ABOUT
TABLE TENNIS
Table tennis is a game in which two or
four players use little firm rackets to hit a
lightweight ball across a table back and
forth.
Commonly referred to as ping-pong
and whiff-whaff.
It is the second most popular game in
the world as well as the newest of the
world’s major sports.
Table tennis includes both individual
and team events.
Depending on sex, table tennis has
singles, doubles, mixed doubles, and
team disciplines.
INTERNATIONAL
COMPETITIONS
TECHNICALITIES The two biggest tournaments for
OF TABLE TENNIS professional table tennis players are
the Olympic Games and the World
The game is played on a hard nine-
Championships.
by-five-feet rectangular table
A miniature tennis net cuts the
table into half
The paddles, also known as rackets
or bats, are normally about 15
centimeters across and made of
rubber-coated plywood
The 40 millimeter diameter ball is
hard, lightweight, and made of
cellulose.
At the Olympics, athletes compete
against each other according to a
knockout system. Each match
consists of a maximum of seven
sets. The athlete who wins four sets
first is the winner
 10 REASONS TO PLAY
TABLE TENNIS
1. IT IS FAST MOVING 5. IT CAN BE PLAYED 8. IT IS GOOD FOR
AND EXCITING ANYWHERE YOUR BRAIN
Increases concentration and alertness and,
One of the fastest indoor sports in the world. You can play it in the house or at your
That means that you can play singles or pairs. local Everyone Active sports hall. stimulates brain function,

2. FUN AND EASY 6. IT CAN BE PLAYED 9. IT IS

TO LEARN ANYTIME AFFORDABLE
It isn't a seasonal activity that stops by snow or It's a cheap sport compared to many others.
The rules are simple: you hit the ball
rain. Tables can be set both inside and outside And it does not require much space.
with your bat and then hit the other side
of their table. 7. IT IS GOOD FOR 10. YOU DON'T HAVE
3. OPPORTUNITY YOUR BODY TO BE COMPETITIVE
FOR ALL AGES It can improve your strength, stamina,
agility and speed—essential skills for any TO ENJOY IT
Suited to all age groups due to the fact that it athlete. You can play for fun or for competition, and
is easy to learn and does not require physical
there are many levels of play available for
strength.
both.
4. A SOCIAL SPORT
It is a great way to meet new friends who
share a common interest.