Fitness Classes

Fitness classes specifically tailored for people with Parkinson’s are led by Exercise for Life Foundation coach John Bowers.

John Bowers
Exercise for Life Foundation

The Exercise for Life Foundation’s purpose is to raise money to pay for instructors, assistant coaches, and exercise scholarships for people in need of financial assistance. Many Parkinson’s individuals are on a fixed income and have expensive medical obligations and pharmaceutical requirements. We want every individual living with Parkinson’s to have the opportunity to fight this disease through exercise and a connected community.

Contact John via e-mail or phone for with questions or to join!

Class Schedule Here

First Class Always Free

Come try us and see what it is all about!

Monthly Membership

$95 per month for unlimited classes

"When I was diagnosed with PD, it hit me hard, and I was in a dark place for a few months: fearful, afraid, and worried about my future. After finding RSB, my life and mindset have turned around. John's style is educational, encouraging, adaptable, and inclusive. He doesn’t show us limitations, he shows us possibilities. I have found new friends, a safe haven, laughter and hope!

-Becky Uptergrove
“John helps us with our symptoms of anxiety and digestive problems that come with Parkinson’s disease. He incorporates mindfulness techniques to help us deal with stress, and deep breathing to help when I am at my doctor’s office. This class feels like a support group, I have developed friendships with people who understand what living with PD means. Today, thanks to John Bowers, my RSB coach, I feel strong, I have regained my initiative and most importantly, my joy for life.”

-Ricarda Cerda
"Most importantly, John is a welcoming person. He knows each of our names respects our individual efforts and provides gentle assistance in a subtle manner when needed. I can’t think of a better approach to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease than John provides with sensitive skill, deep understanding, knowledge, humor and respect.”

-Annie Van Patten
“John is most generous in sharing his knowledge of the forces affecting us: the impact of exercise on our brains, muscles, and the coordination of whatever we do. And he shares his knowledge and skill in a most encouraging way - as a shepherd who leads, rather than as a cowboy who drives."

-Jack Van Patten
"John is motivating, fun, challenging, and caring. Most of all, he enables us to fight back against Parkinson’s disease."

-Rad and Patty Kirby
"John is well known and highly regarded by several neurologists who work with members of our group. Those members have shared that their physicians have commented that their moods and overall mobility and fitness has improved after attending a number of John’s classes."

-Bruce McKee

Fitness Classes

First Class Always Free

Monthly Membership

“John is most generous in sharing his knowledge of the forces affecting us: the impact of exercise on our brains, muscles, and the coordination of whatever we do. And he shares his knowledge and skill in a most encouraging way - as a shepherd who leads, rather than as a cowboy who drives."

"John is motivating, fun, challenging, and caring. Most of all, he enables us to fight back against Parkinson’s disease."

"John is well known and highly regarded by several neurologists who work with members of our group. Those members have shared that their physicians have commented that their moods and overall mobility and fitness has improved after attending a number of John’s classes."