Improving mental wellbeing – Lyndsey’s story
Sport and physical activity can have significant impact on people’s mental wellbeing, as Lyndsey from Blackpool discovered through table tennis.
Improving mental wellbeing with Ping Pong Parlours
Simon and Idwal have been friends for over 20 years, and both have struggled with their mental health. After coming across their local Ping Pong... Continue reading
Reversing lapsed participation – Pat’s story
After family illnesses and becoming a carer for her husband and Father, Pat Johnson stopped playing table tennis at her local club. After being advised... Continue reading
Table tennis, Alzheimer’s and Dementia – Ping Barnsley and Age UK
Clare Barnes from Barnsley Council reflects on the impact table tennis has had in their partnership with Age UK.
The power of Ping – Keith’s story
Keith suffers with Dementia, however when he’s playing table tennis he’s happy and comes to life.
The power of Ping – Men in Sheds
Men in Sheds are community workshops where men can create, converse and connect. The Men in Sheds project in Barnsley has incorporated table tennis into... Continue reading
The power of Ping – Mansfield Bat and Chat
The Ping Pong Parlour in Four Seasons Shopping Centre, Mansfield, has been hosting regular Bat and Chat sessions for older and isolated members of the... Continue reading
Improving individual development through mindful table tennis volunteering
Volunteers play a vital role in the sport and physical activity sector, contributing to the experiences of participants in projects across the country. However volunteers... Continue reading
Breaking barriers with mindful table tennis
Bedford Borough Council run the Mindful Sport programme, which aims to improve the mental health of people in the community through social physical activity sessions.... Continue reading