From Ping Pong Parlour to club – John’s story

John originally started playing table tennis at his local Ping Pong Parlour, however during coronavirus restrictions he transferred into his local club to continue playing... Continue reading

September 21, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Table tennis benefits cancer support group

Cancer support group C’Siders in Weymouth have introduced table tennis to their meetings, to introduce a fun, accessible activity that all group members could get... Continue reading

June 15, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Table tennis aids heart attack recovery

After suffering from two heart attacks, John says that playing table tennis has massively helped during his recovery.

April 16, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

Increasing physical activity – Alwyn and Stephan’s story

Retired couple Alwyn and Stephan have found how table tennis can help keep them active in later life, as well as keeping Stephan’s mind active... Continue reading

February 27, 2020 | Jade Griffiths

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