Table Tennis - New this Fall!
Table Tennis is one of the most commonly played indoor sports around the world and is played in the Olympics and Paralympic Games.
The RA is transforming the Central Lounge area (overlooking Pickleball) into a welcoming, inclusive and fully accessible Table Tennis centre equipped with five (5) or six (6) tables on a competition sports floor for both the advanced players and beginners alike - Ready for play on October 3.
This new activity space will welcome volunteers who love the sport and who are committed to helping others and coaches who bring extensive experience, knowledge and technique. It will offer players of all ages and abilities the opportunity to get involved through memberships, speciality programs, private instruction, training and table rentals.
With the addition of this dynamic new space we have the opportunity to:
The RA is transforming the Central Lounge area (overlooking Pickleball) into a welcoming, inclusive and fully accessible Table Tennis centre equipped with five (5) or six (6) tables on a competition sports floor for both the advanced players and beginners alike - Ready for play on October 3.
This new activity space will welcome volunteers who love the sport and who are committed to helping others and coaches who bring extensive experience, knowledge and technique. It will offer players of all ages and abilities the opportunity to get involved through memberships, speciality programs, private instruction, training and table rentals.
With the addition of this dynamic new space we have the opportunity to:
- offer a one-stop solution for racquet sports;
- welcome a growing family of racquet sport enthusiasts;
- create even more impressive noise of balls pinging and thwacking (which we love);
- offer new opportunities for racquet sport participants to dabble or cross train in a different, yet similar type of activity;
- create additional revenues to help with costs and fuel re-investment.
Experience Table Tennis at the RA
Fall/Winter 2023/24 – October 3, 2023 through June 22, 2024
Registration for memberships and programs is now open.
Membership Options
Our membership options provide a variety for all playing types, whether you are looking for social play or something more competitive we have something for everyone. In this our inaugural year, RA Table Tennis Membership are valid Oct 3, 2023 to June 22, 2024*.
*Note: 2023-24 Membership fees have been pro-rated to reflect the later start (9 months). Moving forward memberships will be valid September through June (10 months).
*Note: 2023-24 Membership fees have been pro-rated to reflect the later start (9 months). Moving forward memberships will be valid September through June (10 months).
MORNING MEMBERSHIP
2023-2024 Season: October 4, 2023 to December 22, 2023 and January 8 to June 21, 2024
Recreational - All Levels
This is a great membership for anyone looking to meet new friends, stay fit, and continue to develop their table tennis skills! With a wide variety of playing times, you are guaranteed to meet new table tennis partners!
Max 96 memberships available.
The Morning Membership provides individuals the ability to book and play during any of the morning member practice times. Members will be required to book their practice time on-line up to three days in advance through PlayRA, at no additional fee. Each morning practice time has a maximum of 16 spots available.
Morning Membership Practice Times
FEE: $325 (plus tax). Program barcode: 104085
When you become an RA Table Tennis Morning Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
Recreational - All Levels
This is a great membership for anyone looking to meet new friends, stay fit, and continue to develop their table tennis skills! With a wide variety of playing times, you are guaranteed to meet new table tennis partners!
Max 96 memberships available.
The Morning Membership provides individuals the ability to book and play during any of the morning member practice times. Members will be required to book their practice time on-line up to three days in advance through PlayRA, at no additional fee. Each morning practice time has a maximum of 16 spots available.
Morning Membership Practice Times
- MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS
9:00am - 11:00am
- MONDAY TO FRIDAY
11:00am - 1:00pm
FEE: $325 (plus tax). Program barcode: 104085
When you become an RA Table Tennis Morning Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
SOCIAL PLAY MEMBERSHIP
2023-2024 Season: October 6, 2023 to December 22, 2023 and January 12 to June 21, 2024
Recreational - All Levels
Expect a friendly, competitive environment where players will play rotating partners, play matches including singles and doubles and get a good workout while having fun. Basic knowledge of Table Tennis is required.
Max 20 memberships available.
The Social Play Membership provides individuals the ability to regularly play;
FEE: $244 (plus tax). Program barcode: 104086
When you become an RA Table Tennis Social Play Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
Recreational - All Levels
Expect a friendly, competitive environment where players will play rotating partners, play matches including singles and doubles and get a good workout while having fun. Basic knowledge of Table Tennis is required.
Max 20 memberships available.
The Social Play Membership provides individuals the ability to regularly play;
- FRIDAYS
6:00pm - 9:00pm
FEE: $244 (plus tax). Program barcode: 104086
When you become an RA Table Tennis Social Play Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
COMPETITIVE EVENING BLOCK Membership
2023-2024 Season: October 3, 2023 to December 21, 2023 and January 8 to June 20, 2024
Registration is by invitation only - Competitive/Advanced Players
The Competitive Evening Block Membership is designed for advance players who want to regularly train and play with their favorite training partners. Choose your night (or nights) for 2 hours of continuous play and seize the opportunity to hone your skills!
