Bigger and Better - fighting back against Parkinson's

30/09/2026

When we started Bigger & Better 8 years ago, it was meant to just be a bit of a side hustle - 1 or 2 classes a week to get a handful of people with Parkinson’s (including my Dad) exercising. Little did I know that it would evolve into 12 classes a week and various other pop up programmes, helping hundreds of people with Parkinson’s over the years and having over 100 active members at any one time. Nor did I know that I’d have an amazing team behind me to still allow me to do my day job!

I also did not expect that I would be entrusted to run events like this- this year, for the Parkinson's UK Excellence Network Exercise Hub Study Day, we had 101 people registered - that’s 101 health and fitness professionals coming together to learn and help their people with Parkinson’s live well too. It really is such an honour. Thank you to my Exercise Hub partner in crime Sophia Hulbert, the fabulous Excellence Network team, and the amazing core Hub members for making this event happen 💙

18/09/2026

We’ve had so much going on at Bigger & Better over the past few weeks — far too much to fit into one post!
First up, we’re excited to have been working with Humanity Warwick Physio & Pilates Clinic, who are running some Reformer Pilates taster sessions for our members.
We’ve had some fantastic feedback so far, and it’s brilliant to see our people with Parkinson’s getting the chance to try something new, in a safe and supportive environment, and having fun along the way 💙

21/08/2026

These Parkinson's UK webinars are are great source of information and support and recommended for all who are newly diagnosed. Get in touch with [email protected] to find out more 💙

17/08/2026

We’re really excited to share the full agenda for the Parkinson's UK Excellence Network Exercise Hub Study Day 2026 – From Evidence to Action: Supporting self-management in Parkinson’s.

These events are always great, and this one should be no different. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic day of expert insight, interactive sessions, practical ideas and networking, with contributions from people with lived experience too.

Suitable for all health and fitness professionals who have a passion for improving the lives of people living with Parkinson's.

📅 Friday 25 September | 📍 Birmingham

If you’ve been thinking about coming, now’s the time to book — we’d love to see you there!

Find out more and book here:https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/professionals/events-and-learning/exercise-hub-study-day-2026

09/08/2026

Congratulations to our kick-boxing coach Kieran Piggott on passing his Parkinson’s NeuroTrainer course, and a big thank you for all his dedication and hard work in class too 💙🥋

15/07/2026

Well done Ken on this fabulous podcast episode. Many of our members will know Ken as he attends most of our classes! I don't know where he has the time on top of his walking football, pickle ball and table tennis, as well as being committee member for the Leamington and Warwick Branch of Parkinson's UK. He is a true inspiration and a great speaker. A big thank you to both him and Phil for flying the Bigger & Better flag on this epsisode too. A great listen for all those keen on sport and activity. If anyone is keen to try the Parkinson's Walking Football at Racing Club Warwick F.C. please get in touch with Mike Southam on 07546 252769

Listen to RW and RCWFC | 10th July 2026 by Radio Warneford

01/07/2026

We have some new toys! A big thank you to Sport Parkinson's for funding these for us, and to WALX for our instructor awareness training. We look forward to incorporating walking pole work into our classes very soon 😀

30/06/2026

Showcasing our Parkinson's Functional Fitness class based in Atherstone, North Warwickshire. This fun and motivating class provides a great combination of cardio, strength, balance, co-ordination and flexibility work - everything you need to fulfil your Parkinson's exercise prescription. With passionate and knowledgeable coaching, helpful therapy oversight and friendly peer support, it is great for keeping you fit, active, social and independent. Contact us to find out more
[email protected] 07715884255 https://www.biggerandbetterforparkinsons.co.uk
WhitelawWellbeing Siblin Personal Training

30/04/2026

We have a few spaces available in our Parkinson's Functional Fitness Class at Siblin Personal Training with WhitelawWellbeing 🏋
A fun and motivating class, it'll get your heart pumping and those muscles working, all with the aim of helping you to better manage your symptoms and maximise your well-being.
The class is currently subsidised by a grant from Parkinson's UK
Please get in touch to book your place or to find out more:
Emma 07715884255 [email protected]
Parkinson's UK Midlands

27/04/2026

What a day! 💥
Thank you to everyone who came along to our Exercise-a-thon yesterday. It was such a fun-filled event with incredible session leaders and a brilliant range of activities including walking football, walking netball, kickboxing, t’ai chi, yoga, dance and functional strength. It was amazing to see so many people trying new things and supporting each other throughout. We couldn’t believe the energy of some of our members, who lasted the whole day!
A big, big thank you to our fantastic coach Lisa for helping organise the day, and to all our session leaders who generously gave their time. We’re also so grateful to all the volunteers who helped everything run smoothly.
And thank you to everyone for your fundraising efforts—we’re so close to reaching our target! If you’d still like to donate, please check the link here https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/biggerandbetter 💙🏋🏻‍♀️🥊
Paragon Health & Fitness
Off-Balance Dance
Enrich yoga
England Netball