Bounce back to netball in Tilford

Karen Neville

If you’ve been longing to dust off your trainers and get back on the netball court, Tilford Back to Netball is the perfect opportunity for you, says Janet Alkema

There’s something truly special about Tilford Back to Netball. Whether you’re a seasoned player or you haven’t touched a ball since school days, this group welcomes all abilities. With coaching from a fully qualified England Netball Association (ENA) coach, you’ll sharpen your skills, build confidence, make new friends and enjoy a brilliant workout – all in the fresh air.

As one player shared: “I hadn’t picked up a netball in over 20 years, but I’m so glad I came along. The coaching is brilliant, and I’ve met some fantastic people. It’s the highlight of my week – it’s fun, it’s active, and it’s just for me!”

Tilford Back to Netball provides a much-needed break from daily pressures and there’s no better way to start the weekend than with a good game of netball and a laugh with friends. Members say the sessions have helped them de-stress and feel more positive.

Netball is a dynamic, fast-paced sport that gets your heart pumping and muscles working. From improving cardiovascular health to boosting agility and coordination, the physical benefits of netball are immense. Each session is structured to ensure you enjoy a full-body workout with a good dose of laughter. Members feel more energetic and stronger after just a few weeks of joining.

“I enjoy the supportive, diverse, fun, kind and welcoming group”

Cindy said: “I’ve been a member for over 10 years. I love the fresh air, exercise and developing my game. More importantly though I enjoy the supportive, diverse, fun, kind and welcoming group of ladies that make up the club. I always end the session smiling. It’s a great start to my weekend!”

The overriding theme is enjoyment. From the enthusiastic coaching to the lively games, the emphasis is on having a great time while getting fit. No matter how long it’s been since you last played, you’ll quickly rediscover the joy of the game.

Our coach, Sarah, says: “The ladies in the Tilford Back to Netball group are a joy to coach. Coming from a variety of netball background, they attend on a Saturday to work together, play together and most importantly, have fun. Back to Netball is our safe space to remind ourselves what we loved about netball in our youth and start to reignite those moves once more in a friendly, supportive session.”

Tilford Back to Netball is your chance to rediscover the joy of sport, get fit, and be part of a welcoming community. Sessions take place at Weydon School every Saturday morning during term from 10-11.30am.