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.

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 self-worth. Recent studies also suggest that intense exercise programs may be “neuro-protective,” 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 lessen their symptoms and lead a healthier/happier life.

Classes: RSB offers classes to accommodate varying degrees of Parkinson’s/fitness levels.

Camaraderie: Friends for fighters and caregivers.
Knowledgeable Trainers: Familiar with Movement Disorders caused by Parkinson’s.

Support: RSB will assess each fighter before they begin our classes and reassess each fighter every six months during their RSB experience.