Max 10 memberships per block - by invitation only.
BLOCK MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
When you become an RA Table Tennis Competitive Evening Block Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
Registration is by invitation only - Competitive/Advanced Players
The Competitive Evening Block Membership is designed for advance players who want to regularly train and play with their favorite training partners. Choose your night (or nights) for 2 hours of continuous play and seize the opportunity to hone your skills!
Max 10 memberships per block - by invitation only.
BLOCK MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
- MONDAYS, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Oct 2, 2023 - June 17, 2024
Fee: $162 (plus tax) - TUESDAYS, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Oct 3, 2023 - June 18, 2024
Fee: $162 (plus tax) - WEDNESDAY, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Oct 4, 2023 - June 19, 2024
Fee: $162 (plus tax) - THURSDAYS, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Oct 5, 2023 - June 20, 2024
Fee: $162 (plus tax)
When you become an RA Table Tennis Competitive Evening Block Member you are joining our not-for-profit Association. Active members enjoy the benefits and privileges of an Association Membership for the duration of their membership.
Drop-in OptionsAvailable as of October 3, 2023
The following options are open to everyone - No membership required
SOCIAL PLAY DROP-IN SESSIONS
All Levels Season: October 3, 2023 to June 22, 2024 A great way to add additional playtime or meet new players. The Social Play Drop-In Sessions do not have a dedicated coordinator to set games but rather provide an opportunity for individuals to meet new players or play with their regular group within a more collaborative atmosphere. Individuals will get the opportunity to create their own games, share tables and enjoy a social atmosphere.
Fee: $6/per 2-hour drop-in session HOW TO BOOK -
PAY-AS-YOU-PLAY TABLE RENTALS
One-hour table rentals are open to everyone. Juniors 6 to 12 yrs of age must be accompanied by an adult 18+. FEE (includes HST) : $16 per table Maximum 4 players per table CHECK-IN IS REQUIRED – Individuals who have booked are required to check-in at the East Member Services Desk BEFORE the start of their booking. Please ensure every individual in your party checks in. Individuals who do not check in repeatedly will receive a penalty charge. BOOKING RULES
Adult ProgramsRegistration in now open.
Registration in the following programs is open to everyone - No membership required
SENIOR SOCIAL 50+
Stay Active and Socialize with Passionate Players! Calling all 50+ players! Join our 2-hour supervised sessions to improve your fitness and hand-eye coordination. Rotate partners for a fantastic social experience with expert guidance from qualified coaches. Experience Match Play, Top Table, Friendly Ladder, and more in a supportive environment. FALL Session
WOMEN'S TRAINING PROGRAM
This table tennis program is a supportive initiative designed to introduce women to the sport of table tennis. Participants will learn the basic rules, techniques, strategies and etiquette in a relaxed and inclusive environment. The program focuses on developing fundamental skills such as serving, forehand and backhand, footwork all while improving hand-eye coordination. Through friendly practice and match situations, women will gain confidence and proficiency in playing table tennis fostering a love for the sport while encouraging camaraderie. Whether you are completely new to table tennis or have limited experience, this program provides an excellent opportunity to embark on your table tennis journey. FALL Session
MATCH PLAY
Beginner/Intermediate Play Match Play is designed for individuals to have the opportunity to play against others of their similar level. A coordinator will manage the rotation of players and will ensure fair playing time and challenging matches. The coordinator will assess your level to ensure challenging matches for everyone. Rules and etiquette will be taught as well as tips for beginners to improve your game! Individuals registering into the Intermediate program will be provided tips and skill development throughout the program. FALL Sessions
ADULT ACADEMY
All Levels This program is suited for recreational Adults 18+ interested in learning the fundamental strokes and wishing to continue to develop skills at all levels. FALL Sessions
Children & Youth ProgramsRegistration is now open.
