISE PROGRAMS