Try a New Sport whatever the skill level. Never too late to try

March 19, 2024

Discover a sport suited to seniors. It’s never too late if you are physically able and not as difficult as you might think.

Playing a sport competitively is good for mind and body and here are some suggestions.

Golf

Try out at your local golf range, have a few lessons and then if you take to it, there are various options, play a Par 3 course or the full 18 on a play and pay course. In time, you may join a local club and it’s a great way to be social. It’s also a good sport to play with your other half

Tennis/Padel Tennis/Badminton

Your local leisure centre is quite likely to have a Badminton indoor court with sessions where you can try it out.

Try out Tennis at one of your local council courts and if you take to it, then you can always join a local tennis club.

To find out more about playing Tennis or Badminton, visit Better a charitable social enterprise that will tell you how to get involved and in other activities local to you.

Padel Tennis is the world’s fastest growing sport. It’s a combination of tennis and squash but not so energetic as you play doubles and the court is smaller than a tennis court.

Croquet/Lawn & Indoor Bowling

If you fancy something not quite so energetic, then these might be activities for you. If you fancy a game of skill, strategy and tactics then try croquet The Croquet Association will tell where you can play.

Better will tell you where you can play either Lawn or Indoor Bowls.

Walking Football

Walking Football is the perfect fit for everyone who wants to play football for longer, make new friends, get out of the house and stay active.

With no running, jogging or heading – and tackling with reduced physical contact – Walking Football is a fun and safe way for players to enjoy football and socialise together. 

Find out more and where to play at The Walking Football Association

If you have any suggestions for a suitable sport, please do let us know.