A weekly basketball session for people over the age of 45 is starting today, 26 January, 2026, at a sports centre in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. The sessions are designed to help local residents stay active and meet new people in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Players of all skill levels and genders are welcome to join the sessions. Organisers say entry is a flat fee of £4 per session. The programme is part of a wider push supported by South Derbyshire District Council to provide affordable ways for the community to improve physical health and well-being.
The hour-long sessions focus on social interaction and gentle exercise rather than formal competition. Active Derbyshire highlights the role of community team sports in keeping older adults connected and reducing feelings of isolation.
Organisers say sessions will take place every Monday evening from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the sports centre. Residents can turn up and pay at the front desk, or secure a place in advance using the facility’s booking system or mobile app.
Organisers say the goal is to help people get back on the court and keep their joints moving without the stress of formal competition. They also say they follow national basketball safety and safeguarding guidance to ensure the sessions remain a safe and enjoyable way for older players to stay fit.
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