People living with Parkinson’s in Derbyshire are invited to try a new accessible cricket project from the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation.
The emphasis of these sessions is on having fun and being active in a social way, with all cricket-themed activities being held indoors, such as batting, fielding, throwing, and catching. The sessions run every Friday from 10.45 am to 12.15 pm at St Nicholas Church, 2 Lawn Avenue, Allestree, DE22 2PE.
The sessions are £3 per person, and carers can go for free.
There is parking directly outside the building, which is all on one level and wheelchair friendly.
The accessible cricket activities use soft cricket balls and larger cricket bats and are played at a slower pace to allow more time to react. Sessions and activities are designed to be flexible around each individual and target problem areas such as balance, strength, and flexibility while promoting movement.
Afterwards, everyone is welcome to stay for a coffee and a chat after the session finishes.
If you are thinking of coming along, please can you fill out the registration form below, If not, you can fill out a paper version when you arrive for your first session.
Registration FormCheck out what some of our current attendees have to say about the sessions
Not at all! Everyone is welcome! The session includes cricket-related activities such as catching and throwing, so understanding cricket and the many rules is definitely not required.
All activities can be tailored to however you are feeling, whether that be seated, stood up, or supported by an aid, therefore you don’t need to walk to be able to take part.
Don’t worry, there will also be something that you are able to take part in.
Yes, there is parking directly outside and a disabled toilet.
Plus one and carers are welcome to come along with you for free!