Your first experience of virtual reality
ParkinsonVRMove brings together people living with Parkinson’s in Geneva to move, play and connect through virtual reality. New to VR? Start with a free introduction, with our support.
I’m new to VR
A free one-hour introduction to try Beat Saber and Racket Pinball with our support.
Discover the free introductionI already have a headset
Join us to practise and share experiences. If you already own a headset, an introduction is not compulsory.
Explore our meetingsI’d like to rent
After an introduction, explore other games with a club headset. Rental costs CHF 10 per hour.
Explore rentalYour first visit in three steps
Send your request
Choose a time slot in the introduction form.
Wait for our confirmation
Please wait for us to confirm your visit before coming.
Discover VR with our support
We help you use the headset and try the games at your own pace.
Practical information
Where?
Espace de Quartier Pâquis, Geneva.
Rue Jean-Charles-Amat 6, on the corner of rue des Buis. Entrance at the rear.
When?
Every Wednesday, 08:30 to 10:30.
Introductions by appointment: 08:30 to 09:30 or 09:30 to 10:30.
Who is it for, and what does it cost?
For people living with Parkinson’s. The introduction is free, with no membership required, in French, English or German.
Move and connect through virtual reality
ParkinsonVRMove is a Geneva association run by and for people living with Parkinson’s. We meet to move, play and encourage one another, each at our own pace.
With virtual reality, we explore games that get the body moving and engage our attention in a friendly atmosphere.
New to VR? A free one-hour introduction lets you discover Beat Saber and Racket Pinball, without becoming a member. Our weekly meetings then offer opportunities to practise and share experiences.
Book a free introduction Explore our activities
What we aim to do
Maintain mobility, engage coordination and attention, and enjoy being active together: these aims guide our activities.
Everyone takes part according to their abilities. Our activities complement usual care and therapies.
Games and applications
Move to music, punch balls, play table tennis or take a moment to relax: different games offer a range of experiences.
The introduction covers Beat Saber and Racket Pinball. You can explore other applications by renting a headset or bringing your own to our meeting space.
Join us in Pâquis
Every Wednesday from 08:30 to 10:30 at the Espace de Quartier Pâquis, at the corner of rue Jean-Charles-Amat 6 and rue des Buis in Geneva. The entrance is at the rear of the building.
Introduction sessions are by appointment, from 08:30 to 09:30 or from 09:30 to 10:30.
Questions before your visit
Do I need to own a headset?
No. We provide a headset during the free introduction.
Do I need to be a member to try?
No. Neither the free introduction nor headset rental requires membership.
What will I try during the introduction?
You will learn to use the headset with Beat Saber and Racket Pinball, where we punch the balls with our fists. Other applications can be explored by renting a headset or bringing your own.
Can someone accompany me?
Please mention your companion in the introduction request so we can prepare your welcome.
How do I pay for rental?
Rental costs CHF 10 per hour, with no deposit. TWINT is accepted; please bring the exact amount if paying in cash.