Movement Matters: Parkinson’s and Exercise
Read more about this free, upcoming course about Parkinson's and the benefits of exercise and being active.
Coming soon
Empower your practice, transform lives through movement.
Exercise can be a powerful component in managing Parkinson’s, promoting long-term health, and maintaining levels of independence for people with Parkinson’s. This course offers exercise professionals and sports coaches support to build their confidence and increase understanding around Parkinson’s and physical activity.
What will you learn?
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- understand that exercise plays a valuable role in managing Parkinson’s by improving mobility, physical function, emotional wellbeing, as well as having neuroprotective benefits
- recognise that Parkinson’s is a complex, progressive neurological condition that affects each person uniquely
- identify key motor and non-motor symptoms and understand how they can impact movement, cognition and safety
- apply Parkinson’s-specific movement principles, to adapt exercises while ensuring progression, safety and inclusivity
- recognise the importance of time-critical medication and how fluctuations can influence a person’s ability to exercise
- reflect on the power of exercise to enhance social connection, cultivate joy and reduce isolation.
Why enrol?
You will gain actionable, real-world strategies that you can apply immediately within your professional practice. Learn to adapt foundational exercises and movement to meet unique individual needs, ensuring every participant can move with greater range, stability, confidence, and enjoyment regardless of where they are on their Parkinson’s journey.
Join the course
Ready to enhance your skills and inspire positive change? Step forward to expand your expertise and support individuals living with Parkinson's to move with confidence.
Acknowledgements
Thank you to the following individuals for their support with the planning, development and review of this course:
Anna Castiaux: Physical activity lead, Parkinson’s UK
Dr. Sophia Hulbert: Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist Parkinson’s, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Rob Harrison: Development Officer - Active Cornwall
Matt Elkington: EDI Programme Manager, Lawn Tennis Association
Anna Kharin: Neuro Physio and co-founder, Neuro Heroes
Marlies van Nimwegen: Coordinator Physical therapy, ParkinsonNet