Registration in the following programs is open to everyone - No membership required
mINI pING | 6 & 7 yrs old
Recreational Program - 6 & 7 yrs old Introducing the Kid's Mini Ping program, specially designed for children ages 6-7. Our recreational table tennis program offers a fun and interactive experience for the little ones. Through engaging games and activities, our expert instructors focus on developing your hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and basic understanding of table tennis rules. In a supportive and encouraging environment, children will have lots of fun while building a strong foundation in the sport. Mini Ping is the perfect way for your little ones to discover the joy of table tennis and make new friends along the way. FALL Session
KIDS ACADEMY | 8 - 13 yrs old
Beginner Program - 8 - 13 yrs old Welcome to Kids Academy! This dynamic recreational table tennis program is designed for kids ages 8-13 as an introduction to the exciting world of table tennis. Our experienced Coaches lead structured training sessions that focus on technique, footwork and tactical play. Through age-appropriate activities and exercises, the kids will learn the basic rules, techniques, etiquette and will improve their hand-eye coordination skills. The program focuses on fostering a positive and encouraging environment, emphasizing teamwork and building self-confidence. Participants will participate in friendly competitions and team building exercises. Whether you are a beginner or have some experience, Kids Academy program guarantees a fun and enriching table tennis trip for everyone. Register for one day or both. FALL Sessions YOUTH INTERMEDIATE PROGRAM | 14 - 17 yrs Old
FALL Sessions
High Performance ProgramsRegistration is by invitation only - HP training is designed for individuals with rating of 300+.
The players should be willing to participate and compete in tournaments or for someone looking to increase their skill development for the purpose of competing. The program promotes a positive, collaborative and competitive environment to allow tournament players to compete at their highest ability. Weekly sessions will be shaped around the main pillars: Physical, Technical, Tactical, Theoretical, Psychological and grass roots skill development. These sessions will be a mixture of game play, skill development, drills and tournament style play. Participants will also receive individual profiles and monthly reports explaining their developments and weaknesses to help them improve objectives and goals. This will help keep track of their development throughout the program. If you would like to be considered for the high performance program please email Amanda Romozzi at aromozzi@racentre.com, TRAINING WITH COACH JUAN | ADULTS 18yrs+
HP Training Program - ADULTS 18 yrs+ Individuals wishing to excel their development are encouraged to register to both Tuesday and Saturday sessions. FALL Sessions
TRAINING WITH COACH PAULO | 14 yrs+
HP Training Program - 14 yrs+ Individuals wishing to excel their development are encouraged to register to both Monday and Wednesday sessions. FALL Sessions
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Try-It SessionsNever played Table Tennis before and you are curious but not sure where to start? Our Try-it sessions are the right place for you. Come out, learn the basics and find out how you can get more involved in this amazing Olympic sport. FALL Sessions
How to...
Book a court or reserve a drop-in play session On-line through PlayRA Click here to read the How to Tips on the PlayRA page. By phone Call Member Services at 613-733-5100. Booking rules may be viewed in the Play-As-You-Play Table Rentals accordion. |
Coaching Team
Private And Semi-Private Lessons
Private and semi-private lessons are offered independently through the individual coaches and instructors.
Please contact the individual coach or instructor directly for availability, pricing and booking. See bios for contact details.
Private and semi-private lessons are offered independently through the individual coaches and instructors.
Please contact the individual coach or instructor directly for availability, pricing and booking. See bios for contact details.
JUAN ACOSTA COACH ABOUT JUAN
Juan Acosta has a degree in Sports Sciences (2016); in addition, he has diplomas in sports management from the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru (2020) and the Peruvian Institute of Sports (2017). As an athlete, Juan has held the title of National Champion in all categories in Peru and participated in numerous international tournaments, where he obtained the title of Bolivarian Champion in 2004. He participated in the Pan American Games in Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) in 2003, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) in 2007, and Guadalajara (Mexico) in 2011. University Olympic Games in Beijing (China) in 2001, and World Table Tennis Championships in Paris (France) in 2003. As a coach, Juan has dedicated himself to the improvement and development of table tennis students. He has the ITTF Level 3 coach certification (2020) and a certificate in the administration of ITTF table tennis institutions (2020). Join Juan in the world of table tennis! With his wealth of experience, skills, and enthusiasm, he is the ideal trainer to take your skills to the next level, whether you are a beginner or advanced. Under his guidance, you will not only perfect your game, but you will also enjoy at the table! Book a lesson with Juan: juan_carlosacosta@hotmail.com |
PAULO CHIRA COACH ABOUT PAULO
