Punching Out Parkinson's
Punching out Parkinson's one round at at a time.
the year of thankfulness
North Texas Giving Day 2020
North Texas Giving Day is only 4 weeks away and one of our biggest fundraisers of the year! We are so grateful for the many supporters of Punching Out Parkinson's during these difficult and uncertain times we are in. We have made many changes at University of Hard Knocks for this program to continue in the most safest way during this pandemic. Follow us on all social media and see how Punching Out Parkinson's continues their fight!
POP COVID-19 GUIDELINES
Be sure to read all guidelines before returning:
*Everyone will have their temperatures checked upon arrival.
*Mask Required at all times.
*Staff will be wearing mask and gloves at all times.
*Please bring your own equipment (gloves/wraps)
*Bring your own water and towel
*Safe social distancing at all times-6ft apart.
*Gym will be diligently cleaned after every class.
*If you were driven to the gym please be sure to have them wait in their cars
*Please only attend the class you are signed up in, as there will be a limited capacity per class.
If you have any questions or concerns please call our office.
817-731-4665
Punching Out Parkinson's and University of Hard Knocks in the News
Paulie Ayala's University of Hard Knocks is a unique and special gym for the programs that are offered. Punching Out Parkinson's is one of those. Please click the link for the story in Fort Worth Star Telegram.
https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/mac-engel/article241913361.html
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Partnership with Dr. Christopher Watts
We are happy to announce our partnership with Dr. Christopher Watts, Dean of Harris College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Professor. We are working together in one common purpose, to help as many people as we can in the DFW area in their fight against Parkinson's disease. For more information on joining Punching Out Parkinson's through Dr. Watts or many of the programs he is offering you may look him up on www.parkinsonology.com
About Us
Established since 2011
Two-time world champion Paulie Ayala began Punching Out Parkinson's in September of 2011 as an added program to his gym, University of Hard Knocks. Paulie has been in the sport of boxing for 42 1/2 years. With his experience and compassion for the sport he has dedicated his time and expertise in designing a regimen for the many people who suffer from Parkinson's disease.
Benefits
The boxing regimen is more than just another "workout routine". The workout is designed to improve an individual's movement, speed, eye to hand coordination, balance, strength, speech, endurance and self-image-all the areas PD takes away.
Community
POP is a tight community. Always welcoming to newcomers, eager to share their knowledge and struggles with one another, as they are all in this fight together.
EVERY FRIDAY
"Dancing with the POP Stars" Starts - August 14th
Join Tina EVERY Friday at 11:00 a.m. for a 45 minute DANCE class! This class is offered FREE to EVERY POP Member! Come feel the beat!!
Do you have EARLY stage Parkinson's or Parkinsonism? you might qualify for an important study!
Dr. Nejtek at UNT Health Science Center is conducting a research study to determine if mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) might be a risk factor for Parkinson's disease (PD), or Parkinsonism (P).
Who will qualify?
*People with early stage PD/P.
*Ages 40-90 years
*High School Diploma or GED
*Non-Hispanic, White, Hispanic or Black/African American.
*Can read, write and speak English.
In-Person Screening (30-40 minutes)
We will collect information about:
*Demographic and military (if applicable) information, as well as questions about head/neck injuries (if applicable)
*Blood pressure and heart rate
*Motor functioning
*One urine and breath sample
**If you complete all screening procedures, you will receive compensation**
Study Visit (1 visit about 1 hour)
If you meet study screening criteria you will be eligible to enroll in the study. Study participants will undergo:
*Undergo a brief interview
*Brain functioning, mood and cognitive tests, provide a blood sample (about 4 teaspoons)
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please call our gym office at 817-731-4665.
Help Our Cause
POP is a 501c3 non profit, a program under the Paulie Ayala Foundation. Your support and contributions will enable us to keep classes private, keep membership at an affordable cost for everyone, and also helps us to keep scholarships available so no one is ever turned away because of finances. Our fundraising efforts are to fill the gap between membership fees and actual operating cost . Your generous donation will help us continue to grow this program with our efforts in the fight against Parkinson's disease.
