Coasties of all ages, genders and abilities who love basketball, but prefer to steer clear of running or jumping, are encouraged to give walking basketball a go with Central Coast Waves Basketball at 9am on Fridays at Niagara Park Stadium.
Member for Gosford Liesl Tesch said the all-inclusive sport was a great way for people of all abilities to get out in the community, stay active and improve health.
“Not everyone has the mobility or agility to run, jump, or move at speed,” she said.
“It’s so wonderful that walking basketball is available in our community.
“Beginners, right through to seasoned ‘ballers’, are perfectly positioned to take part in this fantastic low impact form of exercise.”
Chris Collins from Central Coast Waves Basketball said members of the community who wanted to avoid being sedentary are encouraged to go along…
“With no running or jumping involved in walking basketball it’s ideal for older players, those coming back from injury or people just looking to avoid placing pressure on the joints,” Collins said.
The walking basketball program is run by Central Coast Waves Basketball in collaboration with companion driving service Driving Miss Daisy Gosford.
It is held on Fridays from 9am-10am at Niagara Park Stadium over 10 weeks.
The season started on February 2.
Sessions are $5 per week.
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