## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Live Fitness Fridays - Physical Optimization: Functional Fitness for PD Virtual ( Zoom ) August 19, 20221:00 pm to 1:45 pm EST Free [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=108357&view=RSVP) ![People stretching in a fitness class](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/exercising-stages-parkinsons-banner.jpg?itok=nJJvZC5z) Physical therapy-based, full-body exercise class led by physical therapists that incorporate evidence-based exercise principles to address specific PD symptoms/impairments including: Movement amplitude | Stiffness/rigidity | Posture | Balance | Coordination | Strength | Cognition | Gait, transfers, mobility Exercises will be performed in a variety of positions, including standing, sitting, and on the floor. There is no charge to attend, but registration is recommended. By registering for the program, you will receive two reminder emails prior to the live session. ### **Instructors** **Dr. Amy Morse, PT, DPT** Co-Founder, Physical Therapist [**Synapse NeuroRehab + Wellness**](https://www.synapserehab.com/) **Dr. Brittney Hooker, PT, DPT, NCS** Co-Founder, Physical Therapist [**Synapse NeuroRehab + Wellness**](https://www.synapserehab.com/) **To participate in this online class on Friday, August 19, 2022, at 1 p.m. ET, click this Zoom link:** [**https://parkinson.zoom.us/j/98586433384**](https://parkinson.zoom.us/j/98586433384) This is a virtual program, taking place live, using the online Zoom platform. Instructions on joining the webinar are provided after registering. ## Contact Us Jennifer DeGruccio [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) GulfCoast@parkinson.org ](mailto:GulfCoast@parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (561) 206-3156 ]() *PD Health @ Home is presented by the Light of Day Foundation, whose generosity has made this programming possible.* ## Upcoming Events Professional Education ### [ From Data to Medicine: Early Parkinson's Disease Detection ](/events/2026/early-parkinsons-detection) Learn how one researcher is leveraging insurance claim databases to improve screening and earlier Parkinson’s diagnosis. September 15, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://education.parkinson.org/live-professional-education/content/data-medicine-early-parkinsons-disease-detection#group-tabs-node-course-default1) Educational Events ### [ The PD Solo Network ](/events/2026/PDSolo-September15) A virtual network for people living with Parkinson's disease who live alone, by choice or circumstance. September 15, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=110329&view=RSVP&_gl=1*kfc2j4*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3ODA2Njk4ODIuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JeWNtSi1hZndsQU1WbjA1SEFSM0FXU2dpRUFBWUFTQUFFZ0tuYl9EX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*Mjg5MDQwOTU4LjE3Nzg1MTE0NTE.*_ga*NzU5NzkwMzgyLjE3Nzg1MTE0NTE.*_ga_57LEHWK3JX*czE3ODMzNDk1NTgkbzU0JGcxJHQxNzgzMzUyMDgwJGoxMyRsMCRoMA..&_ga=2.210907285.1895919309.1783349558-759790382.1778511451&_gac=1.241896758.1780669882.EAIaIQobChMIycmJ-afwlAMVn05HAR3AWSgiEAAYASAAEgKnb_D_BwE) Educational Events ### [ New Insights into Freezing and Fall Prevention in Parkinson's ](/events/2026/Sep16WW) Learn new insights on how freezing and other movement and non-movement symptoms can contribute to falls and how to lessen the risk. September 16, 2026Virtual [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119609&view=RSVP) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### PD Health @ Home Join us for new, weekly virtual wellness programs! Take part in one or all of our events that cover: mindfulness, interviews with experts and guided exercise. [VIEW EVENTS](/resources-support/online-education/pdhealth) - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn