Power Over Parkinsons Monterey

07/15/2026

🎾💚 **Our 2nd Annual Pickleball for Parkinson's is THIS SATURDAY!** 💚🎾

Last year, more than **130 people** came together for our very first **Pickleball for Parkinson's**, and we reached maximum capacity! Thanks to your incredible support, we've moved this year's event to **Chamisal Tennis & Fitness Club** in Corral de Tierra to continue growing our Parkinson's community.

🌟 **Kickoff begins at 10:00 a.m.**
🌟 **Theme:** **Neon Bright for a Parkinson's Fight!** 🌈

The photo below captures what this event is all about—a team of Parkinson's warriors, family members, friends, and supporters coming together with hope, determination, and plenty of smiles.

🏓 While registration for our pickleball social is now **FULL**, we'd still love to see you!

Stop by to:
💚 Cheer on the players
🍴 Grab some lunch
🎟️ Purchase raffle tickets for over **70 amazing prizes**
📚 Pick up a copy of *I Laugh at My Mom Who Has Parkinson's Disease*, with **100% of the net proceeds benefiting Monterey Bay Power Over Parkinson's**
🏓 Try pickleball! Whether you have Parkinson's, limited mobility, or have never picked up a paddle before, we'll have opportunities to give it a try between **10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.**

Most importantly, come meet members of our Parkinson's community, learn more about the disease, and help us raise awareness. Together, we can create understanding, inspire hope, and remind those living with Parkinson's that they are not alone.

We can't wait to see our community come together as we go...

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💚 **NEON BRIGHT FOR A PARKINSON'S FIGHT!** 🎾

06/11/2026

💙 POP (Power Over Parkinson's) made history this year! 💙

POP attended its very first World Parkinson Congress (WPC) in Phoenix, held May 24–27, 2026. Nearly 4,000 people from around the world came together with one common goal—to improve the lives of those living with Parkinson's.

Scientists, doctors, researchers, people with Parkinson's, care partners, therapists, and exercise instructors gathered to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and build friendships and collaborations that will last a lifetime.

We are especially proud that at least 25 people from Monterey and Santa Cruz Counties were able to attend. For all but three or four of them, it was their very first World Parkinson Congress WPC—and to say it was life-changing would be an understatement.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community and the success of our fundraising efforts, many local people living with Parkinson's had the opportunity to experience the education, hope, inspiration, and global connection that the WPC provides.

I've included a short two-minute video that captures some of the highlights and the joy of this unforgettable event. It is a beautiful reminder that when a community comes together, we can create opportunities that truly change lives.

Together, we are building hope, creating connections, and proving that no one has to face Parkinson's alone.

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04/05/2026

We’re climbing—together 💚

Every first Thursday of the month, our POP community takes on something a little bold… rock climbing!

It’s not about how high you go—it’s about trying something new, building strength, and supporting each other every step of the way.

If you’re living with Parkinson’s (or supporting someone who is), come join us. You might surprise yourself.

04/04/2026

BIG NEWS! 🎉

POP Studio just got a major upgrade — we’ve expanded to 3,000 sq ft 🙌

Come celebrate with us at our Open House!
✨ Meet the team
✨ See the program in action
✨ Connect with an amazing community

📅 April 17 | ⏰ 4–7 PM | 📍 Monterey

Let’s fill this new space with energy, connection, and hope 💚

03/11/2026

We had a fantastic turnout for our last guest speaker event given by Dr Nima Beheshti about DBS. The presentation was very informative. Thank you Dr. Beheshti and all those who joined us.

Soaring WHope PD Soaring With Hope for PD - Parkinson's

03/01/2026

3/21/26 Workshop UNDERSTANDING VYALEV™, 12-1:30pm

A New Treatment Option for Parkinson’s Disease - Come learn about a new subcutaneous medication delivery sustem for a carbidopa/levodopa derivative developed by AbbVie Pharmaceuticals.

Location: POP Studio: 2555 Garden Road, Monterey

Sign up at the Studio or call/email:
​831.920.1806 [email protected]

03/01/2026

3/7/2026 workshop DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION (DBS) - 12:00-1:30 p.m.

A deep dive presentation on the surgical procedure of DBS presented by Dr. Nima Beheshti, Salinas Valley Health.

Location: POP Power Over Parkinson's Monterey, 2555 Garden Rd., Monterey CA

Sign up at the Studio or call/email:
​831.920.1806 [email protected]

12/28/2025

MCGives is our opportunity to grow your donation through The Community Foundation of Monterey County. Join us this last week of the campaign to help fund classes, equipment purchases and our new studio opening soon.

The mission of Power Over Parkinson’s is to enhance the lives of those in our community affected by Parkinson’s Disease by providing access to exercise programs that have been scientifically proven to slow disease progression.