The Pars Foundation and The Raith Rovers Community Foundation have joined together with Parkinson’s UK and Walking Football Scotland to deliver sessions for those on a journey with Parkinson’s.
Brian Carson, Parkinson’s UK commented: “What a wonderful provision for those who have Parkinson’s within Fife, it’s great that two clubs have joined together in creating these sessions.”
Drew Wilson, Walking Football Scotland, added: “Football brings a lot of fun and camaraderie, no matter what you’re going through. The power of football helps us keep healthy and supports our mental health. Well done to The Pars Foundation and Raith Rovers Community Foundation in delivering this project. Good luck to everyone involved.”
What does a typical session look like?
- A dynamic warm-up including stretching and movement
- Drills and coaching sessions
- A game of Walking Football
- A warm down
- A get together with tea and coffee
Based at Pitreavie Sport & Soccer Centre and Starks Park, The Walking Football project provides fun, inclusive and low-impact walking football sessions and social engagement activities for people living with Parkinson’s to improve their social, physical and mental health.
Carers and family members are welcome to stay and enjoy a cup of tea and a chat with others from the programme.
Sessions start Friday 3rd May 1:30pm and are free to attend, with the first session based at Pitreavie Sports and Soccer Centre (astro turf)
To find out more information contact [email protected] or call 01383 745901.
