This special session combines the fun of social pickleball with a short courtside talk on longevity through play. Led by Darren Teo, founder of Play! Pickle and a Certified Longevity Coach, this experience explores a simple idea: one of the most sustainable paths to a longer, stronger, more vibrant life may begin with play.

Program Flow

8:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Social Play
Arrive, warm up, and get into the flow with social pickleball.

8:30 PM to 8:50 PM
Courtside Talk by Darren Teo
A short founder-led talk on longevity through play, covering movement, recovery, connection, and staying youthful through an active lifestyle.

8:50 PM to 9:00 PM
Optional Q&A
Participants who have questions for Darren are welcome to stay for a short Q&A. Players who prefer to continue playing may head back onto the courts.

9:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Continued Social Play
More court time and more games.

Court Allocation

To make the session enjoyable for everyone, players will be grouped by experience level.

Courts 1 and 2: Beginners
Courts 3, 4, and 5: Experienced players

Light coaching will be provided to beginners on Courts 1 and 2, so newer players can enjoy a more comfortable and supportive introduction to the game. Experienced players on Courts 3, 4, and 5 can rally and play at a better pace.

Why Join

You’ll get:

• social pickleball in a lively and welcoming setting

• light coaching for beginners

• a short and engaging courtside talk by Darren Teo

• insights into the philosophy of longevity through play

• a chance to meet like-minded people

• an evening that feels active, energising, and meaningful

Meet Your Host

Darren Teo is the founder of Play! Pickle and a Certified Longevity Coach. Turning 50 this year and still deeply active, he is passionate about helping people build a longer, stronger, and more connected life through movement, recovery, and play.

His core philosophy is simple: longevity through play.

Who This Is For

This session is ideal for:

• adults who enjoy social sport and active living

• beginners looking for a welcoming pickleball experience

• experienced players who want a more meaningful community session

• people interested in staying youthful through movement and connection

• anyone curious about Darren’s philosophy of longevity through play

Meet Your Host

Darren Teo is the founder of Play! Pickle and a Certified Longevity Coach. Turning 50 this year and still deeply active, he is passionate about helping people build a longer, stronger, and more connected life through movement, recovery, and play.

His philosophy is simple: longevity through play.

Come for the pickleball. Leave with a new way of thinking about longevity.