The guest of the SE Internet editorial staff was Maxim Shmyrev, a five-time national champion, vice-president of the Russian Table Tennis Federation, as well as the current world champion in ping pong.

It was about ping-pong - a relatively recently emerged variety of table tennis - that we were talking about in our conversation. Fortunately, this coming weekend, November 24 and 25, the Russian selection for the second ever world championship in this sport will take place.

Officially, the competition will be called the “1st Maxim Shmyrev Ping-Pong Cup,” Shmyrev said. - We will hold them at the Topspin sports club near Moscow - this is a well-known place for table tennis fans. There are enough tables there, so we expect that between 50 and 100 people will be able to attend. And the top three winners will receive tickets to the World Championships, which will take place in early January in London.

REFUSE TO ROTATION

- And yet, what is ping-pong? For most, this word is simply a synonym for table tennis.

In fact, this is a type of table tennis, a kind of throwback to several decades ago. The point is this. As you know, modern table tennis is a professional sport that has been included in the Olympic program since 1988. It is incredibly complex technically - so complex that it is practically incomprehensible to the general public, and therefore unprofitable for television display. Imagine, another master from China comes to the table, performs a tricky serve - and his opponent takes it somewhere into the wall or the ceiling. The inexperienced public simply will not understand what the matter is: what kind of athletes are these who have been practicing their sport for 20 years, but cannot accept a serve! It’s another matter when, for example, Roger Federer serves at a speed of 200 kilometers per hour in tennis - everyone understands why such a ball is difficult to receive.

- And in table tennis?

It's all about the crazy spins that modern rackets impart to the ball. A simple example. If you haven't been playing table tennis for at least a year, then out of the 20 serves I throw at you, you will almost certainly not hit a single one. And not only will you fail to throw the ball to my side of the table, but you will generally direct it somewhere incomprehensible - and you will also laugh at your inability to hit it in the desired direction. In short, spins are the main and most difficult part of modern table tennis. It is connected with the equipment used: the vast majority of high-level tennis players play with soft rubber pads glued to sponges of different thicknesses. If you give up soft rubber and sponges and stick harder pads on your rackets, the game changes.

One well-known trend of this kind is the so-called hardbat. In it, everyone plays with the same blades with rubbers without a sponge with the pimples facing out. In Soviet times, similar rackets were produced in Estonia and cost a ruble and 25 kopecks. In ping pong, sandpaper is used instead of pads. Such a racket practically does not “hook” the ball, and opponents exchange flat blows without rotation.

- How does this affect the nature of the game?

First of all, the ball stays on the table longer, and the audience better understands what is happening. Giveaways are becoming longer and more exciting. At the same time, this discipline also requires serious physical preparation and regular training. In general, this is how table tennis was played before, when modern rubbers had not yet been invented. In my opinion, this type of tennis is more democratic, more open, and non-professional players can easily achieve success in it.

- How did you get into ping-pong?

I was simply invited to take part in the first World Championship, which took place in February 2011 in Las Vegas. I became interested. I had never played with sanding rackets before, I only took part in a hardbat tournament once. I made a similar racket with my own hands, practiced with it for a couple of weeks, and I liked it. Now I play ping-pong regularly, and in Las Vegas I managed to defend the honor of Russia and become the best among 16 participants from all over the world.

- What brought you success?

I try to act in a sharp attacking manner - I attack from both sides, play close to the table. In ping-pong, this model of play is not yet very common: the same hardbats prefer to retreat to the middle zone and perform more defensive shots, especially on the left.

- It’s probably easier for defenders in general to adapt to ping-pong conditions?

Yes, sure. And for defenders, especially if in “ordinary life” they use spikes (pads with pimples facing outward. - Note "SE"), and it’s easier for other players with non-standard equipment to adapt. But for traditional attackers, relying on the properties of soft rubber - its elasticity, the catapult effect - it is more difficult. In any case, the main thing is to understand the basic technique. And here, of course, professional tennis players have an advantage: it is easier for them to learn as they go, they quickly understand what exactly needs to be changed in their game in order to adapt to unusual equipment. But, I repeat, amateurs also have a good chance of success. We hope that this coming weekend they will come to our tournament. Although, according to my information, some professionals are planning to speak at it.

WALDNER WILL HAVE A HARD TIME

Do any of the world's table tennis stars take part in ping-pong competitions? How widespread is ping pong in the world?

