Indoor Pickleball (Christchurch)

Parkinson's Pickleball is a friendly, sociable and enjoyable weekly session for people living with Parkinson's. It takes place on Advantage Pickleball's dedicated courts in Mudeford and is suitable for complete beginners as well as anyone who has played pickleball or another racket sport before.

The session is led by a qualified pickleball coach with a physiotherapy background and experience working with people with Parkinson's. Activities can be adapted to suit each participant's experience, confidence and preferred level of intensity. Participants do not need to have any previous racket-sport experience.

Each one-hour session includes a gentle warm-up, paddle and ball skills, serving, returning, rallies and friendly games. The emphasis is on having fun, learning new skills, staying active and enjoying the social side of playing with others. Participants are encouraged to work at their own pace and take breaks whenever they wish.

Partners and carers are very welcome to attend. They may also join the session, subject to available spaces and advance booking.

All paddles and balls are provided. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and supportive trainers or non-slip court shoes. Please bring a water bottle and any medication that may be required during the session.

The courts, reception and café are all located on the ground floor. Participants are welcome to stay for refreshments and a chat in the café after playing, with refreshments available to purchase.

The session costs £10 per person for one hour which includes a hot drink afterwards and a slice of cake on occasion. Advance booking is required because places are limited. Please contact Advantage Pickleball before attending for the first time so that the session team can confirm availability and answer any questions.