The Parkinson’s Exercise and Wellness Center

What The Parkinson’s Exercise and Wellness Center does

The Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center (PEWC) is a private, nonprofit community center headquartered at 3660 W. 95th Street in Leawood, Kansas, serving the Kansas City metropolitan area. The organization delivers specialized exercise, therapy, and support programs for people with Parkinson's Disease (referred to internally as "Fighters"), their care partners, and individuals with Parkinson's Plus Syndromes (MSA, PSP, Lewy Body Dementia, Corticobasal Degeneration). Its program portfolio spans more than ten offerings, including Rock Steady Boxing, PWR (Parkinson's Wellness Recovery), Movement & Mobility, Parkinson's Art of Expression (PARTE), Mat Fusion, Movin' & Shakin', Spinal Roll & Release, Urban Poling, Fit2Care (care partner fitness), and on-site Occupational Therapy, complemented by support groups (PD Partners, Fighter Fellowship, Cognitive Connections), social events, and a resource library.

PEWC operates a recurring monthly membership model for access to classes, support groups, and social events, with pricing not publicly disclosed. Revenue is supplemented by donations processed through a Bloomerang-hosted giving portal and a corporate sponsorship program. Distribution is primarily in-person at the Leawood facility, with Zoom-enabled remote participation extending geographic reach modestly. The go-to-market motion is community-led, relying on word-of-mouth referrals, healthcare provider introductions, social events, and newsletter communication rather than digital marketing. A recent educational collaboration with the University of Kansas Medical Center (Dr. Andrea Lee, neurology, scheduled June 27, 2026) points to deliberate clinical-academic ecosystem building. The organization has no disclosed app, API, AI capabilities, or external funding rounds.

Name

The Parkinson’s Exercise and Wellness Center

Legal name

The Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center

Website

https://thepewc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center is a Leawood, Kansas-based nonprofit community center that delivers specialized exercise, occupational therapy, and support programs for people with Parkinson's Disease, their care partners, and Parkinson's Plus patients in the Kansas City metro, via a recurring membership model supplemented by donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Parkinson's Wellness and Therapeutic Exercise Services

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialized Adult Day Programs (Parkinson’s, Stroke, MS, etc.) (HSABANAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Parkinson’s & Movement-Disorder Personal Care Support (HSABABAJ), Group Fitness, Personal Training & Wellness Coaching (EDALAIAE)

Keywords

• Parkinson's exercise programs
• Neurological wellness services
• Therapeutic fitness programs
• Occupational therapy services
• Caregiver support groups

Headquarters

HQ city

Overland Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: The organization operates on a membership model where individuals with Parkinson's Disease and their care partners become members to access classes, support groups, and social events. Membership provides access to multiple class options, social gatherings, wellness events, and care partner groups.
2. Donations and Contributions: The PEWC accepts donations to support and grow their programs. The organization has a dedicated donation portal and corporate sponsorship program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

The PEWC is a membership-based exercise and wellness center that delivers Parkinson's-specific fitness classes, occupational therapy, and peer support groups for individuals with Parkinson's Disease and their care partners. Its core product is a curated portfolio of weekly exercise programs (Rock Steady Boxing, PWR, Movement & Mobility, Mat Fusion, Urban Poling, and others) targeted at motor and non-motor Parkinson's symptoms, complemented by support groups, social events, and educational resources. Services are delivered in-person at its Leawood, Kansas facility and remotely via Zoom.

