Table Tennis

Table tennis is a sport which can be played as singles, doubles or teams.

The game involves hitting a lightweight, ball back and forward using table tennis bats, on a hard table divided by a net. Except for the initial serve, players must allow a ball played toward them only one bounce on their side of the table and must return it so that it bounces on the opposite side. Points are scored when a player fails to return the ball within the rules.

5 sets can be played, up to 11 points and the first to win 3 sets wins the game

Play is fast and demands quick reactions; this increases co-ordination, speed, stamina and flexibility.

Greenbank Table Tennis Club

Practice

7 – 9pm Tuesday

Age: Juniors and adults

Cost: £1 per session,

Contact: Mark Palmer 0781 369 2614

This is an inclusive session and is available to disabled and non-disabled participants.

Merseyside Open Disabled Table Tennis Tournament

Greenbank Sports Academy hosts the annual Merseyside Open Disabled Table Tennis Tournament which will next take place on 9 December 2012. Disabled participants of any level are encouraged to take part in this British Grand Prix Circuit event.