ACCREDITED BY THE PARKINSON’S FOUNDATION

Exercise professionals completing your healthcare team

The Neuro Exercise Specialist (NES) training program was developed by Movement Revolution to set a professional standard for exercise professionals serving the Parkinson’s disease community. Our NES training course was selected as one of the first Parkinson’s Accredited Exercise Education programs.

Parkinson’s Foundation Accredited Exercise Education Program badge
60 daysof initial NES training
Every yearwritten & practical recertification
B.S. minimumin Exercise Science; Master’s preferred
Exclusiveheld only by Movement Revolution staff

How a Neuro Exercise Specialist is made

Every NES meets these requirements, and keeps meeting them.

01

Degree

At least a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science; Master’s degree preferred.

02

Certification

A current, nationally accredited personal training certification, plus current BLS/AED certification.

03

60-day NES training

The pathophysiology, treatments and symptoms of Parkinson’s, applied with the latest clinical research.

04

Hands-on practice

How to effectively lead neuro-exercise assessments, one-on-one sessions and group classes.

05

Annual recertification

Written and practical tests every year to maintain NES competency.

A Neuro Exercise Specialist training a client

What it means for you

The NES program gives our trainers a comprehensive skill set to address the diverse needs, goals, and symptoms of people with Parkinson’s. They combine a sound understanding of the condition with the latest clinical research to create exercise sessions that truly impact and empower each client.

The result is a more engaging, collaborative, and personalized approach to exercise, so you can live stronger every day, in the ways that matter most to you.

Ready to get started? So are we.

Our team is ready to help answer all of your questions. Schedule your assessment today, or call (312) 465-3921.

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