Dance With Parkinson’s

"It feels great to be able to move. It makes my body feel loose — it's fun!"

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Dance with Parkinson's is a welcoming, research-backed movement class designed for people living with Parkinson's disease. Our instructors guide participants through exercises that support mobility, balance, coordination, posture, and strength — all adaptable for any level of ability.

Classes take place in a social, creative environment where participants can rediscover the joy of movement. Seated and standing options are always available. Caregivers and loved ones are warmly welcome to join, though it's not required.

Dance with Parkinson's is always free. No dance experience needed. Drop in any week.

Our instructors are safety-certified and trained in the Dance for PD® curriculum, developed by Mark Morris Dance Group in partnership with Brooklyn Parkinson Group, the original, research-backed program for people living with Parkinson's. Access the Dance for Parkinson’s Research Library here or view research article by Anna Krotinger here.

In-Studio — Boston

Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30am

Urbanity Central
725 Harrison Ave #100, Boston

In-Studio — En Español

Tuesdays, 12:00–1:00pm

IBA Boston
2 San Juan St — biweekly

En Español

Online via Zoom

Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30am

Join from anywhere — link sent upon registration

Zoom

Off-Site — Cambridge

Thursdays, 10:30–11:30am  ·  April 23 – June 25

Youville House  ·  1573 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02138

COMMON QUESTIONS

  • Do I need dance experience? Not at all. This class is open to all levels and abilities, and every exercise can be modified to suit you.

  • Can my caregiver or family member come? Yes — caregivers and loved ones are always welcome, though they don't need to attend for you to participate.

  • How much does it cost? Dance with Parkinson's is completely free for all participants, made possible by our generous donors.

  • ¿Hablas español? Haz clic aquí.

  • Still have questions? Email us at ask@urbanitydance.org — we're happy to help.

Help Keep this Program Free

Dance with Parkinson's is offered at no cost to every participant — made possible entirely by the generosity of our donors. Your support keeps this community moving, week after week.

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Dance with Parkinson's is generously supported by Art Pharmacy, Cambridge Community Foundation, Katharine C. Pierce Trust, and the American Parkinson Disease Association MA Chapter.