What is Punch pd
Punch PD is a new boxing class specifically designed for those with Parkinson’s Disease. Punch PD is an all-encompassing training method that combines aerobic, strength, and agility with focus, memory and coordination.
Weekly boxing class for Parkinsons Disease
Wednesdays 11am
Why boxing works?
Dynamic balance:
Manoeuvres like reaching overhead while punching speed bags, multidirectional reaching and stepping when completing focus mitt drills, both of which require you to maintain and adjust your balance.
Coordination and motor planning:
Your brain has to coordinate hands, feet, hips, and posture at the same time.
Dual tasking:
Not only physical dual tasking but cognitive dual tasking where you have to complete a cognitive and physical task at the same time.
Attention and focus:
You have to concentrate on instructions, combos, timing, and targets—whether it’s a bag, pads, or shadowboxing. Staying mentally engaged keeps movements accurate and safe.
Memory:
Boxing workouts rely on remembering punch combinations, footwork patterns, and sequences called out by a coach or shown in a class.
Reaction and timing:
During boxing you react to cues—numbers, visual signals, rhythm —deciding when to punch, move, or reset.
Cognitive flexibility:
Switching between combinations, speeds, or drills forces your brain to adapt quickly and shift between tasks.
High-intensity:
Helps the brain receive more—and better quality—signals from the body, which may make it easier for people to process and combine sensory information.
Your coach: Jacinta Bonaventura
• 13 years of clinical experience as an Exercise Physiologist
• Special interest in Parkinson’s Disease
• Training in PD Warrior, LSVT BIG, Boxing CS3 for PD
Introductory assessment: 45 min $75 - $130
PD specific assessment
Introduction to 6 core boxing movements
Report can be supplied to GP (optional)
Weekly boxing group class: 60 min $20
Non-contact boxing involving components of cardio, agility, boxing, calisthenics, hand-eye coordination, and strength conditioning
2 to 8 participants
All equipment provided
Location: Empower Health NQ, 1/153 – 155 Charters Towers Rd
