Northern Nevada Rock Steady Boxing
Who We Are
Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) is a first-of-its-kind, Indianapolis-based nonprofit gym founded in 2006 to provide an effective form of physical exercise to people who are living with Parkinson’s. Though it may seem surprising, this non-contact boxing-inspired fitness routine is dramatically improving the ability of people with Parkinson’s to live independent lives. RSB was founded by former Marion County (Indiana) prosecutor Scott C. Newman, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at age 40.
What We Do
RSB enables people with Parkinson’s disease to fight their disease by providing non-contact boxing-style fitness programs that improve their quality of life and sense of efficacy and self-worth. Recent studies also suggest that intense exercise programs may be “neuro-protective,” actually working to delay the progression of symptoms. RSB provides encouragement through a “tough love” approach, inspiring maximum effort, speed, strength, balance, and flexibility. Boxing works by moving your body in all planes of motion while continuously changing the routine as you progress through the workout. RSB classes have proven that anyone at any level of Parkinson’s can actually lessen their symptoms and lead a healthier/happier life.
What We Offer
1. Classes: We offer two different levels of classes to accommodate varying degrees of Parkinson’s and fitness levels.
2. Camaraderie: Friends for fighters and caregivers. (aka cornermen)
3. Hope: We empower you to fight back against Parkinson’s disease.
What’s A Class Like?
Training classes, taught by Certified Personal Trainers, include an exercise program that attacks Parkinson’s at its vulnerable neurological points. While focusing on overall fitness, strength training, reaction time, and balance, workouts include ring work, focus mitts, heavy bags, speed bags, double-ended bags, jump rope, core work, calisthenics, and circuit weight training. No boxing experience is necessary, and people of all ages are invited to participate. Boxers, both male and female, range in age from mid-30s to early 90s.
Two Locations
Carson City (Tazmanian Boxing Club)
411 Hot Springs Road, Unit 1
Carson City, NV 89706
Reno (Crossfit Bangarang)
9744 S. Virginia St, STE A
Reno, NV 89511
To Sign Up For Rock Steady Boxing or for more information about the workouts, please call Cisco at (775) 722-1752.
Once you complete the new member form please bring to the first workout or email to figueroamary0811@gmail.com