Rock Steady Boxing Petaluma

Welcome to Rock Steady Boxing Petaluma, a unique gym dedicated to empowering individuals with Parkinson’s disease to “fight back” against their condition. Located at 822 Petaluma Boulevard North in Petaluma, California, our facility offers a specialized program that draws from the world of boxing to help improve the quality of life for those living with Parkinson’s.

Parkinson’s disease affects over a million people in the United States, with more than 60,000 new diagnoses each year. At Rock Steady Boxing, we see Parkinson’s as the opponent. Through rigorous exercises adapted from boxing drills, our program focuses on enhancing agility, speed, muscular endurance, accuracy, hand-eye coordination, footwork, and overall strength. These workouts are designed to extend the perceived capabilities of our participants, helping them maintain and improve their motor skills and overall health.

Research has shown that intense exercise can have neuro-protective benefits, potentially slowing the progression of Parkinson’s. Studies from institutions like the Cleveland Clinic, University of Indianapolis, and Butler University have documented the positive impact of our program, reporting improvements in range of motion, flexibility, posture, gait, and daily activities.

Founded in 2006 by Scott C. Newman, a former Marion County Prosecutor living with Parkinson’s, Rock Steady Boxing was born from the friendship of Scott and Vince Perez, a Golden Gloves boxer. Vince’s intuitive program design, targeting Parkinson’s vulnerable neurological points, is now backed by a growing body of medical research. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Rock Steady Boxing has expanded to meet the needs of individuals at all stages of Parkinson’s, from the newly diagnosed to those living with the disease for decades.

Our iconic logo, featuring the Statue of Liberty with a boxing glove, symbolizes hope and resilience, reflecting our mission to be a beacon of light for those affected by Parkinson’s. Join us at Rock Steady Boxing Petaluma and become part of a community dedicated to fighting back and improving lives.