Selkirk X Parkinson's

The Power of Pickleball

Every six minutes, someone is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the United States. Studies show that pickleball is a beneficial activity for those with PD — improving cognitive, social, and gross motor skills like balance, coordination, and gait.

Partners on & off the court

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month and National Pickleball Month. Knowing the benefits of pickleball for the Parkinson’s community, we’re proud to partner with the Parkinson’s Foundation to support their mission of improving the quality of life for everyone living with PD. We’re excited to release two limited-edition paddles designed in partnership with the Parkinson’s Foundation. 12% of sales, representing the 1.2 million people projected to be living with PD in the U.S. by 2030, will go toward improving Parkinson’s care.

How You Can Get Involved

Help us make a difference on and off the court:

Buy a Selkirk X Parkinson’s Foundation Paddle: The special co-branded AMPED Pro Air and EVO Control paddles will have 12% of sales donated to the Parkinson’s Foundation.
Share the Message: Use #Pickleball4PD on social media.
Join a Local Event: Attend or volunteer at a Parkinson’s-friendly pickleball clinic.

Two older adults on a pickleball court tap Selkirk paddles in a friendly gesture, with a third person in the foreground.

Paddles with a Purpose

Limited-Edition Parkinson’s Foundation Paddles

Selkirk is committed to supporting the mission of the Parkinson’s Foundation — to improve care and advance research toward a cure. These special versions of the AMPED Pro Air and EVO Control paddles will help make a difference. 12% of sales from these co-branded paddles (representing the 1.2 million people in the U.S. with Parkinson’s by 2030) will go to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

EVO Control Max: Parkinson’s Foundation

$100

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AMPED Pro Air Invikta: Parkinson’s Foundation

$180

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MEET SCOTT RIDER

Pickleball changed my life.

Scott Rider, a Selkirk advocate living with Parkinson’s after being diagnosed 18 years ago, helps others enjoy the physical and social benefits that playing pickleball can have on those with PD. Scott continues to spread the joy of pickleball, fostering community with others diagnosed with Parkinson’s while serving as a model of resiliency and hope.