Wyndham Walking Basketball is calling people of all ages and abilities who want to improve their fitness to join its program.
The program is hosted by the Werribee All Abilities Basketball Club and runs every Thursday at 10am at Eagle Stadium, with a morning tea following each session.
Walking Basketball is a slower-paced and less intense form of basketball suitable for people of any ability or fitness level.
The program is particularly great for people who are older adults, recuperating from injury, returning to exercise after having children or just looking for fun without high impact running or jumping.
Changes include a lowered ring to make the sport more inclusive.
Each week contains a structured session practicing skills (throwing, catching, dribbling) and then playing some games you will have fun and meet others.
In addition to the fitness benefits, the opportunity to socialise is one of the program’s richest aspects.
“We have a half an hour catch up and talk about anything and everything, so it’s a really good social thing to do,” secretary Kylie Bozanic said.
“I love seeing people socialising, having fun and also making friends.”
Wyndham Walking Basketball started in May 2022 and is part of a growing movement in Victoria.
The program runs during term time and costs $25 per player, per term.
Those interested in getting involved can contact Kylie at: werribeeallabilities@gmail.com
Jaidyn Kennedy
