Older residents across Cambridgeshire are being invited to take part in the first-ever Central Region Senior Club Games on 20 October, organised by Better Leisure (GLL), the not-for-profit social enterprise. The event will bring together over-60s for a day of fun, fitness and community connection.
The Central Region Senior Club Games will see teams representing areas including Cambridge, Lincolnshire, Welwyn Hatfield and Rugby compete in accessible sports such as Pickleball, Badminton, Boccia and Archery. It’s all about enjoyment, activity and togetherness, encouraging older adults to stay fit and social.
So far, a dozen residents aged 60 and over have signed up, and organisers are encouraging more to join. Individuals can still enter, either as pairs or on their own, and will be matched with like-minded teammates on the day.
The inaugural Central Region Senior Club Games will take place from 10:00am to 2:00pm at The Hive in Ely, Cambridgeshire.
The schedule promises friendly competition, light-hearted challenges and plenty of opportunities for new connections.
Operating under the Better brand, GLL has been running Senior Club Games in London for 19 years. Louis Green, GLL Community Sport Manager in Cambridge, said: “Billed as the ‘Older Persons’ Olympics’ the games are a popular annual fixture in London, so we’re delighted to be holding our own here.
“The Central Region Senior Club Games aims to bring together those aged 60 plus to take part in a mix of sports competitions, giving them the chance to represent their local leisure centre, make new friends and get active.
“We hope many will take the opportunity to get involved. The sports are accessible to all and participants of all fitness levels are welcome. The games will be lively, but above all, fun. It’s going to be a great day.”
