Aquatics Classes

AQUATICS

Aquatic therapy in a controlled water environment like a heated pool helps improve fitness levels and balance for Parkinson’s patients. Our programs offer physical, mental, and social benefits for those with PD and it incorporates standing, stretching, and leg lifts to enhance mobility and function.

AQUATICS CLASSES

Aquatics for Parkinsons

Friday at 11:30-12:30 pm
MedStar Health Physical Therapy at Good Samaritan Hospital
The League 111 East Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, MD 21239
To sign up or for more information, contact 443-444-4600

Aqua PD

Cecil YMCA
Wednesday 11:00
Contact: Lynn Sutton at lbroderick@ymcachesapeake.org

Aqua PD

Easton YMCA
Wednesday 10:00
Contact: Wendy Palmer at wpalmer@ymcachesapeake.org

*AQUATICS BENEFITS INCLUDE:

The warm water helps reduce rigidity, stiffness, and pain.
the water’s buoyancy and support can help people with PD to stretch and exercise if they have balance and posture issues that Increase the risk of falling on land.
Movements require less effort in the water, which helps conserve energy.
The turbulence of the water can challenge balance and coordination to improve walking.
Emotionally, aquatic therapy can help build confidence, contribute to greater independence, and offer socialization.

RSVP REQUIRED.
It is a policy of MAPS to require minimum participation levels for its funded programs. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing you at many of these exciting programs!

AQUATICS CLASSES

RSVP REQUIRED.It is a policy of MAPS to require minimum participation levels for its funded programs. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing you at many of these exciting programs!

RSVP REQUIRED.
It is a policy of MAPS to require minimum participation levels for its funded programs. We thank you for your understanding and look forward to seeing you at many of these exciting programs!