Events

Free fitness assessments are available Wednesday afternoon and are required prior to participating in the fitness classes. You will meet with a physical therapist for a 30 minute assessment to evaluate your walking, balance, strength and more. To make an appointment call 651-326-2178.

This is a comprehensive, active exercise class designed to work on increased strength, flexibility, balance and agility. It emphasizes larger movements. Participants must be able to stand unassisted and have no significant blood pressure changes. Call Struthers for more information. 952-993-5495 or 1-888-993-5495.  

Fitness  III is a seated group designed for participants who may need more significant help with activities of daily living. This class will provide appropriate exercise and group activities to counteract the long term emotional impact of PD.  $5 per session This unique exercise program stresses components of strengthening, stretching and aerobics.  Fitness classes are supervised by a recreation therapist who will provide guidance to complete exercises, provide assistance as appropriate and monitor response to exercise. The recreational therapists are trained professionals with experience working with people with Parkinson’s disease. Fitness I, II and III are designed to provide fitness opportunities for participants across the continuum of their disease. A free Fitness Assessment is required prior to joining Fitness I, II or III classes.

Join the CREATE Singers and enjoy a variety of music (both old and new!) The group is focused on maintaining speech and voice skills. Call Struthers for more information. 952-993-5495 or 1-888-993-5495.

Acclaimed author and spiritual teacher Pandit Rajmani Tigunait will speak to the essence of Living Tantra and how tantric teachings and techniques enhance and deepen Yoga, Meditation, and Ayurveda practices from 7-9 p.m. on June 7 at Lake Superior Interfaith Community Church. The goal of this seminar is to help you understand the spirit of Tantra, and to gather the tools for your personal empowerment and inner healing. This program gives you the essence of the Living Tantra Series and highlights the practices for discovering the innate wisdom of your body and the immense power of your mind. Spiritual head of the Himalayan Institute, Pandit Tigunait is the successor of Swami Rama of the Himalayas. Lecturing and teaching worldwide for more than a quarter of a century, he is the author of fourteen books and holds two doctorates: one in Sanskrit from the University of Allahabad in India, and another in Oriental Studies from the University of Pennsylvania. For more information visit HimalayanInstitute.org  

This simple, relaxing activity promotes flexibility, deep breathing, balance and stress reduction. Beginners meet from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and the ongoing practice group meets from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at Struthers. Participants stand during this activity. Call 952-993-5495 or 1-888-993-5495 for details.

Specially designed for people with Parkinson’s or other movement disorders.  Come alone or with a caregiver/partner. Enjoy live music and move to feel energized. The class is for all skill levels. The eight-week session is $30, or you may pay $5 each class. There is no charge for a caregiver/partner to participate. Scholarships are available, too. To register, contact Michelle at 651-232-2258.

Dancing with Parkinson's continues into springtime! As the snow melts and the birds  return, come celebrate spring with movement. No experience necessary for this dance class. You just need an interest in having fun. Sit or stand, come alone or with a partner/caregiver and enjoy the live music and social interaction. Classes are held at the Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Avenue North, in Maplewood. loin us on the following Friday mornings from 10 to 11 am: April 5, 12 and 19; May 3,10 and 31; and June 7 and 14. Drop-'1n dass is $5 and your care partner/ caregiver dances at no charge. To register for this very popular dass, call Michelle at  65 1-232-2258.

This simple, relaxing activity promotes flexibility, deep breathing, balance and stress reduction. Beginners meet from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and the ongoing practice group meets from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at Struthers. Participants stand during this activity. Call 952-993-5495 or 1-888-993-5495 for details

This licensed adult day program is designed to enhance wellness through exercise, creative arts, spiritual care, music therapy, socialization and other activities. It’s open from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and space is limited. Call for more information. 952-993-5495  or  1-888-993-5495.