Table tennis table dimension or size is regulated by the ITTF, the International Table Tennis Federation. While regulation sized ping pong tables are required for professional play, there are smaller tables aimed for consumers with confined spaces. For extremely small locations, conversion tabletops are the way to go. Read more…
One of the most important pieces of equipment when playing table tennis is probably the table itself. While this sport used to be played on dining tables using books as nets, in our modern age, this sport has turned into a game with precision equipment governed by the International Table Tennis Federation, or ITTF for short. In this article, I will go over the ITTF laws and regulations governing the use of table tennis tables in competitions. Read more…
An overlooked equipment in table tennis is the net assembly which consist of the net, its suspension, and the posts and clamps associated with holding the net in place. While most table tennis tables come with a standard net assembly set, it often times does meet regulations of the International Table Tennis Federation, or ITTF. Read more…
So you’ve decided to give table tennis a try. Why not? It’s an athletic sport that can be played indoors, it’s competitive, and truly fun for all ages. To get started, all you need are some table tennis balls, 2 table tennis paddles, and a table tennis table. Once you have all the equipment in place, it’s time to get started! However, before hitting your very first ball, you’ll need to consider how to correctly hold the paddle (or some call them blades). Read more…