So far it is somewhat less known than the same hardbat. But active work is underway to promote it. The first World Championship, as I already said, was organized by the Americans - and a report about this tournament was then shown on TV in the USA and Europe for a year. In general, the main emphasis is now on television. The championship in London will be broadcast by a well-known British television company specializing in showing such popular sports as snooker and darts. In addition, the International Table Tennis Federation has agreed that the tournaments will be officially called the World Ping Pong Championships.

Outstanding tennis players, Swede Mikael Appelgren and Jan Ove Waldner himself, have already announced their desire to perform in London. It will be a matter of honor for the organizers to ensure their participation in the tournament. I will also come to the British capital and hope to defend my title.

- How do you assess your chances in a possible match with the great Swede?

Waldner is the Mozart of table tennis. He was always famous for his amazing technique, fantastic feel for the ball, and ingenious combinations. I've heard that Waldner has already started training with sandpaper rackets, so he'll probably be dangerous in ping pong as well. It would be very interesting for me to meet this great player - and even try to defeat him. Still, a lot depends on the time spent on training. For example, when I first started training with sanded rackets, I soon began to easily beat players who were at the same level as me in table tennis. In a game of up to 11 points, I gave them a nine-point handicap - and won!

- By the way, are ping-pong tournaments held according to the usual rules?

Our tournament will be held according to standard regulations. But in general there are interesting ideas. For example, in the same Las Vegas, the rule of doubling points was used: at a certain moment, an athlete could “appoint” a draw, the victory of which would bring not one, but two points. Perhaps after the London World Cup we will make changes to our rules. We want to organize an official ping-pong federation, establish mass production of sanding rackets (we have already started, but we had very little time to prepare) and do much more. In a word, we will popularize ping-pong as a spectacular form of table tennis accessible to the general public.

Finally, I would like to know your opinion about the state of affairs in Russian table tennis - in its “traditional” version.

At the European level, we now have a fairly strong position - especially among men. Five Russian tennis players play at the level of the top hundred in the world rankings - we haven’t had this for 40 years. Unfortunately, we did not perform very well at the recent European Championships in Denmark, but we must make allowances for the fact that the three strongest players of the country’s men’s team did not participate in it. We also have bright personalities in the women's team.

In general, I see good prospects for the development of Russian table tennis. The FNTR plans to open several regional table tennis centers, and this will be a huge step for the proper development of our sport in Russia.

Nikolay KOROTAEV

Tennis is a modern popular sport included in the Olympic Games program. It is played by professional athletes, as well as numerous amateurs. During physical education lessons, schoolchildren engage in this sport. It is also common in children's summer camps. Tennis is available to people of all ages. Many people around the world have been addicted to this game throughout their lives.

Tennis is divided into tennis and table tennis, which is also called ping pong. There can be two rivals. Otherwise, teams compete with each other. The sports equipment for tennis is a ball, rackets and a net that separates the players. During the game, tennis players throw the ball over the net. To win, you need to do this in such a way that your opponent is unable to hit it in the right way.

This game is useful for shaping the figure, slimming the body and strengthening muscles, which is why many people are interested in this sport and visit tennis clubs, such as Pipong Table Tennis Club. Its influence on a person’s physical condition can be compared to fitness. Regular tennis practice also helps develop determination, endurance, energy and mobility. At the same time, reactions develop and teamwork skills appear.

There are several differences between tennis and table tennis:

Tennis requires a net stretched across the entire court - a special field for this game. For table tennis, one table will be enough.
. Ping-pong players practically do not run, but only move slightly near their edge of the table.
. Tennis requires a significant distance between players. The ball is constantly in the field of view of tennis players and spectators, but the game is played at a slower speed than in ping-pong.
. Tennis is more interesting to watch. In its tabletop version, the ball moves quite quickly and spectators often do not have time to follow it.

An important factor is ease of learning. You can choose a coach as your opponent in tennis. In this case, the learning process will go faster and more efficiently, since an experienced coach has all the necessary knowledge of how to play the game. You will learn from him how to easily parry your opponent's serves, practice basic strikes and learn about some other secrets of this exciting game.

If your opponent in table tennis is an experienced person, then this will also have a good effect on the learning process. Just remember that when playing ping pong you need to concentrate on the ball and learn how to move around the table correctly.

Ping Pong is one of the most popular board games in the world. It develops dexterity, reaction, and simply allows you to warm up after sitting at the computer for many hours. At the same time, not everyone knows about the history of this game and the most interesting facts associated with it.

1. Ping pong originated in England

The true origins of ping pong are unknown, but most historians say that the game originated in Victorian England. Outdoor tennis courts in Great Britain were often damaged by heavy rain, so aristocrats preferred to play indoors. Initially, the salons used cigar box lids instead of rackets, and stacks of books acted as entrances.

There is also a theory that British soldiers invented ping pong in India or South Africa, and then brought their hobby back to their homeland.

2. "Table Tennis" is a registered trademark

According to the International Table Tennis Federation, the first person to try to patent the parlor game was an Englishman named James Devonshire. He called the game "table tennis." But Devonshire, who applied for the patent in 1885, abandoned it in 1887. Other reports claim that Englishman David Foster patented the rules of table tennis in 1890.

John Jacques, founder of the English sports equipment company John Jacques and Son Ltd, is credited with officially commercializing ping pong in 1901. He laid out the official rules for the game, which he called "gossima", and began selling equipment for the game. The name "gossima" did not catch on, so Jacques soon called the game "ping pong" because of the sound made by the balls.

3. Ping Pong is actually the same as table tennis

Jacques eventually lost the rights to the game to English distributor Hamley Brothers and American board game company Parker Brothers. When these companies began to own the name "ping pong", others who produced similar games had to come up with a new name. Players in many countries began calling the game "table tennis" (which is what the game was called in its early years). Separate associations for “ping pong” and “table tennis” arose; they even used different rules. Associations and games merged in England in 1901.

4. Ping-pong is especially popular in Asia.

At the beginning of the 20th century, the ping pong craze swept through Central Europe. However, the game's success was short-lived. The fashionable hobby was soon forgotten, although the game later experienced a revival in England in the 1920s. In 1926, the International Table Tennis Association was created in Berlin. That same year, the first World Table Tennis Championships took place in London. In Asia, the craze for the game began in the early 1950s. By the time the 1952 Ping Pong Championship was held in Mumbai, Asian players had already dominated the world stage.

5. The best ping pong player of all time is a Swede

Ping-pong was invented by the British, and the Chinese currently dominate this sport. However, the Swede Jan-Ove Waldner, who received the nickname “The Mozart of Table Tennis,” is officially recognized as the best player in the history of ping pong.

6. Return of popularity

Today, ping pong has a clear social focus. Many venues are springing up to host the game, with "ping pong bars" around the world competing with each other to be crowned the most "luxury table tennis resort". According to the International Table Tennis Federation, about 300 million people play ping pong in the world.

7. Olympic Games

Ping pong became an official Olympic sport in 1988 during the Summer Olympics in Seoul. Currently, competitions are held in several categories: men, women and teams.

8. Ping Pong Inspired Inventors

Daniel Thompson, inventor of the bagel machine, died in September 2015. Although he became famous for this culinary invention, Thompson also invented a folding ping pong table on wheels.

9. The game was used as a diplomatic tool

In the early 1970s, ping pong was used to improve relations between China and the United States. Much to the surprise of Western officials, the world champion American table tennis team was invited to visit the People's Republic of China in 1971 for a series of friendly matches against the Chinese team. The athletes became the first Americans to visit China since the Chinese Communist Revolution in 1949. This led to a major shift in international relations and President Richard Nixon's trip to Beijing in 1972.

The attitude towards table tennis in the USSR was ambiguous. While it was quite popular among the people, officials did not take this game seriously until the 1950s, and therefore the development of this sport was somewhat hampered.

11. Quick game

Experienced athletes can send a ping pong ball through the net at speeds exceeding 160 km/h. In 1993, a world record was set when Jackie Bellinger and Lisa Lomas managed to throw a ball over the net 173 times in a minute.

12. Sports to burn calories

According to Weight Watchers, ping pong is one of the best sports for burning calories. Beginners can expect to burn 200 - 350 calories per hour of play, while experienced players can burn up to 500 calories per hour, depending on activity during the match.

Table tennis, also known as ping pong, is an exciting game that can be played by 2 or 4 players. Even amateur players can become highly skilled relatively quickly. Ping pong at a professional level is truly a spectacle! This article outlines the basic rules of table tennis along with tips for those who want to win.

Steps

Part 1

Find a gaming partner. You probably want to start playing with someone around your level or above, and preferably someone who is not aggressively competitive. This way you can have fun and learn how to play. You can play one-on-one or in two groups of two, like doubles. And you'll probably need ping pong balls, rackets and a table available at all times if you don't have regular access to them.

