What is the Parkinson Program?
The Ping Pong Parkinson program at CTT L'Hospitalet is a pioneering initiative that uses table tennis as a therapeutic tool for people diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Various scientific studies have demonstrated the benefits of table tennis for improving coordination, balance, and quality of life for these individuals.
Parkinson program session at CTT L'Hospitalet
Benefits of Table Tennis for Parkinson's
Cognitive Improvement
Stimulates concentration, quick decision-making, and hand-eye coordination.
Balance and Mobility
Constant movement improves balance and reduces the risk of falls.
Fine Motor Skills
Helps control fine movements and reduce tremors.
Socialization
Encourages social interaction and combats isolation.
How Does It Work?
Sessions are held in small groups with specialized coaches who adapt exercises to each participant's needs. No prior table tennis experience is required.
Session Schedule
- Monday: 12:30 – 14:00
- Tuesday: 11:00 – 12:30 · 12:30 – 14:00
- Friday: 20:00 – 21:30
Sessions include warm-up, adapted exercises, and free play.
We have proposed to also open Thursday 11:00 to 12:30 — pending confirmation.
Jaume Pou — 2026 Catalonia Parkinson Champion
Catalonia Parkinson Championship — Bàscara 2026
In the Press
Table tennis against Parkinson's: how they beat the disease in moments
Jaume Pou (53) was diagnosed with Parkinson's in March 2023, although the first symptoms had appeared back in 2018. One day, a friend told him that table tennis could be beneficial for people with this condition. He started training at CTT L'Hospitalet, where last September the Parkinson section was born, now with 15 members.
Read full article"Somehow, I temporarily break through the muscle rigidity I suffer. I do things I normally can't do. It's like beating the disease for a few moments."
— Jaume Pou
CTT L'Hospitalet seeks sponsor for its pioneering Parkinson team
Twelve months later, with 30 loyal players enrolled, CTT L'Hospitalet seeks a sponsor to give them the boost and visibility they deserve. "We've left the shirts of the Superdivisión first team and the Parkinson team blank while we look for a sponsor", explains Roger Guarch, club president.
Read full article"We would like to be sponsored by a laboratory or company related to the research and treatment of this disease."
— Roger Guarch, President of CTT L'Hospitalet