Maleny Table Tennis Club Inc. is a sports club located in Sunshine Coast Regional, Australia. The club aims to promote and provide the opportunity to learn and play the Olympic sport of table tennis within the local community. With a heavy emphasis on fun, fitness, and participation, the club welcomes players of all abilities, including juniors, adults, and veterans.
The club offers table tennis training sessions at the Maleny Activity Centre, which is located at Maleny State High School on Bunya Street. Training sessions take place on Thursday evenings from 6 PM and Sunday afternoons from 2 PM. Accredited coaches are available to provide table tennis teaching for those who wish to improve their skills.
Table tennis is not only a fun and social sport, but it also offers numerous health benefits. It helps to improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and balance. As a low-impact sport, it is easy on the joints and can help burn calories. It also provides mental stimulation, keeping the brain sharp and is even utilised as a treatment for dementia.
The Maleny Table Tennis Club Inc. is a small but active club that aims to contribute to building healthy and active communities. The club provides sustainable physical activity initiatives and opportunities for people of all ages. It engages people who are not physically active and provides access for people with disabilities.
The club also addresses issues relating to risk management and compliance with Australian standards.
The club has several players who have represented Queensland at both junior and veterans levels. Additionally, there are many accredited Level 1 Table Tennis coaches available to assist in the development of players. The club also benefits from regular visits from Bruno Levis, a full-time accredited table tennis coach and current five-time Queensland open table tennis champion.
As an affiliated member of Table Tennis Queensland, the club encourages players seeking regular competition matches to participate in the Sunshine Coast Table Tennis competition, which takes place on Tuesday evenings from 6 PM at Maroochydore State High School.
For more information about the club, including membership details, individuals can visit the club's website or contact the club president, Greg Williams, via email or phone. Membership applications can be obtained at the club's venue or via email.
Overall, Maleny Table Tennis Club Inc. is dedicated to promoting the sport of table tennis and providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for players of all levels. Whether individuals are looking to learn, improve their skills, or engage in competition, the club offers opportunities for everyone to enjoy this Olympic sport.