Coaching is available to suit all ages and skill levels:
Monday Adult Practice and Coaching
- Mondays from 10 am to 12 noon for adults with some experience. Qualified coach Roger Massie will be in attendance most weeks. Free for members holding a practice pass. Non-members - $5 sessional fee (first session free). Enquiries: Roger Massie, ph 0488 488 634, rogermassie@hotmail.com
Monday Junior Coaching
- Free pre-roster practice and coaching for junior players - 5.00 to 5.30 pm Monday roster nights. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Run by Georgina Newton. Coaching is included in the roster fee of $4. Contact Georgina Newton, ph 0455 040 666, georgina.rose.newton@gmail.com
Tuesday Junior Coaching
- Tuesdays from 4.30 to 6.30 pm for all juniors, conducted by Ian Weller. Join at any time. From ages 7 years and up. Cost is $5. New juniors receive the first 2 sessions free. Contact Ian Weller, ph 0429 268 474, ianweller@y7mail.com
Wednesday Adult Coaching
- Wednesday mornings from 10 am to 12 noon for adults new to the sport or those wishing to brush up on basic strokes. The format includes coaching exercises and games to improve skills and confidence in a relaxed atmosphere. New players are welcome at any time. Chris Hooper (Level 1 Coach) will organise the sessions. Free for members holding a practice pass. Non-members - $5 sessional fee (first session free). Enquiries: Chris Hooper, ph 6225 5129, ckhooper48@gmail.com
Thursday Adult and Junior Coaching
- Thursdays from 5.30 to 7.30 pm for both juniors and adults, conducted by experienced coach Eddie Kasser. Join at any time. From ages 7 years and up. Cost is $5 under 18 and $7 adult. New juniors receive the first 2 sessions free. Parents and children can train together. Contact Eddie Kasser, ph 0435 565 687 edkasser@gmail.com
Thursday State Junior Squad and Veteran Squad Training
- Conducted by Ian Weller, provides training for juniors selected to represent Tasmania at the Australian National Junior Championships and veterans selected for the Australian Veterans Championships. Training usually commences in May following the Southern Open Championships.
Saturday Adult and Junior Coaching
- Beginners to Intermediate - all ages, children and adults welcome. Experienced coach Roger Massie, Saturdays from 9.30 to 11.30 am for all ages. Learning correct technique provides the framework for faster improvement and progression to more advanced training. Parents and children can train together. Cost $5 children and $7 adult. Join any time - first two sessions free for children. Contact Roger Massie, ph 0488 488 634, rogermassie@hotmail.com
Private Coaching
- Eddie Kasser is a former Australian international representative, twice Tasmanian Open winner, as well as a professional player for a club in England, and has worked as a coach in Europe. He has extensive knowledge about the game of table tennis. Contact Eddie Kasser, ph 0435 565 687, edkasser@gmail.com
- Ian Weller is a Level 1 Coach with many years experience in coaching at all levels and with all ages. He is a regular player at Division 1 level and is senior coach to State junior teams. Contact Ian Weller, ph 0429 268 474, ianweller@y7mail.com