Friends share enthusism
Badminton has given Wakefield mum Emma so much more ‘ bounce' that now she jogs to the sessions and back. Wakefield way2go coordinator Greg Biggs says Emma was introduced to Badminton by a friend and loves the fun and laughter they have.
"She gets really absorbed in the game  and finds herself zoning out when she plays," Greg says.
Emma is doing yoga, walking and cycling as well, but it's badminton that she says is the best ‘de-stressor' of all. Her agility has also improved and the extra spring in her step has turned Emma into a jogger, from a plodder.
Emma has passed on her enthusiasm to her friend Louise. Louise says it's great to be able to turn up to play badminton -  the equipment is all set out,  and she plays at a time when her house is usually ‘crazy' with kids. As well as the social side of the game, Louise  noticed her reflexes  improved and she found the activity complemented her  pregnancy.
Around thirty people play at the Way2Go Badminton sessions held at the  Brightwater Village Hall on Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
For more information contact  Marty Clark on 03  923 2315 or 027 544 3959  E: way2go@nel.sporttasman.org.nz