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CoachCon 2023 Presentation Materials

In this course, there are PDFs of presentations from Coach Con 2023. These are for review and any questions can be directed towards the presenter. Each presentation is the intellectual property of the presenter and should not be used or disseminated without permission of the presenter.

Expert/Presenters in this conference include:

  • Joanne Wojcieszek, MD IUHealth Neurology
  • Chris Timberlake, Director of Training & Education, Rock Steady Boxing
  • Connie Fiems, PT, DHSc Chief Scientific Officer, Rock Steady Boxing
  • Diana Oliver, Co-owner of Urban Poling
  • Cynthia Badrak, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Darryn Pulanco, Michael J Fox Foundation
  • Jojo McDuffie, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Angie Schroeder, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Timorei Spaulding, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Michelle DelGiorno, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Dan Ritchie, President Functional Aging Institute
  • Jessical Eckelbarger, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Elizabeth McWilliams, MS OTR, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Alexandra Gortchilova, Esq Corporate Attorney
  • Kate Erdel, Esq Parner at Dentons Bingham Greenebaum
  • Randy Ballard, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Patricia Wessels, PT, Rock Steady Certified Coach
  • Pilar Benassi, Rock Steady Certified Coach
  • Calissa Palches, PMD Alliance
  • James Todd, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Traci Aday, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Laura Guse, LSVT Global
  • Cindy Conte, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Freddy Silva, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Sherri Bickley. Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
  • Al Latulippi, Rock Steady Boxing Certified Coach
Conference Sessions (Breakouts) include:
Thursday, September 21st, 2023

  • Changing the Perceptions of Parkinson's
  • Urban Poling
  • Pilates for Parkinson's
  • RSB Assessments & Reassessments: How to gather accurate & useful information
  • The latest in PD research from the MJFF
  • Strength: Started from the bottom now we're here
  • The immeasurable benefits of cardio drumming
  • Grassroots marketing: Graphic design for beginners
  • Interactive partner boxing drills
  • Functional Aging Institute: Functional circuits for 1:1 or group training
  • Ideas and modifications for PD level 3/4 boxers
  • Non-profit versus for-profit panel
  • Functional Aging Institute: Balance and power
Friday, September 22nd, 2023
  • Sustaining mentally & physically as a coach
  • Boxing/kickboxing techniques for RSB fighters
  • Teaching exercise modifications for stiff & cranky joints
  • Cultivating community: Get to know you & beyond
  • The importance of the warm-up and cool down in an RSB class
  • Beyond boxing: Adding agility, balance, and posture into your classes
  • When fitness meets function: Partnering with LSVT providers in your community to fight back against PD at every stage
  • New affiliate or seasoned business owner: Tips on running your business
  • Multi-site affiliate owner panel discussion
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
  • Recertification Training