You need to know how to hold a racket. There are two most commonly used racquet grip styles: the grip and the handshake. Regardless of how you grip the racquet, it is important to hold it loosely to allow free movement of the wrist. If your fist is clenched around the handle, most of your power will come from your hand at the wrist and you won't be as accurate. Don't squeeze the racket.

• Handle: You essentially hold the racquet the same way you would hold a pen. Handshake: You place your hand on the handle of the racket as if you were greeting it, and then wrap your fingers loosely around it. The main thing here is to feel what is most comfortable for you.

1. Decide who serves first. According to the official (ITTF) rules of the International Table Tennis Federation, the right to choose the first serve is determined by lot (a tossed coin, a broken match, etc.); The winner chooses either who to serve first or which side of the table to play from. If the winner chooses to serve, then the opponent gets the right to choose which side of the table he will play from, and vice versa.

   • In most ping pong games, there is a quick exchange of shots, usually with each player spelling out one letter of the word P-I-N-G for each shot they make. Once the word P-I-N-G is spelled out, the person who won the exchange serves first or chooses which side of the table they want to play from.

2. Serving the ball. The ball must be thrown vertically with your free hand at least 16 cm, and then it must be hit with the racket so that it first hits your side of the table, and only then goes through the net to the opponent's side.

   • If you are playing alone, you can choose any point on the opponent's side, and the opponent must then return the ball back to you. If two players are playing, then serves alternate between you and your partner, starting with the person on the right flank, and the ball should bounce first on the right half of your side of the table and then should be delivered to your opponent's cross side.
   • The serve changes sides every two points. After two points that result in a win, your opponent (or in doubles, the person on the other side of the table, standing diagonally from you) gets to serve. After more than two points, the original server (or in doubles, his partner) serves.
   • If the ball hits the net, the serve is lost. After two consecutive inaccurate hits, the opposing team receives a point.
   • In a game moment, the person who loses the serve must be the server.

3. Return of the ball. After serving or returning, the ball can be hit anywhere on the opponent's side. The ball must be hit after it has bounced once on your side, but before it has bounced twice or hit the floor or any other object near the table.

   • If the ball hits the net on return but goes over the net and hits your opponent's side, the ball is still in play and your opponent must return it.

4. A set of glasses. A point is awarded for each exchange of strikes that you do not lose, or your opponent can take the point regardless of who served. Here's the gist of it:

   • If your serve enters the net and leaves the table without hitting the opponent's side, or (in doubles) hits the wrong half of the opponent's side, the receiving opponent or team scores a point.
   • If you do not make a legal return (as described above when the ball hits the net or misses the opponent's side), the point is awarded to the opponent.
   • If you receive a legal serve or return a stroke with your racket or touch the ball with your body, a point is awarded to your opponent. Note that if your opponent's serve or return does not hit your side of the table, you will still score a point even if the ball hits you or you catch it after it hits the end of the table.
   • If you touch the table with your free hand or move the table, your points are assigned to your opponent.

5. Winning the game. Many people like to play to 21 or 15 (alternating pitcher every 5 points) and this is good for the game. The official rules, however, state that the game goes to 11 points (alternating server every 2 points). To win, you need to be ahead by two points. If players or teams are tied 10-10 or 20-20, the normal serving order continues, but the service sides change after every point, instead of changing after every two points.

   A new game. In sanctioned competitions, the competition is won by the player or team that wins two out of three games. Players change sides after each game and they also change sides in the third game (if a third game is necessary) when the player or team earns five points.

   • The team or player who serves first at the start of the game also changes each game. As a rule, this should always be followed. No player should have an advantage over another.

   Part 2

   Skill Development

   1. Constant practice. You can become quite good at ping pong with constant practice. The most important things to practice are keeping your eye on the ball, getting a sense of timing, and being able to hold the ball low.

      • From the very first moment you lift your racquet, you must make a conscious effort to follow the ball with your eyes, from the moment it is served onwards.
      • Over time you will get better at it, you just need to get used to the ball, but it will help if you keep your eye on the ball.
      • Serving the ball low without hitting the net is the hardest skill for beginners. This is also an important point because high balls can be hit easily. Try to keep the racquet as horizontal as possible and use your wrist to apply energy to the ball. In general, the faster the ball moves, the easier it is to keep it low.

   2. Develop a strong backhand and forehand. You need to be able to hit the ball from either side if you want to become a good table tennis player, and it is generally not practical to switch hands when hitting, so perfect your shots with either your left or your right.

