BRAIN & BODY
Brain & Body (previously known as Delay the Disease) is an evidence-based fitness program for people with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological disorders. Classes are designed to challenge individuals to improve physical function, balance, coordination, and brain health. Exercises are geared specifically to counteract the movement challenges experienced by people with Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological disorders. In addition, cognitive tasks are incorporated to improve memory, alertness, and thinking.
Research indicates that exercise has been shown to improve self-confidence and independence, decrease the risk of falls, minimize fatigue, reduce rigidity, and improve mobility. In addition, regular exercise can improve memory and reduce your risk of cognitive decline.
| Member | FREE |
All classes |
| Non member | $10 |
$10/class (registration for the whole month is required) |
2025 SESSION DATES
- Session 1: January 6-March 28, 2025
- Session 2: March 31-June 20, 2025
- Session 3: June 23-September 12, 2025
- Session 4: September 15-December 19, 2025 (no class the week of Thanksgiving)
LOCATIONS:
►Maple Street YMCA: Tuesdays from 1:00-2:00 pm or Thursdays from 1:00-2:00 pm
Contact Amy Roux: aroux@metroymca.org
Sign up for Tuesdays at the Maple Street YMCA
Sign up for Thursdays at the Maple Street YMCA
►Sarpy YMCA: Tuesdays from 12:00-1:00 pm or Thursdays from 12:00-1:00 pm
Contact Allyssa Ray: aray@metroymca.org
Sign up for Tuesdays at the Sarpy YMCA
Sign up for Thursdays at the Sarpy YMCA
►Southwest YMCA: Mondays from 1:00-1:45 pm or Wednesdays from 1:00-1:45 pm
Contact Jen McCarthy: jmccarthy@metroymca.org
Sign up for Mondays at the SOUTHWEST YMCA
Sign up for Wednesdays at the SOUTHWEST YMCA
►Westview YMCA: Mondays from 8:45-9:45 am or Wednesdays from 8:45-9:45 am
Contact Jesa Keslar: jkeslar@metroymca.org
Sign up for Mondays at the Westview YMCA
Sign up for Wednesdays at the Westview YMCA
►YMCA Healthy Living Center: Tuesdays from 10:00-11:00 am or Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 am
Contact Lois Turner: lturner@metroymca.org
Sign up for Tuesdays at the YMCA Healthy Living Center
Sign up for Thursdays at the YMCA Healthy Living Center
REGISTRATION
Before beginning the program, participants must obtain physician clearance and complete the two following forms:
PHYSICIAN CLEARANCE YMCA Membership Application
Note: A YMCA application is required for anyone participating in YMCA programs, but does not mean you must become a member of the YMCA to participate.
For more information or to sign up for the program, please contact: Amy Roux: aroux@metroymca.org