Celebrate World Table Tennis Day on April 23rd!

World Table Tennis Day is celebrated on April 23! Have you thought about where you are going to play the sport and with whom?

What is World Table Tennis Day?

From 2023 onwards, World Table Tennis Day will be celebrated on April 23 every year. The goal is to be a celebration of table tennis that promotes the interests of the sport, brings together fans and non-fans, and gives everyone a chance to play.

At the same time, it also represents universality and social inclusion, illustrating the joy of playing table tennis for fun, emphasizing participation and enjoyment rather than competition.

This year’s theme is Think Sustainably, Act Now, which leads to an additional focus on raising awareness of several sustainable development goals.

Where can you find an event/activity that you can participate in on the actual day?

Keep an eye out for activation campaigns across your country and contact your local table tennis clubs to get the latest information on upcoming activities you can take part in. Check out alsoon the foundation’s websitefor more information!

What are the benefits of table tennis?

Table tennis is more than just a game, it is also a tool for social development, physical fitness and mental well-being. By playing table tennis, people of all ages and backgrounds can improve hand-eye coordination, concentration and cooperation skills, have fun and build friendships. As a low-impact sport, it not only has a minimal risk of injury, but is also scientifically proven to improve cognitive function, which is particularly beneficial for people with motor disorders.

Can I organize an event on World Table Tennis Day?

We encourage everyone to participate in World Table Tennis Day, either by organizing events, sharing photos and videos on social media, or just spreading the word about the sport. We strive to make it an all inclusive event that everyone can enjoy.

The ITTF has also reached out to all of its 227 member associations to participate in the event through activation campaigns and activities, giving nations the perfect opportunity to use World Table Tennis Day to showcase their table tennis events to the world. To support these efforts, the ITTF has prepared promotional materials and resources to share with your community.

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We hope you will come to celebrate World Table Tennis Day and show the world the power of table tennis and its ability to bring together people from all walks of life.

Stay tuned for more updates and information on how to get involved and let us make World Table Tennis Day 2023 the best yet!