Free 12 Week Exercise Programme
Designed for People with EOPD
Motiv8 Fitness, Waterford City

Register Today for Our FREE 12-Week Programme Designed Specifically for People Living with Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease

Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Ireland (EOPD Ireland), in partnership with Motiv8 Fitness, is delighted to launch a FREE 12-week evidence-based exercise programme designed specifically for people living with Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease in Waterford City. The program is open to people of Parkinson’s Disease of all ages.

Exercise is one of the few interventions proven to help slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, improve mobility, reduce stiffness and support both physical and mental wellbeing.

Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or have been living with Parkinson’s for many years, these classes provide a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where you can exercise alongside others who understand your journey.

Programme Details

1 September – 19 November 2026

Duration

12 Weeks

Two classes each week

Tuesday
10:30am – 11:30am

Thursday
2:30pm – 3:30pm

Motiv8 Fitness – Unit 38, Newtown Industrial Estate Waterford, X91 XA9W

Located less than 1km from SETU Waterford Campus with free parking available.

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Meet Your Instructor

Lauren Murphy is a REPS Ireland Certified Health Specialist, Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor with a BSc (Hons) in Health & Exercise Science (Level 8) from South East Technological University (SETU), Waterford.

Lauren has experience delivering safe, evidence-based exercise programmes for individuals and groups and is passionate about helping people improve their strength, mobility, confidence and overall quality of life through physical activity.

She works closely with participants to ensure exercises are tailored to individual abilities, creating an inclusive, supportive and encouraging environment where everyone can exercise safely and progress at their own pace.

Lauren has a particular interest in neurological health and understands the important role exercise plays in helping people living with Parkinson’s disease maintain independence, improve mobility and enhance wellbeing.

Throughout the 12-week programme, Lauren will guide participants through a variety of functional exercises designed to improve:

  • Balance and stability
  • Strength and endurance
  • Mobility and flexibility
  • Walking and gait
  • Coordination
  • Confidence in everyday movement

Whether you’re new to exercise or already active, Lauren will provide encouragement, adaptations and professional guidance to help you get the most from every session.

Who Can Attend?

These classes are suitable for:

  • People living with Parkinson’s disease
  • Individuals with Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease (EOPD)
  • Adults of all ages and stages of Parkinson’s
  • Those who are newly diagnosed or have been living with Parkinson’s for many years

The programme has been designed to accommodate a range of abilities, with exercises adapted where appropriate.

What to Expect

Each session focuses on evidence-based exercise shown to benefit people living with Parkinson’s, including:

  • Balance and stability
  • Functional strength
  • Mobility and flexibility
  • Walking and gait training
  • Cardiovascular fitness
  • Coordination
  • Confidence and wellbeing

Classes are delivered in a supportive, safe environment by qualified fitness professionals with experience working with people living with neurological conditions.

Why Exercise Matters

Research consistently shows that regular exercise can:

  • Improve balance and reduce falls risk
  • Maintain strength and independence
  • Improve walking and mobility
  • Reduce stiffness
  • Improve mood and confidence
  • Support long-term brain health
  • Help manage Parkinson’s symptoms

For many people living with Parkinson’s, exercise is considered one of the most important parts of ongoing self-management.

Places are limited and advance registration is essential.

Register Today For The FREE 12-Week Programme

Complete our online registration form below to reserve your place.

Register Today!

Alternatively contact us with any questions at:

Email: info@eopd.ie

Phone: 086 103 0266

About Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Ireland

Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease Ireland is the national charity supporting people diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease under the age of 65 and their families.

We provide information, education, peer support, exercise opportunities, advocacy and community programmes to help people live well with Parkinson’s.

Visit www.eopd.ie to learn more.