Improve your reflexes, hand-to-eye coordination and overall fitness levels with this fun racquet sport.

Table Tennis is played as either doubles (with 4 people around the table), or singles (with 2 people around the table).

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, table tennis is perfect for anyone;  just book a table and come on down!

You can either bring your own paddles and balls, or the Whitehaven Sports Centre can provide them for a small fee.

 Basic (Singles) Rules

• You score by hitting the ball over the net, and bouncing it on your opponent’s side of the table. If your opponent is unable to return the ball in the same way you gain a point, or if they hit the ball before it bounces you gain a point (unless the ball has left the table).
• When serving, the ball must bounce once on your side of the table before it goes over the net. If the ball hits the net and goes over you retake the serve, but if it doesn’t go over the net, your opponent gains a point.
• First to 11 points wins (if the score is 10-10, play until someone gains a 2 point lead)
• Change who serves every 2 points (if a score is 10-10, change at every point).

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