Product overview

The Parkinson's Exercise and Wellness Center (The PEWC) is a dedicated fitness and wellness center offering a comprehensive portfolio of exercise and support services specifically designed for people with Parkinson's Disease. The organization provides a platform of core exercise programs including Rock Steady Boxing, PWR, Movement & Mobility, Parkinson's Art of Expression (PARTE), Mat Fusion, Movin' & Shakin', Spinal Roll & Release, Urban Poling, Fit2Care, and Occupational Therapy. These programs are complemented by support services including PD Partners (care partner support group), Fighter Fellowship, and Cognitive Connections support groups. The center also offers membership access, volunteer opportunities, and donation options to support its mission of improving the lives of people with Parkinson's Disease.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Rock Steady Boxing A non-contact boxing-inspired fitness program designed to improve strength, agility, and coordination for people with Parkinson's Disease.
• PWR (Parkinson's Wellness Recovery) Parkinson's-specific exercise program focused on mobility, balance, and functional movement targeting motor symptoms.
• Movement & Mobility Exercise classes designed to help with Parkinson's symptoms by targeting fitness, movement, balance, and cognition.
• Parkinson's Art of Expression (PARTE) Creative expression program for individuals with Parkinson's Disease focusing on artistic activities and emotional wellness.
• Mat Fusion Floor-based exercise class combining various techniques to improve flexibility, strength, and movement for PD patients.
• Movin' & Shakin' Dynamic exercise class focused on movement and shaking exercises to improve motor function and reduce rigidity.
• Spinal Roll & Release Therapeutic exercise class focusing on spinal mobility, tension release, and posture improvement for Parkinson's patients.
• Urban Poling Walking and pole-based exercise program designed to improve gait, balance, and overall mobility for people with Parkinson's.
• Fit2Care A fitness and therapy-based program specifically created for care partners of people living with Parkinson's Disease and Parkinson's Plus.
• Occupational Therapy Professional occupational therapy services to help manage daily activities and maintain independence despite Parkinson's symptoms.
• PD Partners Care partner support group providing a safe and compassionate space to share experiences, find encouragement, and build lasting connections for those caring for someone with Parkinson's.
• Fighter Fellowship Support group providing an opportunity for fighters to share personal experiences, feelings, coping strategies, and build community connections.
• Cognitive Connections Support group providing tools and techniques to manage cognitive changes due to Parkinson's related dementias, serving both fighters and care partners.
• PEWC Membership Subscription membership providing access to multiple class options, social gatherings, wellness events, occupational therapy sessions, and care partner groups for people with Parkinson's and their care partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Members report improved mobility and quality of life, with testimonials of individuals who regained ability to walk after joining the program

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• University of Kansas Medical CenterminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 June 2026Dr. Andrea Lee, a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Neurology at University of Kansas Medical Center, will be speaking at a PEWC event on June 27, 2026. Dr. Lee will be sharing research on PD related disorders and new therapies. The collaboration provides educational content and medical expertise to the PEWC community.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• LSVT Global: Provides the LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD clinically-validated Parkinson's therapy programs. Comparable as a Parkinson-specialized therapy provider but operates a clinician-training and digital-delivery model rather than community-center exercise classes.
• NeuroFit Network: Network of Parkinson's-specialized exercise instructors and gyms across multiple states. Directly comparable model — facility- and community-based PD exercise programming — but at broader geographic scale than PEWC's single site.

Broad incumbents

• Brian Grant Foundation: Parkinson's-focused nonprofit providing exercise, nutrition, and motivation resources. Comparable mission around wellness for people with PD, though it operates as a digital/community education organization rather than a brick-and-mortar exercise facility.
• Davis Phinney Foundation: National Parkinson's nonprofit that funds programs, education, and exercise research. Comparable as a mission-aligned Parkinson's wellness organization but operates at a broader advocacy and grantmaking level rather than running its own gym/community center.
• The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research: Largest Parkinson's-focused research funder. Adjacent peer in mission scope (advancing Parkinson's care and research) but operates globally and primarily funds research rather than delivering community exercise programs.
• American Parkinson Disease Association: National nonprofit funding Parkinson's research, patient services, and education. Comparable as a PD-focused community organization providing resources and local chapter support, though not a direct gym operator.
• Parkinson's Foundation: Large national Parkinson's advocacy and research organization funding PD programs and care centers nationwide. Comparable in mission but operates at population scale (advocacy, research, professional education) rather than community-level exercise delivery.

Direct peers

• Rock Steady Boxing: National non-profit that licenses the Parkinson's-specific boxing program PEWC offers. Operates a global affiliate network of independently owned gyms running the same curriculum, making it the closest structural peer — both deliver Rock Steady Boxing to PD patients via membership-based community classes.
• Power for Parkinson's: Texas-based nonprofit offering free Parkinson's exercise classes and care partner support. Closely comparable operating model: free/donation-supported community classes, care partner programs, and disease-specific exercise specialization — essentially a regional sibling to PEWC.
• PWR! (Parkinson Wellness Recovery): Founded by Dr. Becky Farley, PWR! licenses the Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR) exercise curriculum — the same branded program PEWC delivers. Directly comparable as a Parkinson-specific exercise methodology provider with parallel clinical-research-to-community delivery.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ThePewc_KC
• Facebookfacebook.com/thepewc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/thepewc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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