Generally speaking, Ping pang and badminton are the most popular sports. They have something in common: first, low threshold of skill is needed to play. It is easier to get joy from playing it even you are a starter. Second, the playground is easily approached. Most of the communities in China are equipped with Ping pang tables, and you can play badminton even without a professional venue. Third, only two person are needed for starting a game, not like football and basketball which needs more people to join in and also needs a bigger space to play. Besides, the elderly prefer square dancing in the evening which is also very popular in China. They regard it as a good way to take exercises and socialize.