      Learn to serve the ball with spin. This is done by rotating your wrist from side to side or up and down as you hit the ball. To counter a spin ball, you must serve the spin ball yourself. If you have time, practice this shot on a wall, experimenting with what works for you.

      • Think of a chipped serve, cutting the underside as you do when dropping the ball. This will be a curved ball, slow it down and throw it on a new trajectory. Experiment with this with your backhand.

   3. Downward punches (smash) that your opponent hits high. Smash hits (also called slams or spears) throw the ball with great force and speed, so you need to be able to react to the impact. Smash is a powerful weapon, but it can be difficult to use it accurately, and you may find that your smashes initially go to the net, or to the other side of the table. Don't be afraid and try it. Ultimately, you will succeed.

      • It's like volleyball. Once you hit a smash, it will be virtually impossible for your opponent to keep the ball in play. This will be one of your most used skills and will frustrate your opponent.

   4. Develop a killer serve. A fast serve or a serve with a lot of spin can be the key to your game as you face better players. If you make an easy serve, you will be lucky when you get the ball back. A light serve gives your opponent time to finish without you even realizing why.

      • Speed ​​is definitely important as you aim your shots upward, but you must maintain aim and accuracy. As you get better and better each time, you will be able to predict where the ball will go and how it will behave with each shot.

   5. Outwit your opponent. You're up against the best players and you can't count on them to make mistakes, even if you're having a hard time hitting the ball. You must force your opponent to make mistakes by gaining control of the game and forcing your opponent to make a lot of moves around the table. If you can hit one shot from the right side and then quickly hit another shot from the left side, you could prevent your opponent from receiving the ball. Tricks such as a smash or left-right pattern followed by two or three consecutive right hands can also knock an opponent off balance and into a smash position.

   Part 3

   Get serious

   1. Do it like the professionals do. Professional players tend to stand a little further back at the table, and as you start to get into a faster exchange of blows, you may find this to be a good technique. The ball is coming so fast and so hard that standing further is the only way to continue exchanging blows. And if your opponent chooses a side, you must choose the same side as him.

      • In addition to the position, they have various equipment. There are a wide variety of ping pong rackets that are affordable yet cheap and can be purchased at your local discount store. They are very good for beginners. As you become more advanced, you can buy a good custom racket.

   2. Take your strategy as a basis. After you play for a while, you will automatically start noticing your strengths and weaknesses. Then you will need to choose a strategy that plays and use your strengths in the game and take your weaknesses out of the game. Here are four common player styles:

      • Control players. They try to maintain control throughout the game and therefore rarely take risks. They don't use smash attacks too much and stick to a traditional style.
      • Defensive players. This type of player tries to force his opponent to make a mistake without focusing on his own play.
      • Attack players. These players tend to be quite aggressive, focusing their attention on spin and consistency. They can serve the ball very well and clearly understand the effects of spin on the ball.
      • Power players. There is no cheating here, and players mainly rely on the power of their shot to make the speed confuse the opponent.

   3. Know who your opponents are. When you know your opponent, you will know his playing style and you will know how to prepare for it. People tend to prefer a certain type of shot and will always go back to the type of play they prefer by default. Here are some things to pay attention to:

      • A counter shot is when solid contact is made with the ball (slightly but without spin) at the top of the bounce. A player who sticks to this will more often than not be in the middle of the table because they have to quickly choose between their forehand and backhand.
      • The swing stroke is when the underside of the ball contracts during impact. The number of spins may vary. To combat such a blow, work from the middle and, above all, be patient. Varying your strikes will prevent them from becoming convenient for your opponent.
      • Blockers are defenders. They don't like to attack, so you need to force them to do it. Vary between short and long serves and adapt to your playing style. Don't use your full power the way they want.
      • The loop is a shot that starts from your feet, from your shoulders and ultimately from a shot that makes the ball go slightly up and send it without spin. If you encounter such a blow, be aggressive. Force your opponent to play defense, which is usually not their strong suit.
      • Players who hold their racquet in the grip position typically have a very strong forehand and a weak backhand. However, knowing this, they usually work very well with their feet. You will be able to get them to hit backhand shots wide enough and varied enough that they won't be able to stay on the edge of the table.

   4. There are several different tactics. No matter who you're playing with, it's a good idea to come up with a few ideas in your skull. The element of surprise is incredibly important in this game. Surprise your opponent and victory will be yours.

