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Annual Hong Kong Boccia Competition for the Elderly
Since 2004, Helping Hand have been introducing and promoting this sport to the elderly, and provide related training so that they can show their skills and enjoy the sport.
Accessible sport for all
The ball used in boccia is very light and suitable for all people, including the frail and even wheelchair-bound elderly and disabled people.It is the best sport for elderly as it can strengthen their back strength and hand-eye coordination, help them to develop their potential, affirm their self-image and widen their social circle.
The tournament attracts more than 1,000 participants every year, reflecting the popularity of boccia among the elderly.
Boccia promotion courses
We provide two categories of Boccia promotion courses:
1. Trial classes
Aim to provide participants with an initial understanding of the basic gameplay and simple rules of boccia. It is primarily targeted to groups interested in boccia.
2.
Instructor training classes
Aim to train as instructors to help the elderly learn boccia, game skills, and game strategies. It is aimed at staff from various organisations, as well as those interested in boccia.
Annual Hong Kong Boccia Competition for the Elderly
The “Hong Kong Boccia Competition for the Elderly 2026” will be held on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at the Main Arena of Tseung Kwan O Sports Centre. Registration is now open, and elderly are welcome to participate.
Download PosterDownload LeafletCompetition Application Form
Instructor Training Class Application Form
Helping Hand has been promoting Boccia since 2004, adapting the sport to better suit the needs of elderly in Hong Kong. Since 2005, we have launched the Elderly Boccia Fitness Project, which includes various training activities and the annual Hong Kong Boccia Competition for the Elderly. With the active participation of the elderly service sector, we noted increasing trend in the number of participants throughout years. Over the past 20 years, we have successfully trained nearly 2,000 elderly participants and instructors, and more than 10,000 elderly participants and staff have taken part in Boccia tournaments and related activities. Boccia is easy to learn, low-intensity, and highly inclusive, making it especially suitable for elderly with limited mobility or mild cognitive impairment. The sport helps improve physical coordination and concentration, encourages social interaction, and enables elderly to stay active and happy.
We invite all to join us and experience the positive impact that sport can bring!
Enquiries
Tel：(852) 2640 8810
Fax：(852) 2640 7990
Email：boccia@helpinghand.org.hk
Acknowledgement: The Elderly Boccia Fitness Project is fully sponsored by Shang Sin Chun Tong Charitable Foundation
Promotional poster for Boccia courses and competition held by Helping Hand
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We invite all to join us and experience the positive impact that sport can bring!
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