How Adaptive Personal Trainers Are Helping People with Parkinson’s Stay Active

Parkinson’s affects over 145,000 people in the UK, presenting a range of challenges such as tremors, stiffness, balance issues, and slowed movement. While medical care plays an important role, specialised exercise rehabilitation is increasingly recognised for its powerful impact on managing symptoms and enhancing quality of life.

This is where adaptive personal trainers step in — professionals trained to deliver safe, effective, and personalised exercise support tailored to the unique needs of individuals living with Parkinson’s.

RMR Rehabilitation: Supporting Clients Living with Parkinson’s

A leading example in this space is RMR Rehabilitation — a forward-thinking organisation that supports individuals with neurological conditions, including those living with Parkinson’s. RMR combines clinical insight with functional movement strategies to help clients maintain independence, improve mobility, and build confidence through bespoke rehabilitation programmes.

Working in collaboration with adaptive personal trainers, RMR ensures that clients receive well-rounded, expert care that promotes both physical and emotional wellbeing.

Become a Specialist: Parkinson’s Course for Fitness Professionals

To prepare personal trainers for this important work, Adaptive Fitness Training Ltd (AFT) offers a dedicated Parkinson’s Exercise and Rehabilitation Course. This CPD- CIMSPA accredited programme equips fitness professionals with the skills and knowledge to:

• Understand the progression and symptoms of Parkinson’s

• Design safe, effective, and adaptable exercise programmes

• Communicate effectively with clients experiencing neurological challenges

• Apply practical tools for day-to-day coaching and support

Completing this course enables trainers to work confidently and compassionately with clients living with Parkinson’s — supporting them in staying active, independent, and empowered.

Showcase Your Qualification – For Free

Once the Parkinson’s course is completed, trainers can create a free professional profile on the Adaptive Fitness Training website. This profile highlights their qualifications and allows them to be listed in a national directory of adaptive personal trainers.

Trainers can also advertise their services for free on the Parkinson’s Local Services pages, making it easier for clients and carers to connect with trusted professionals in their area.

Enhance Your Professional Status with CIMSPA

Trainers who are registered with CIMSPA (the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity) can also receive a CIMSPA-endorsed digital badge . This badge highlights their specialist qualification and enhances their professional recognition within the health and fitness sector.

Conclusion: Join the Movement

With more people living with Parkinson’s and growing awareness of how movement can help, now is the perfect time for personal trainers to gain the skills needed to support this community.

The Parkinson’s course from Adaptive Fitness Training Ltd — together with the hands-on, client-focused approach of organisations like RMR Rehabilitation — offers a clear and rewarding pathway into this important area of work.

Support strength. Inspire confidence. Make movement matter.

👉 Register for the Parkinson’s course today. https://adaptivefitnesstraining.co.uk/

👉 Discover how RMR Rehabilitation supports clients with Parkinson’s. www.rmr-rehabilitation.co.uk