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Stephanie Christenson, CSCS, RYT-200, AEA |
Stephanie Christenson has been working in the fitness industry for 10 years. Stephanie graduated from Penn State with a BS in Kinesiology. She is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) with the National Strength and Conditioning Association, and a 200h-Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance, and a certified Aqua Exercise Instructor through the Aquatic Exercise Association. Stephanie is the fitness coordinator at Mid-Valley Athletic Club in Tucson, AZ. She has been working with people with Parkinson’s for 5 years. She will bring her experience, and clever, practical approach to the PWR! GYM programs where she will teach the PWR! MOVES, PWR! MOVES4FUNCTION, PWR! H2O AND PWR! YOGA classes. Stephanie is also a Personal Trainer available for one-on-one workout sessions in the pool or over ground!
"I strive to offer a class that offers a social, fun and supportive environment for participants and friends"
-Stephanie
PWR! Academy
Purpose
- Promote early and continuous access to PD-specific exercise programs based upon the latest scientific advances shown to: improve function, quality of life, slow motor deterioration, and change the brain!
- Establish a network of PD-expert exercise sites and individuals across AZ.
Testimonials
“ When I come to class, I don’t feel like I have Parkinson’s
- John Giacoletti, class member
What a difference a disease makes!! Now exercising isn’t an option; it’s a given. It’s my job.
- “Peggy Van Hulsteyn”





