Coaching is available to suit all ages and skill levels:
Monday Junior Coaching
- Free practice and coaching for junior players - 5.00 to 5.30 pm Monday during schools program is available by contacting program coordinator, Jeff McNaughton. Suitable for beginners and those with some experience. Coaching is included in the nightly fee of $5. Contact Jeff McNaughton 0450 633 792 or mcbeevee1@windstream.net
Tuesday Junior Coaching
- Tuesdays from 4.30 to 6.00 pm for all juniors, conducted by Level 1 Coach, 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 Training/Coaching
- Conducted by Level 1 Coach Ian Weller on Thursdays from 4.30 to 6.30 pm aimed at all age groups. Players should be intermediate to advanced level. Not recommended for beginners. There will be a minimum of 45 minutes of games and the cost is $5. Further details, contact Ian Weller, ph 0429 268 474, ianweller@y7mail.com
Thursday State Junior Squad and Veteran Squad Training
- Conducted by Ian Weller 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. Further details, contact Ian Weller, ph 0429 268 474, ianweller@y7mail.com
Saturday Adult and Junior Coaching
- Beginners to Intermediate - all ages, children and adults welcome. Conducted by Jim Findley, Saturdays from 9.30 to 11.30 am for all ages. Parents and children can train together. No charge for members with practice passes. Otherwise $5 with the first two sessions free for non-members so you can come and try.
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 0409 828 631, edkasser@gmail.com
- Ian Weller is a Level 1 Coach with many years of 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