Believe Health, Fitness & Wellbeing, based at St John’s United Reform Church on Wilderspool Causeway, has been running weekly sessions since May 2024, and their popularity has steadily increased.
To mark their first year, the group recently held two celebratory events.
Each event featured 30-minute workouts, followed by social gatherings with cake and coffee.
The neuro fitness initiative is expanding across the North West, encouraging more communities in Warrington and surrounding areas to maintain active lifestyles.
It supports people with neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s, multiple sclerosis (MS), and stroke.
Being active is one of the best ways for people to live well with long-term health conditions.
(Image: Supplied) Neuro fitness can contribute to better balance, coordination, and muscle strength, while also providing a fun and social way for people to enjoy an active lifestyle.
John, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s just over five years ago, regularly participates in the weekly Warrington neuro fitness classes.
Speaking about the group and being part of the anniversary celebrations, John said: “In the last 12 months, people have noticed my walking and posture have improved, my flexibility and core strength have vastly improved.
“I used to get dyskinesia in my shoulder which was a gut-aching pain, that’s gone, which is a blessing.
“I really enjoy coming to these sessions, Zoe is a great teacher, and the workouts are always really fun and relaxed.
“I also find it gets me out of the house and means I can meet other people who are experiencing the same thing as me.
“I would definitely recommend the classes to anyone living locally who has Parkinson’s, it’s not just about being active as a group, it is also my chance to meet new people and enjoy the social benefits of being active with others.”
Zoe Brown, an exercise specialist and neuro physio at Believe Health, Fitness & Wellbeing, spoke about the growth of the Parkinson’s classes.
She said: “I am so proud of the dedication and progress of all our participants.
“The hard work they put into each and every class is reflected in the progress they continue to make, not only in the classes, but also in their day-to-day lives.
“Everyone has become so close since we started the classes, with members meeting up for social events and even going for Christmas lunch together.”
For more information about the Believe Health, Fitness and Wellbeing classes or to book your place, contact Zoe Brown on 07423 252 231 or email classes@believehfw.co.uk.