Table Tennis

Table Tennis England is the National Governing body for the sport of table tennis in England. We aspire to be recognised as a world leading National Governing Body, delivering a diverse and dynamic sport that transforms lives, connects communities, achieves excellence and inspires medal-winning performances. Table Tennis England work hard to provide opportunities for people to achieve and enjoy their sport.

So, what is table tennis?

Table tennis is a sport played by two or four players, and involves hitting a ping pong ball across a table using small, solid bats. The set-up and rules of the game are similar to tennis, but the smaller scale and reduced movement make it more accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Just like tennis, it can be played solo or in pairs. You score a point by making a shot your opponent fails to return, or when your opponent’s return doesn’t hit your side of the table. The first player or pair to reach 11 points wins the game. If both players reach 10 points, the winner is the first to gain a lead of two points. Whoever wins the most of an odd number of games is the overall match winner.

Table Tennis England hosts a range of resources to help community groups and clubs include and engage people with disabilities. Whether it’s a range of different ways to play/coach, or variations in equipment and game format, Table Tennis England believes that everyone should be able to access and play table tennis, regardless of background or circumstances. Table Tennis England are proud of their commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and are confident that they demonstrate this through governance, projects and programmes. Working in collaboration with others is central to everything they do at Table Tennis England. Table Tennis England work with a range of partners including British Para Table Tennis and Sport for Confidence, to extend their reach of the sport among people living with a disability or long-term health condition.

What equipment will I need?

A ball, the rackets or paddles, the table, and the net. However, it should be emphasised that it is not necessary to have access to specialist equipment, and that a make-shift table can be fashioned from a kitchen or dining table, and if adapting for polybat or similar, the side panels can be made from cardboard.

How do I get involved?

To find out more about Table Tennis and the opportunities available to you visit Table Tennis England at: www.tabletennisengland.co.uk

Contact Table Tennis England at www.tabletennisengland.co.uk/contact-us/

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Email: help@tabletennisengland.co.uk