Getting Fit and Building Community Through Pickleball

"I cannot brag enough about what pickleball has done to improve my health. When I started playing, I was grossly overweight with all kinds of health problems. I was diagnosed with diabetes, had back problems and wrestled with my sleep. Pickelball has allowed me to lose over 40 pounds, and all my recent blood work shows my sugar and A1C are all within the normal range. It is probably extending my life. That and my socialization is a big factor as well. I lost both my son and my wife over the last several years and the interactions and friendships I have made with my Westerville friends have been very impactful to me. Everyone in my family notices the improvements."

Van Young Community Center Passholder

For current Parks and Recreation class opportunities, see page 50.