      • Be sure to vary your twists and kicks. Good players will be able to read you like a book and know exactly what you're going to do next. They see how you like to hit balls, where you like to hit balls, and what your chances are in different positions. To avoid this, vary your style. Vary your spin, serve height, and strike speed. Keep your opponent on their toes.
      • Know how to direct your ball out of the opponent's reach. If you are facing an opponent who is holding the racket in a handshake manner, their reach is within arm's length and close to their body when hitting the backhand. By playing in the middle and outside wide (purposefully), you can focus on your opponent's weaknesses. But don't take our word for it, this guide is for your opponents too, so look for weaknesses yourself!
      • By moving the table against the wall, you can play alone. The wall will return the ball (hopefully one), giving you a little more power to throw.
      • Avoid playing outdoors where wind may affect the flight of the ball. This can be a bit annoying as the ball may not land where you want it to. You can choose to play in a gym or a large room where no wind can ruin the game.
      • Some recreational players change the rules so that the serve can come from the end of the table (as opposed to the side) according to the rules. Another common substitution is if your serve bounces twice on your opponent's side, he scores a point. These rule changes can be helpful in making serves less of a factor in the game so you can get more practice exchanging shots.
      • Practice hitting the table, it will annoy your opponents.
      • Did you know that sportsmanship is also required in this game? Remember to smile at your opponent and say “sorry” whenever you throw the ball out of bounds or serve too far. Yes, it matters.
      • Practice your hand strength on a mirror.
      • When hitting hard, hit it so that the path of the ball goes diagonally. This will increase the distance, but there will still be enough power left to make a decent shot.

      Warnings

      • Make sure you agree on the rules with your opponent before you play. Different people sometimes use different rules, and if everything is clear before the game, you can avoid disputes.
      • Getting hit by a ping pong ball can be very painful. It can leave scars (players using Assassin's Strike are especially aware of this).
      • Experienced players won't take you seriously if you call the game ping pong instead of table tennis.

Table tennis is a very popular sport today. Ping-pong is also popular today. Which, in fact, is not surprising, since we are talking about almost identical concepts. Initially, the concepts of table tennis and ping-pong meant the same phenomenon. Playing ping pong meant exactly the same as playing table tennis. Actually, the very concept of ping pong is English, and does not mean anything, is not translated in any way, and it comes from the sound that the ball makes from the racket and from the table.

Differences today

However, today, ping pong classes are somewhat different from table tennis classes. What are the differences? In inventory. You can play ping pong not with any rackets, but only with specific models - instead of the rubber pads familiar to many of us today, as paradoxical as it sounds, sandpaper is used. Additionally, the learning process for ping pong and table tennis is also different. Table tennis is an Olympic sport, so training should be more strict and tough.

Technique

The playing technique is also somewhat different. Table tennis is characterized by rapid movements, powerful attacks, and unexpected counterattacks. Table tennis is an inventive, energetic game that requires initiative, creativity, observation, a keen eye, and sustained concentration. Ping pong classes are characterized by less rapidity - the task of the players is to make as many hits as possible on the ball in one serve. People of all ages and health levels can play ping pong. Ping pong classes calm and relax, while you still have the opportunity to improve your health and physical fitness.

What unites

In any case, both table tennis training and ping pong training should be carried out by a coach - this is the only way you can count on the correct technique, the opportunity to develop, get acquainted with the nuances of the game, and so on.
With a coach, you can achieve process, development in the game - be it table tennis or ping pong. Ping pong classes with a professional trainer will give you the opportunity not only to get real pleasure from the game, but also to have health benefits and help you get in shape.

What do we offer

In our table tennis club you will find all the conditions to play ping pong or table tennis - with pleasure and benefit. We employ professional trainers and current masters of sports. Classes in our club will allow you to get acquainted not only with the basis of these games, but also with the nuances. You will learn not just to hold a racket in your hands, but you will learn to predict your opponent’s actions and think through your actions several steps ahead. Learning ping pong or table tennis in our club for several months will already give you the opportunity to feel the spirit of competition when participating in competitions. It is quite possible that you will also experience the taste of victory.

The advantage of our hall

• Transport accessibility;
• Variability of classes (group and individual);
• Possibility of renting a table either one-time or purchasing a subscription.

Come and play

And, of course, ping pong and table tennis classes in such a big club as the Luzhniki table tennis club mean a lot of new acquaintances, a lot of positive emotions and vivid impressions. Almost everyone who comes to us just to play ping pong remains our students - having experienced all the charm of this game, it is no longer possible to just quit training. If you want to play ping pong or table tennis, come to us: ping pong classes in our club will allow you to achieve your goals in the shortest possible time.