Ping Pong Can Help You Stay in the Present Moment

Have you ever been so present in the moment that you forget your worries, stresses and anxieties?

If so, perhaps you felt more relaxed, had more fun and just enjoyed being in that moment. Well, that’s the affect playing Ping Pong can have. This is due to the amount of focus your mind and body are engaged in while playing with others. Anyone can benefit from playing ping pong, and it can help slow general aging too! Ping Pong is a neural motor activity, meaning it engages both brain and body. It is also fun and easy for almost everyone.

Skills that you learn to play this sport keep the brain active creating new neurological connections through strategy, responsiveness, working memory, and attentiveness (being present which helps improve mood). No doubt, these are all things our brains need to stay happy and healthy.

Ping Pong for Good is passionate about bringing the benefits of table tennis to all people, especially those who have neurological and cognitive conditions. Check out our class descriptions!