{"id":9933,"date":"2026-10-29T12:09:51","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T12:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/kentsport-news\/?p=9933"},"modified":"2026-10-29T13:03:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T13:03:35","slug":"all-active-boccia-is-open-to-everyone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/kentsport-news\/all-active-boccia-is-open-to-everyone\/","title":{"rendered":"ALL Active Boccia is open to everyone"},"content":{"rendered":"

Boccia is one of the most inclusive sports in the world and is a weekly staple in our ALL Active social sports programme<\/a><\/strong>. While the ALL Active programme is only open to University of Kent students and staff, we are delighted to open Boccia sessions up to members of the community as well.<\/p>\n

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What is Boccia?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Boccia is an inclusive target-ball sport that is easy to play and fun for all. Played from a seated position, the sport is ideal for wheelchair users and people with lower mobility, however, anyone is able to play Boccia.<\/p>\n

Similar to bowls and p\u00e9tanque, the aim of Boccia is to throw or roll your balls as close as possible to the white target ball (the jack). The game can be played by individuals or teams of up to 3 players and is great opportunity to meet new people and have fun.<\/p>\n

The sessions offer a fun, social, and accessible sporting opportunity for adults with games, activities, and challenges. No previous experience is needed, and everyone is welcome to come along. A member of the Sports Development team will be available at all sessions to provide a relaxed, supportive environment.<\/p>\n

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Boccia session details<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Our ALL Active Boccia sessions run every week at the University of Kent Sports Centre. There’s no commitment to join every week, and we provide all the equipment you’ll need to take part.<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 12pm to 1pm<\/p>\n

Cost and membership:<\/strong> You will need a minimum of Kent Sport Pay to Play membership<\/strong><\/a> to take part. There is no joining fee and you only pay for the sessions you attend. With a Pay to Play membership, each session is \u00a33.50. If you have a Premium Plus or Plus membership, all sessions are free. You can book and pay for sessions in advance through your online account<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Access:<\/strong> There are accessible parking spaces close to the Sports Centre, accessible entrance doors and turnstiles, and accessible changing and shower facilities within the Sports Centre.<\/p>\n

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Please share this opportunity with anyone you feel might be interested. We would love to welcome anyone looking for an enjoyable and inclusive way to get active and socialise.<\/p>\n

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Please visit our Accessible and Inclusive webpage<\/a><\/strong> for more information about sport and fitness opportunities for everyone at the University of Kent.<\/p>\n

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If you have any questions about ALL Active Boccia, please email us at SportsDevelopment@kent.ac.uk<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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