Newsletter: PingPongParkinson World Championship is Coming Up!

Its very exciting to have Ping Pong Parkinson in the Pacific. And did you know this year we're running the 5th World Championship?

Best of luck as you prepare for PPPWC 2024 The 5th edition of the PingPongParkinson World Championship (PPPWC) is almost here! Players are coming from 24 countries to the beautiful city of Lasko. For the first time, we will have in the program non-competitive players. They will enjoy spatial PingPongParkinson therapeutic training daily from world renowned coaches Kjell Åke Waldner (second photo with his brother Jan Ove Waldner) and Nikica Vukelja (third photo with Croatia team). PPPWC will take place from October 14 ‐ 19, 2024. For anyone still needing a play partner or registering late, please note the final date is September 15th 2024. If there are any questions please write to our help desk: slovenia2024@pppwc.org   REGISTRATION FORM September / 2024 PingPongParkinson Sessions now in Australia & New Zealand We have been on a mission to grow the PingPongParkinson movement globally. We would like to congratulate our new leaders in Australia - Helen Halford & Mark Young from New Zealand. The inaugural session of PPP Australia in Hervey Bay happened on Monday 2nd September at 1.30pm. Sessions will continue on Mondays. The venue for PPP Hervey Bay is the APSL (Australian Superannuants and Pensioners League) at 61 Hunter Street Pialba Queensland. In New Zealand, there are currently 8 active groups with nearly 80 participants.  Take a look at the status map for session times and venues. Ping pong provides physical exercise, which is one of the most effective ways to improve parkinson symptoms. Wondering how you can also make your support count? You can establish Ping Pong Parkinson​™ sport therapy program at your local medical center, gym or community space in your city or town. Learn more and get in touch with us if you have questions. LEARN MORE HERE September / 2024 Grab a pair of the Ping Pong Parkinson​™ Sneakers Would you like some new sneakers? We collaborated with Earthbound to create these sneakers. They are made with 100% wool on the outside and hemp and wool on the inside for a breathable & comfortable combination. They have a superior grip for balance and are water repellent. Perfect for a stroll or a game. We’re definitely waiting to see who will be rocking these sneakers at the World Championship. But can’t wait to see you all there! Miss Pennsylvania's Teen 2024 Arianna Spurlin at PingPongParkinson. We received a pleasant visit on August 23rd 2024 at the Philadelphia PPP that takes place at PingPod from Arianna. She has dedicated herself to raising awareness on PD. Shop Sneakers View this email in your browser Copyright (C) 2024. PingPongParkinson®  All rights reserved. We are Ping Pong Parkinson​™ a 501 c3 non-profit organization. Our mission is to create a global sports movement that is inclusive and supportive of people with a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Our mailing address is: Westchester Table Tennis Center ​175 Tompkins Avenue Pleasantville, NY 10570 Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe Follow us: Facebook. Instagram. YouTube