Level 2 Provincial Table Tennis Coach Paulo is proud to be one of the new Table Tennis coaches at the RA Centre for competitive players and currently coaches competitive players at national tournaments in Montreal and Toronto. Paulo was a national team member from 2004 to 2008. He was Canadian Senior National Champion in 2006 in the doubles category and North American Champion in doubles in 2007. He was also Junior Canadian National Champion in 2005 and 2006 in singles, teams, and doubles. Paulo has been representing Canada in various international tournaments around the world as a member of the junior and senior national team. Paulo has been coaching table tennis professionally for more than 10 years. He formed part of the provincial Ontario coaching team in 2012 and 2015 Canadian Table Tennis Championships and successfully helped the under-13 and under-15 teams to win the gold medal in doubles and teams. As a result, Paulo has the pleasure of coaching, drilling, and playing with top table tennis junior players across Canada. Paulo believes in the seriousness of the sport and his coaching style adjusts to all ages and categories. His athletic achievements include being an Ontario provincial champion in juniors from 2004 to 2007 and runner-up in the Senior Ontario championship in 2006. Paulo’s passion for coaching is equally as high as his passion for competing. His goal is to work with players to break barriers and improve their skills, so they achieve all their goals. Book a lesson with Paulo: pcluque@hotmail.com |
JULIA CHARBONNEAU COACH |
STEPHANE CHARBONNEAU COACH |
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ABOUT JULIA
Julia is a NCCP Certified Table Tennis Competition Introduction Coach and a certified Table Tennis Umpire. Julia is currently the Chair for Gender Equity Canada at Table Tennis Canada. Julia brings with her over 20 years of competitive table tennis experience as an advanced player playing locally and internationally. Formerly a top female junior in Canada representing Canada internationally and a finalist at the Commonwealth Games held in Bombay. Julia left competitive table tennis to raise a family and returned to rediscover her love of the sport. More recently, In 2018 Julia competed at the World Veteran Championships which had 4500 participants from all over the world. Winner of the Consolation Women s 55+ Doubles beating Japan in the finals. Julia has focused on coaching for over 7 years. In July 2022 she successfully organized a National Girls Table Tennis Training Camp for 14 of Canada’s elite female players from all across Canada. She has experience coaching both males and females, all skill levels and players of all ages. Julia continues to play and coach. Her passion for table tennis is contagious when you play her! Book a lesson with Julia: jjcharbonneau@yahoo.ca |
ABOUT STEPHANE
Stephane is NCCP Certified Table Tennis Competition Introduction Coach and a certified Table Tennis Umpire. Stephane brings with him over 30 years of competitive table tennis experience as an advanced player playing locally and internationally. Formerly one of Canada’s top 12 men and as a senior continues to excel in his sport. In 2015 he was Ontario Men s Champion for 40+. In 2019 he was a finalist at the Canadian Nationals for Men s 40+ and in the same Canadian Nationals was the winner for Men’s 50+. In 2022 he won the Winter Championships held locally. Stephane was responsible for co-creating, managing and participating in a successful local table tennis league which ran from October 2022 to May 2023. He simultaneously created, managed and participated in a successful weekly ladder. Stephane has over 7 years of coaching locally and has also coached Para internationally. Stephane continues to demonstrate his passion for the game whether he is playing or coaching. He is bilingual and welcomes any skill level and any age. If you want to have fun playing but are serious to learn, he is the Coach for you! Book a lesson with Stephane: charbon22.sc@gmail.com |
IRYNA SHEVCHENKO Coach ABOUT IRYNA
Iryna hails from a family deeply rooted in sports. She inherited a passion for the game from her grandmother, who was a teacher of physical education, and her father, who served as her table tennis coach from an early age. She achieved numerous titles in her region and competed in the Ukrainian National Super League. She was Ukrainian Champion in Women's Doubles. Her passion for sports led her to pursue a Master's Degree at the National University of Sports of Ukraine in Kyiv, from 2005 to 2010, with a specialization in Table Tennis Coaching and Physical Training Teaching. With 14 years of coaching experience, she enjoys working with individuals of all ages. Iryna is a Certified Table Tennis Coach in both Europe and Canada. Iryna's coaching philosophy reflects her genuine love for the sport. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table tennis community, both as a coach and an athlete. Her fluency in both English and Ukrainian allows her to connect with a diverse range of students. In 2016, she added another title by becoming the Champion of Ontario in Women's Singles. Previously, she offered private coaching in Toronto. Iryna moved to Ottawa and continues her coaching job. Iryna Shevchenko's dedication to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle is an inspiration to many, and her accomplishments in the field of sports continue to inspire others to pursue their athletic dreams. Book a lesson with Iryna: iryna.shevchenko.tt@gmail.com |
TONY CAMPBELL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ASSISTANT ABOUT TONY
Tony graduated from Nipissing University’s Faculty of Education, qualified to teach elementary students and high school physical education. In addition, he graduated from Ottawa University with his Masters Degrees in Education. After 30 years of teaching and coaching various school sports, Tony is excited to share his expertise and love of table tennis with the RA. As a member of British Columbia’s Junior Team in 1983, Tony has worked with provincial and national level coaches to develop a strong understanding of TT. He has worked with Canada’s National Para Team for three years, participated in various TT leagues, competed at the Canadian TT Championships, umpired at the Para TT Canadian Championships and successfully operated a local TT club in Ottawa for 15 years. Tony is currently working on achieving his Level 1 Coaching Certification and looks forward to working with all ages of people interested in learning the beautiful game of TT. |
