Ping Pong Parlours host community health screenings

Millions of people in England benefits from health screenings each year. Hosting screenings in community venues, such as Ping Pong Parlous, can be effective in... Continue reading

February 13, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Increasing physical activity – Ian’s story

Living with a mental health condition can lead to not being physically active. Ian has bipolar disorder and found it difficult to be active, until... Continue reading

February 6, 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

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

December 12, 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

Increasing physical activity amongst stroke survivors

Table tennis has been introduced at a Stroke Association group, to provide an opportunity for stroke survivors to be physically active and assist in their... Continue reading

August 29, 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 – St Vincent’s Support Centre

St Vincent’s Support Centre offer a range of activities and support for vulnerable individuals and families in Leeds. They have introduced table tennis and have... Continue reading

July 3, 2019 | Jade Griffiths