Nationally Recognized Rock Steady Boxing Program

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Rock Steady Boxing is a specialized exercise system designed specifically for people with Parkinson’s disease.

It is not a fighting program—it is a medically-informed fitness approach built on boxing movements adapted for safety, accessibility, and neurological benefit.

Classes are designed to:

• Improve balance and postural stability 

• Increase coordination and motor control 

• Strengthen reaction time and agility 

• Support cognitive-motor connection 

• Build community and reduce isolation 

Every class is designed to go at your own pace and be adaptable for every level of Parkinson's.

Rock Steady Boxing is effective because it targets the key movement challenges associated with Parkinson’s:

• Amplitude training → counters small, shuffling movements 

• Rhythm & timing drills → improves motor planning 

• Dual-task training → strengthens brain-body connection 

• Fast reaction work → improves responsiveness and coordination 

This combination helps reinforce neuroplasticity and functional movement patterns used in daily life.

Our Rock Steady Boxing program is led by experienced coaches trained in adaptive fitness and Parkinson’s-specific movement programming. Coach Dean Moskowitz is the head coach of all our programs and is fully certified with Rock Steady Boxing. 

Coach Dean has done martial arts for 20 years, used to be a fighter himself and has worked with over 500 people with Parkinson's Disease in the last decade.

Our coaching approach focuses on:

• Individualized modifications for all ability levels 

• Safe progression-based training 

• Movement quality over intensity 

• Motivation, accountability, and consistency

• Long-term functional improvement 

We understand Parkinson’s is unique to every individual, and every session is adapted accordingly.

This program is designed for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease who want:

• Safe, supervised exercise 

• Improved balance and coordination 

• Increased strength and mobility 

• A structured weekly routine 

• A supportive community environment

No boxing experience is required.

All fitness levels are welcome.

WHY DOCTORS, NEUROLOGISTS & THERAPISTS RECOMMEND ROCK STEADY BOXING:

Rock Steady Boxing is widely recognized by movement disorder specialists, neurologists, and physical therapists as a valuable complementary exercise program for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.

Because Parkinson’s is a movement disorder that affects balance, coordination, and motor control, structured exercise is considered a critical part of long-term symptom management.

Our program is frequently recommended or referred by healthcare professionals because it provides:

• Safe, supervised, non-contact exercise 

• Consistent structured movement training 

• Balance and gait improvement work 

• Cognitive-motor integration exercises 

• A motivating group-based environment that improves adherence to exercise 

Unlike general fitness programs, Rock Steady Boxing is specifically designed around Parkinson’s-related movement challenges.

COLLABORATION WITH LEADING MEDICAL & THERAPY PROVIDERS:

We are proud to be part of a broader care ecosystem supporting Parkinson’s patients across Southern California.

Our program is aligned with and/or commonly referred alongside major healthcare and rehabilitation systems, including:

• Cedars-Sinai 
• UCLA Health 
• USC Keck Medicine 
• Providence Saint John’s Health Center 
• Los Robles Health System 
• Kaiser Permanente 
• Balance and vestibular rehabilitation centers 
• Local physical therapy clinics specializing in neurological rehabilitation 
• PMD Alliance (Parkinson’s Movement Disorder Alliance) 
• Parkinson’s Foundation and regional support networks 
• Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles (PCLA) 

These connections reflect a shared goal:
helping individuals with Parkinson’s stay active, mobile, and independent for as long as possible.

Each session follows a structured format:

Warm-up and mobility activation 

Balance and coordination drills 

Non-contact boxing combinations 

Strength and conditioning circuits 

Core stability and posture training 

Cool down and stretching 

All movements are modified based on individual ability.

Yes. All training is non-contact, supervised, and adapted to each participant’s ability level.

No. Most participants start with no prior boxing or fitness background.

Most participants benefit from 2–3 sessions per week for best results.

Yes. Caregivers and family members are encouraged to participate and support members.

Comfortable clothing, supportive shoes, and water.

No. We work with all stages and tailor exercises individually.