Parlours provide local affordable opportunities to be active

The location and cost of physical activity opportunities can prevent people from taking part and being physically active. Ping Pong Parlours are the perfect project... Continue reading

February 10, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Bat and Chat summary – clubs and leagues

Find out more about what difference Bat and Chat has made on clubs and leagues who introduce the sessions to their timetable.

February 3, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Keeping fit and making friends at Ping Pong Parlours

After moving countries and changing communities, Joseph shows how taking part in physical activity can help keep you fit as well as make new friends.

January 23, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Staying active with table tennis

After playing other racket sports for years, Louise found it too strenuous to continue due to injuries, but she’s found her new sport in table... Continue reading

December 20, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

Improving people’s lives with table tennis – John’s story

After the Ping Pong Parlour launched in the Grosvenor Shopping Centre in Northampton, John has become a regular participant and has fallen in love with... Continue reading

November 5, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

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

September 25, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

Connecting communities – Vicarage Park Community Centre

By introducing social table tennis, Vicarage Park Community Centre has been able to connect the local community together and provide an opportunity to be physically... Continue reading

September 11, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

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.

July 30, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

Creating new partnerships through Ping Pong Parlours – Harpur Centre, Bedford

The Ping Pong Parlour at the Harpur Centre in Bedford has connected with new partners, both inside and outside of the sport and physical activity... Continue reading

July 17, 2019 | Jade Griffiths

The power of Ping – WomenZone

WomenZone in Bradford support and empower women to reach their full potential through new projects and services. After introducing table tennis to their group, the... Continue reading

June 12, 2019 | Jade Griffiths