THE Range Croquet Club is aiming to boost its membership, having been a strong pillar of the community for 31 years.
Club president, Sarah Widin, said the club is
an active sporting group in Maleny and one of 40 croquet clubs in Queensland.
“We currently have 18 members and are actively recruiting more,” she said. “We have two coaches who can teach interested individuals how to play, and we offer the first three lessons for free.”
Sarah highlighted that croquet is growing in popularity among younger people aged 20 to 40, as it engages both the mind and body.
“It’s a strategic game, often described as a blend of billiards and chess,” she said.
“The game provides a good cardio workout with walking on level lawns, and an upper body workout using a croquet mallet, which weighs between 1 and 2 kg.”
The club competes in regional events against seven Sunshine Coast teams and holds social games four times a week for fun and camaraderie.
“If you see us, drop in, say hello, and maybe have a cuppa,” Sarah added.
“We’d love to introduce you to the game ‘you can learn in a day and play for life!’”
For more information, contact Sarah on 0417 640 704.
