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Saturday, October 19, 2024
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Terasaki Budokan
249 S. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Keiro is dedicated to enhancing the quality of older adult life in Our Community. Staying physically and socially active as you age are great ways to enhance your quality of life. Join us for a fun and informative one-day fair centered around pickleball, aging well, and (re)connecting with others in the community!

As America’s fastest growing sport three years running, pickleball has allowed millions of Americans to connect with each other AND become or stay active. Whether you have never played, are a beginner, or are a seasoned pickleball player, join us for our program welcoming pickleballers from around the community, local coaches, vendors, refreshments, and lunch while learning about the game, connecting with others, and accessing healthy aging resources. No experience is required.


As an event promoting active aging, we are prioritizing registration for older adults 60 years and older. Please note that this event has a limited number of tickets, and participation is available on a first-come, first-served basis.  We welcome participants at all skill levels.

There are two ticket levels: General Admission ($35) & Active Ager (60+ years old) tickets ($25).

  • Registrants will receive entry to the event, one slot to participate in a coaching clinic, food/refreshments, access to pickleball courts, and a registration welcome package.

    Registration is Closed

10:00 a.m. Registration

10:30 – 10:35 a.m. Open Remarks

10:35 – 10:45 a.m. Warm-up Routine with Coach Susan Nardi

10:50 – 11:20 a.m. Educational Session with a Physical Therapist

11:00 a.m. – 1:10 p.m. Pickleball Clinics  (4 courts) 

11:00 a.m. – 1:10 p.m. Pickleball Free play (4 courts) 

12:10 – 12:40 p.m. Tai Chi Demonstration led by Jason Tsou 

1:15- 1:30 p.m. Closing Remarks & Opportunity Drawing

1:30 p.m. End of Event

OPTIONAL:

1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Optional Pickleball Freeplay time


We will have coaches who will provide clinics on specific techniques and assist with pickleball questions. Each clinic will have limited capacity and attendees will have the ability to prioritize clinic topics in order of preference. Event registrants will receive a link to a form to further select their preference for their clinic session on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees will be pre-assigned a spot based on their survey results. Those who have not submitted a survey will be placed into any available slot. Clinics will be 30 minutes each. Attendees will only be allowed to participate in one clinic. Topics and titles of the clinics are subject to change.


Susan Nardi

Susan Nardi is a certified professional tennis and pickleball coach. Susan has had years of experience in racquet and paddle sports, is the owner of Rhino Crash Sports Group, Vice President of LA Tennis, and coaches various age ranges of athletes at after-school programs, LA Pickle Club, all sides of adaptive tennis, and more. Susan was first exposed to pickleball in high school during the 1980s, and she hoped that the future of club sports would go beyond tennis.

To contact Susan Nardi for any pickleball questions, you can call or text her at 310.529.4834.

Ken Kikkawa

Ken is currently the Pickleball Pro at the Altadena Town and Country Club. Prior to that, Ken was a Pickleball Teaching Pro at iPickle, Southern California’s top spot for pickleball tournaments, socials, instruction, and club memberships. Ken is a certified pickleball coach by the Professional Pickleball Registry and an active member of USA Pickleball. He has coached youth sports for nearly 15 years and he is now sharing his love for pickleball with others. Ken has been so inspired by the game that he co-authored a book titled “The Unexpected Joy of Pickleball: Life Lessons & Inspirational Stories from the Court”. 

To contact Ken Kikkawa for any pickleball questions, you can go to www.love2dink.com or e-mail him at [email protected].

Jason Tsou

Jason Tsou is a renowned martial artist and Tai Chi Qigong grandmaster with over 60 years of experience. He has taught and lectured at UCLA and CSULB for nearly 20 years and has led Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong classes sponsored by L.A. Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple since 2016, under Keiro Grant.

To contact Jason Tsou for any Tai Chi questions, you can contact him at [email protected] or call him at 213.923.5003.

Aiden Alidio

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Aiden Alidio is a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Aiden has been practicing PT for 22 years and is currently specialized and board-certified in Geriatrics by the American Physical Therapy Association. He is also credentialed as a Certified Exercise Expert for Aging Adults and owner of his own practice apart from his work in different rehab settings. His Ikigai, or life’s purpose, is helping others to achieve successful aging through movement optimization.

To contact Aiden Alidio with physical therapy questions, you can call or text 201.370.8802 or email [email protected].


Below are some exciting activities to look forward to at this event:

Connect with Local Pickleball Clubs

We are inviting community members both interested in learning more about pickleball in addition to players with more experience. We will welcome community pickleball clubs for a day of connecting and learning about this booming sport.

  • Local clubs include: ESGVJCC, Pasadena Buddhist Temple, OCBC, VJCC pickleball clubs, and more!

Access to Local Pickleball Coaches

Improve your pickleball game by attending the pickleball clinic with certified pickleball coaches.

Friendly Free-Play

We will have courts available for free play during the event, as well as an open gym time after the event concludes until 3:00 p.m.

Food & Refreshments

Attendees will be served lunch and refreshments for all to enjoy!

Vendors & Resources

From apparel and equipment to healthy aging resources, we will be hosting several vendors to keep you informed and equipped with the best gear.

Community Connections

Network with others in the community and learn about other local groups and events.


2024 Active Aging Fair Sponsors

Food & Beverage Sponsor
Kawaguchi-Kihara Memorial Foundation

Omiyage Sponsor
Lynn Miyamoto & Kevin Kroeker

Hydration Sponsor
Doug Aihara

Plaza Sponsor
Sugimoto Family Foundation

Court Sponsor
Little Tokyo Service Center

Arigato Sponsors
Lisa Chao & Nathaniel Wu
Beverly Ito
Claire Koga & Stephen Beck
Jack Kurihara & Carol Inge
Yukari Roberts
Steven Sakata
Ron Takasugi

In-Kind Donations
Chargel
Phiten USA
Yonex
Produce generously donated by David Shudo.
Gatorade generously donated by Karl Kim.


Sponsors listed as of September 27, 2024

How Can I Become a Sponsor?

We invite you and your organization or business to join us as a sponsor for our inaugural Active Aging Fair. Your support will make a meaningful impact on our ability to promote active aging, staying connected, and gathering older adults in Our Community in a safe and fun way.

For more information on our sponsorship packages and to discuss customizing a package that aligns with your objectives, please contact Kevin Onishi, Chief Operating Officer, at [email protected].


Do I need any pickleball playing experience to join the event?

No experience is necessary to attend this event! We encourage people who have never played, but are interested in learning more about the sport to attend. You are welcome to try playing pickleball, but this is completely optional. We encourage those who are curious about playing to participate and play, but it is also not required.

Do I need to play pickleball at the event?

No, playing is not required. It is available, but there will be other activities including time with coaches, speakers, food & refreshments, vendors, and resources available.

Do I need to bring any equipment?

You are welcome to bring your own equipment, and we will have some available paddles and balls for you to demo and try.

What else should I bring to this event?

Bring a water bottle and sun protection (hats, sunblock, sunglasses) as the event will be partially outdoors. Otherwise, just bring yourself and be ready to connect with others.

What should I wear to this event?

Comfortable clothing that may include athletic wear and comfortable shoes to walk around and wear while playing pickleball.

Will there be a pickleball tournament?

No, there will not be a tournament. We will have open courts for free play and encourage the social side of pickleball over the competitive side for this event. We will have attendees at all skill levels from across the community and want to focus on the connections.

What are my parking and transportation options?

The Terasaki Budokan has a limited number of parking spaces underground off of S Los Angeles St. Please refer to a helpful guide from Go Little Tokyo linked here for additional parking and transportation options.