Testimonials

"Lidia is extremely knowledgeable on the benefits of functional fitness but more importantly she is passionate about helping and educating her clients. I have really enjoyed having Lidia teach me -  she is very patient and encouraging plus her classes are fun- they  have helped improve my overall fitness, movement (both my fine motor skills and gait) and mood."

"Following my PD diagnosis a year ago I was introduced to Lidia by RUILS (social prescribers). Initially she provided some 1:1 exercise sessions then encouraged me to join her weekly class at Kew. When diagnosed I knew no-one who had PD and little about the condition. Joining the class I met a friendly and knowledgeable group of people, happy to share their experiences of living with PD. Lidia has been an excellent instructor and particularly strong on teaching us exercises to combat PD challenges including building strength, improving balance and getting up from the floor. She has encouraged me to see exercise as a way of life and to believe that PD symptoms can be kept at bay with a regular fitness routine. I look forward to continuing membership of Lidia's classes." 

"Your meticulous attention to detail and dedication to understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals like myself who suffer from Parkinson's has had a significant and positive impact on my life. In a relatively short period, I have experienced remarkable improvements in my gait, posture, muscle strength, and flexibility, which I attribute to your expert guidance and support"

"I cannot recommend Lidia Lonergan's PWR exercise class highly enough. Before joining the class my life had become miserable as I spent far too much time having serious falls, culminating in frequent visits to A&E.  I was always afraid my next fall would  result in death or cause other resultant disabilities. I could not have predicted, however, the impact that these specialised exercises would have on my condition. Gradually, I became more confident again, was not falling over and hope was restored once again; each class boosting my serotonin massively. Lidia is a charming, erudite instructor who encourages you to get the best out of yourself and stimulates all her students , whatever stage their PD has reached, and with her nowledge is always able to advise individuals and the group, as to how to counteract or manage any new difficulties that may arise "

"I find the class [PD] the best thing I've done since being diagnosed and seemingly the chat afterwards always throws up some info that you just don't get from consultants"

"I was newly diagnosed with Parkinson's and in a state of shock. Right from the beginning, I was welcomed me to the group with kindness and enthusiasm for how all our lives could be improved with exercise. I have learnt so much from Lidia about Parkinson's and how it can affect you both physically and emotionally. She has a very deep level of knowledge about the disease and a positive outlook. Lidia makes the classes fun and is very caring - checking in with each individual so they get maximum benefit from the exercises. She varies what we do se we're never bored. I look forward to going each week - Lidia is an inspiration!"

• it is fun & friendly
• it is good for your mind and body
• it is adaptable, standing or sitting         
• if your class is not available you can drop into another teacher’s class, be welcomed by the members and know that you will be able to follow the class

"Thanks very much for a particularly good class today - challenging and fun."