Rock Steady Boxing

In this corner, HOPE

Fighting Back Against Parkinson

Classes taught by Certified Rock Steady Boxing Coaches 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: focus mitts, heavy bags, speed 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.

Faith Inspired Training is excited to provide classes using the RSB method. We welcome you to our gym family.

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.

Currently Rock Steady Boxing classes are offered:

• Mondays and Wednesdays 12:30 -2:00pm
• Tuesdays 12:30-1:30pm
• Thursdays 4:00-5:00pm
• Saturdays 11:30 am-1:00pm

All potential boxers must have an assessment with RSB Southaven before they can begin.

Please call for more information and to schedule your assessment. 

Note: the Rock Steady Boxing program is an additional cost.

North Mississippi Parkinson’s Support Group

If you or a loved one are living with Parkinson’s or providing care for someone with this condition, this group is for you!

🗓️ 3rd Saturday of every month except December

🏢 Location: Faith Inspired Training

💰 Cost: $25 per family for the entire year

Our meetings will be held every other month, providing a safe and caring space to connect, share experiences, and learn together. Whether you’re a caregiver or a patient, we have separate breakout groups tailored to your needs. Each session promises to be enriching, with a light lunch provided, educational insights shared, and ample time for meaningful discussions. 

Reach out to us at 662-243-5533 or NorthMPSG@gmail.com or...