I have not play table tennis for 45+ years. Several years ago. On a Friday night, I wondered into Naples Table Tennis Club right behind Sam's Club on Immokalee Road inside building #3 of Our Savior Lutheran Church on 1955 Curling Ave.
There were four tables and players were concentrated and focused on playing their games. Some played with smooth inverted rubbers and several with pimpled rubber. It appeared that they not only keep the ball on the table but hit each ball with a purpose with amazing power and speed. The tables are high quality tournament table, Stiga Optimum 30. Impressive!
A gentleman named Tony, approached me and ask me if I would like to have a game. I was hesitating to show my Walmart's racket but what the hell, nothing ventures nothing gain! Tony, after a few minutes of warmup, slaughtered me in 3 quick games. Every time, I pushed the ball back, he would attack me with a quick punch shot or a flick! He would return my spiny balls with ease. The powerful smash just too much for me to handle! O, well, maybe I can use a better paddle and more practice to get back in shape.
There is a separate room with one table, they called the training room where you can practice and train with a partner or have a game.
Now, I'm a regular at Naples Table Tennis Club working on fundamentals and smash with a better Butterfly racket called Viscaria with Tenergy 05 and Hurricane III Neo rubber. My grips and racket angles are in slight better shape. It is a great way to improve focus, hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and quick thinking. Many players are friendly and often help me to get better with advice and suggestions. It is a long journal but filled with fun and sweat!
To me, this is an opportunity to become a better player and healthier life style! If you looking for an indoor sport, consider table tennis. Or simply stop by Naples Table Tennis Club to have a tryout! This is a place where you can practice with purpose and play with passion. read more