Start a club

Have you checked whether there is a similar club already running in your local area?

• Check the BeInspired Sport Club Finder
• Search Google and Social Media
• Ask Table Tennis England

How many potential members are there?

• Ask your friends and family
• Start a Facebook group or ask around on other social media platforms
• Speak to your local newspapers and radio stations
• Talk to your local schools

Do you have a venue?

• Speak to your Local Authority
• Speak to your local schools, colleges and universities
• Speak to your local leisure centre

When will your table tennis sessions take place?

• Check the availability of venues in your area
• Ask your potential members what days are best for them
• Check the Table Tennis England competition calendar for any clashes

Where will you recruit your coaches and volunteers?

• Check Table Tennis England’s Coaching database
• Register opportunities on our Volunteers & Job Seekers section
• Ensure that you are recruiting sufficiently qualified people

Have you considered a club committee?

• Think about who are the right people to be involved in a committee
• Consider carefully who will take on the roles of Chair, Secretary and Treasurer
• Will people be happy to volunteer their time towards your club?

What are your costs?

• How much will your facility cost to hire?
• Will you need to pay your coaches?
• Have you purchased equipment?
• Do you know the maintenance costs?

What funding streams are available to support?

• Contact your local Active Partnership and Local Authority to see if they have funding available
• View the Sport England funding webpages