Come along to our Parkinson’s Awareness Event

Join us at Newark Sports and Fitness Centre next Tuesday 15 September from midday (12pm) for a relaxed Parkinson’s Awareness Event. This brings together local support, advice and activity opportunities in one welcoming and friendly space.

The free drop-in event is open to people living with Parkinson’s, as well as family members, friends, carers and anyone who would like to find out more. You don't have to be an Active4Today member to attend. It's open to everyone.

Find out how physical activity can help people living with Parkinson’s maintain independence, improve wellbeing and manage symptoms.

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What’s happening?

You’ll be able to speak to local organisations and health professionals, pick up useful information, ask questions and discover services available across the community. Throughout the drop-in session over 12pm to 3pm, you can speak to:

• Parkinsons UK
• NHS Physiotherapists
• Active Partnerships
• Your CVS (Community and Voluntary Service)
• Talking Therapies
• Newark and Sherwood District Council
• Active4Today

Afterwards, there is the opportunity over 3pm to 4pm to join two taster activities suitable for people with Parkinson’s. These are:

• Active NeuroFit – our current weekly fitness class to enhance your strength, mobility and balance.

If you love the taster, you can book onto our Tuesday 3pm to 3:45pm sessions at Newark. £5 pay as you go or free with an Activo membership.

• Tai Chi – a one-off special designed to be suitable for arthritis and falls prevention, with seated option available

Let us know if you’d attend this regularly and we can explore it as part of our future fitness programme.

Event details

• Date: Tuesday 15^th September 2026
• Timings:
  • 12pm to 3pm – Drop-in anytime over the 3 hours to chat with local organisations and health professionals
  • 3pm to 3:25pm – Active NeuroFit taster session (25 mins)
  • 3:30pm to 3:55pm – Tai Chi taster session (25 mins)
• Location: Squash Courts (First Floor) at Newark Sports and Fitness Centre, NG24 4FH
• Cost: Free for everyone, don’t have to be an Active4Today member
• Free refreshments available throughout
• Tables and chairs available so you can take time to chat, network and connect with others

Our Sports and Active Lifestyles Team will be on hand to greet you and help you find the squash courts on the first floor. We have a lift available for those who need it.

Everyone is welcome to drop-in or book on, have a conversation and find out more. We look forward to seeing you there!