Tag Archive for: Parkinson’s UK

Help Make a Life-Changing Impact: Join the Coaching People with Parkinson’s Course

England Boxing is proud to announce that it has secured £17,000 in funding to deliver the Coaching People with Parkinson’s course across regions — made possible thanks to the incredible support of Parkinson’s UK and a generous donation from Richard Longthorp of St Paul’s Boxing Club in Hull.  

England Boxing Delivers Fourth ‘Coaching People with Parkinson’s’ Course in Southern Counties

England Boxing has successfully delivered the fourth instalment of its ‘Coaching People with Parkinson’s’ course, held on Saturday, 2nd August at Tenterden Boxing Club in the Southern Counties region, in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.

Anne Pearce uses boxing to empower people living with Parkinson’s in Leeds

A woman diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease is using boxing to empower others and help them manage their symptoms – with the support of England Boxing and Parkinson’s UK.

England Boxing showcases engagement work at The Sport Parkinson’s Try-Athlon 2025

On Sunday, 22nd June 2025, the Twickenham Stoop played host to the Parkinson’s Sport Try-Athlon — a celebration of inclusivity, movement, and resilience — and England Boxing was proud to be a part of this inspiring event.

Third ‘Coaching People with Parkinson’s’ Course Delivered in Partnership with Parkinson’s UK

England Boxing successfully delivered its third 'Coaching People with Parkinson’s' regional course on Saturday 21st June at Dagenham ABC, in partnership with Parkinson’s UK.

Longthorp Launches 2025 Initiative for Parkinson’s UK

Richard Longthorpe from Goole is back with a bold new challenge to raise more funds and awareness for Parkinson’s UK. The 70-year-old is setting his sights on completing 1 million press-ups while encouraging others to join him in the effort, this time.

England Boxing unites with Parkinson’s UK to roll out new coaching programme

England Boxing has secured £17,000 to roll out the 'Coaching People with Parkinson’s' course, thanks to the invaluable support of Parkinson’s UK and a generous donation from Richard Longthorp of St Paul’s Boxing Club in Hull.

Push-Ups for Parkinson’s: Man’s Month-Long Challenge Raises Thousands

Seven years after being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, Richard Longthorp has turned to boxing not only as a source of strength and community but as a powerful way to raise funds and awareness for others living with the condition.

England Boxing partners with Parkinson’s UK to launch coaching course

England Boxing is excited to announce the launch of the ‘England Boxing Coaching People with Parkinson’s course’, in partnership with Parkinson's UK.

Club Case Study: Tackling inequalities with Parkinsons UK and TKO Folkestone

TKO Folkestone is an England-affiliated club located in Kent offering boxing sessions throughout the community. Recently, their Parkinson’s boxing sessions have proved a huge success in supporting individuals with Parkinson’s disease, managing their symptoms and improving their overall well-being.