Parkinson's Retreat!
Journey to the Optimal You!
Sept 18-21, 2025
Green Lake Conference Center
Green Lake, WI
OUR GOAL
Spark that next Adventure!
Has your Parkinson's diagnosis dampened your active lifestyle? Are you limiting activity because you have noticed some changes in your movements, are unsure of what you are capable of achieving now, anxious about not being able to keep up with your family and friends or maybe all of the above? You have come to the right place. Journey to the Optimal YOU retreat is here to guide and empower you to break through those boundaries and live life to the fullest.
What is included?
Exercise Is Medicine
Learn PD specific exercises to prepare you for whatever adventure you have in mind. We will explore outdoor and recreational activities. Possible activities include hiking, biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, basketball, volleyball, and kickball.
Educational Workshops
Specialists will discuss topics that commonly impact the quality of life for People with PD, such as; sleep hygiene, stress management, and nutrition. As well, they will teach you strategies to successfully implement healthy habits at home.
Relaxation & Fun
Free time available each day to recharge; whether that is reading a book, taking a quick nap, or sitting at the water's edge. Fun, social activities will be planned as well, such as campfires, cards/games, and maybe even some dancing.
Weekend Agenda!
Thursday
12:00pm Orientation
3:00pm Urban Poling
4:00pm Check In Rooms
5:00pm Dinner
6:00pm Breathing & Mobility
7:00pm Campfire & Mingle
Friday & Saturday
7:00am PWR! Moves
7:30am Breakfast
8:30am Kickball/Basketball
10:00am Education Session
12:00pm Lunch
1:00pm Kayak / Bike
3:00pm Relax on Own
5:00pm Dinner
6:00pm Yoga & Mobility
7:00pm Campfire & Cards
Sunday
7:00am PWR! Moves
7:30am Breakfast
8:30am Check Out Rooms
9:00am Urban Poling
11:00am Closing Ceremony
TESTIMONIALS
Voices of impact
Hear from those who have experienced the transformative power of the PD Retreat.
The retreat met and exceeded all of our expectations. Recognizing the shared nature of all our experiences really enhanced the opportunity for learning and expanded our network.
Jeff and Cleo, PwPD & Teammate
This retreat was so well put together! You thought of everything. Surprisingly LOVED basketball! I honestly was not looking forward to it, but Kevin and I really enjoyed it! Stepping outside our comfort zone was surprisingly fun :) I am impressed and honored to have been at your first retreat with my sweet husband.
Karen, Teammate of PwPD
Retreat Expectations
The weekend was designed to be an unforgettable and transformative experience. The retreat experience will start with a pre-event welcome call to set expectations. The retreat is small and intimate so each person will have direct access to specialists in the field of PD - the ratio being 2-3 PwPD to 1 PD Professional. Bonus option, bring a teammate (spouse or friend) to join you for the weekend; together you will navigate how to best support each other along life's journey with PD. After the retreat, there will be a group coaching session to discuss successes and problem solve areas that have been harder to transition into daily habits for a healthier lifestyle. You will leave this event aligned and ready to embrace your best life.
Still have questions, see FAQ's at the bottom of the page and/or email: joy@joyexplorations.com
Register NOW as spots are limited!
Inaugural Parkinson's Retreat 2024
Retreat Founder & Staff
Dr Joy Cochran is a Physical Therapist passionate about empowering People with Parkinson's Disease (PwPD). She has her pulse on the latest PD research, is a member of the Davis Phinney Foundation Exercise Think Tank, received grant money from the PD Foundation for Community Programs, and presented a poster highlighting the success of her Outdoor Adventure Program for PwPD at the 2023 World Parkinson's Congress in Barcelona, Spain. Joy holds all of the below certifications specific for treating PwPD.
Retreat Staff are Doctors of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Assistant's, and Instructors that all have extensive experience in treating PwPD and certifications with some or all of the below:
Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR!) Moves
Activator Program by Urban Poling
Rock Steady Boxing (RSB)
LSVT BIG
Frequently Asked Questions
Accommodations
Each person with PD will get their own individual hotel room with a private bathroom. If you are attending with a teammate, you will share a hotel room that has 2 beds.
Size of Retreat
Participation is capped at 10 PwPD. The goal is to have an intimate experience with everyone getting personal attention and leaving with new friends and a support community. The ratio of staff to PwPD is 1:2-3. So utilize this opportunity to pick their brain.
Invest in your HEALTH
A lot of consideration was taken to keep the retreat as cost effective as possible while maximizing results. An average week-long self guided vacation for one is said to be about $1984 and for two $3969. This retreat provides specific instruction from professionals that would normally charge $100+/hour for their services. That makes the 2025 PD Retreat an event you can't affort to pass up!
JOY Explorations LLC
Phone: (307) 631-3414
Email: joy@joyexplorations.com
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