A NEW health academy has opened its doors in Huddersfield.

Prohms Health Academy staged at open day at its premises in the former Brook Motors premises at St Thomas’ Road, Longroyd Bridge, to demonstrate the benefits of keeping fit.

Visitors were able to take up “free” health checks or attend a drop-in clinic for back, knee or shoulder pain. There were also circuit and pilates sessions as well as tours of the facilities, presentations and a drinks reception.

Pictured at the open day are (from left) managing director Matt Coulson and physiotherapists Ruth Johnson and Sophie Varley.

The academy was opened by Mr Coulson, who has 14 years experience in the fitness and sports industry, and Sandra Babbings.

Sandra is director and owner of Prohms Occupational Health and Prohms Physiotherapy and Ergonomics. which is part of occupational health specialist business Prohms and offers services such as physiotherapy, sports massage, one-to-one exercise coaching, sports specific training and gym access.