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 2.00-3.00pm
St Mary's Hall
Church Lane
Sawston
CB22 3JR
STOP PRESS - STOP PRESS-STOP PRESS
From Tuesday 21st May these classes will be moving to Shelford Rugby Club, Cambridge Rd Davey Field, Shelford, CB22 5JU (entrance opposite Scotsdale's Garden Centre)
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
Thursdays - 2.00-2.45pm
Sawston Pavilion
Mill Lane
Sawston
CB22 3HZ
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.
Tai Chi
First Thursday in the month -
3.00-4.00pm
7th March 1st Aug
4th April 4th Sept
2nd May 3rd Oct
6th June 7th Nov
4th July 5th Dec
Sawston Pavilion
Mill Lane
Sawston
CB22 3HZ
First Friday in the month - 3.30-4.30pm
8th March 2nd Aug
5th April 6th Sept
3rd May 4th Oct
7th June 8th Nov
5th July 6th Dec
Shelford Rugby Club, Cambridge Rd Davey Field, Shelford, CB22 5JU (entrance opposite Scotsdale's Garden Centre)
Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing (TMW) is a sequence of exercises designed to promote physical and emotional wellbeing. With origins in both Tai Chi and Qigong, TMW distils elements of these arts into a simplified form that can be practised both seated and standing, making it accessible to all.
Both these days are for those who have completed the initial beginners' course and learnt the sequence of 16 basic moves. If interested in attending the next beginners' course (date to be advised), please register your interest via the contact page.
Nordic Walking
Fridays - 2.15-3.30pm
Sawston Pavilion and grounds
Mill Lane
Sawston
CB22 3HZ
STOP PRESS-STOP PRESS-STOP PRESS
From Friday 31st May these classes will be moving to Shelford Rugby Club, Cambridge Rd Davey Field, Shelford, CB22 5JU (entrance opposite Scotsdale's Garden Centre)
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/
Taster session for
Wellbeing Therapies
Starting in September 2024 at Duxford Community Centre
Mental Health Support for PwP and their spouses is vitally important. PUK are providing a 6 week taster session of Mindfulness, Meditation (included in TaiChi) and CBT therapy (2 weeks each) . Please register your interest via the Contact page. You will be provided with more details as they are confirmed and put in place.
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