About Us
Welcome to the University of Bristol Table Tennis Club!
Whether you're picking up a bat for the first time or have years of competitive experience, there's a place for you at the University of Bristol Table Tennis Club.
We're a friendly and inclusive club that welcomes players of all abilities. Throughout the year we run regular social sessions, coached training, and competitive BUCS fixtures, alongside a packed calendar of socials and club events.
For those looking to compete, we have three BUCS teams (Men's 1s, Men's 2s, and Women's 1s) playing in the Western Division 1 leagues. If you're simply looking to play for fun, our social sessions provide a relaxed environment to improve your game, meet new people, and enjoy table tennis.
Follow our Instagram and join our WhatsApp Community to stay up to date with socials, sessions, and fixtures. We look forward to welcoming you to the club!
Upcoming Events
Give it a Go Takeover Day!
Join us for a free taster session in the Carpenter Room, Richmond Building at 9:00-11:00am on Wednesday 16th September!
Bats are provided, but it is greatly appreciated if you can bring your own!
Tickets can be booked for free here!
Welcome Fair
Come and say hello to us at the Welcome Fair! It's the perfect opportunity to meet the committee, find out what the club has to offer, and ask any questions you have about training, socials, BUCS, or membership.
Details:
- Friday 18th September
- 10:00am-6:00pm
- The Downs, Parrys Lane
- Stall 224 in the Sports Tent
Whether you've played for years or have never picked up a bat before, we'd love to meet you and tell you more about the club!
More Give it a Gos
Thinking of joining the club? Our Give It A Go sessions are free taster sessions, giving you the chance to try table tennis in a fun and relaxed environment.
No experience or equipment is needed - just come along, have a hit, and meet some of our members.
We have three sessions available, all taking place in the Carpenter Room in the Richmond Building:
- Wednesday 23rd September, 1–3pm - Women-only session, aimed at encouraging more women to get involved in table tennis.
- Wednesday 23rd September, 3–5pm - Mixed session, open to everyone.
- Sunday 27th September, 8–10pm - Mixed session, open to everyone.
Come along to whichever session suits you best - we’d love to see you there!
Team Trials
Want to represent the university in BUCS? Team Trials are your opportunity to earn a place in one of our three teams: Men's 1s, Men's 2s, or Women's 1s.
We only hold one set of trials each academic year, so this is your only chance to be considered for a team:
- Wednesday 30th September
- 13:00-17:00
- Carpenter Room, Richmond Building
What to bring:
- Indoor trainers suitable for playing table tennis
- Sports clothing - please do not wear white shirts, as these can make it difficult to see the ball
- Your own table tennis bat
Please complete this form if you would like to trial for the team.
If you cannot attend trials, please contact us ASAP!
Socials
Pub Quiz
Grab your friends, put your general knowledge to the test, and enjoy a great night of drinks, laughs and friendly competition.
- Thursday 24th September 18:00-22:00
- The White Harte
- Prizes for winners
Buy tickets here!
Membership Details
Social Membership (£40)
Perfect for players who want to enjoy table tennis without the commitment of competing in BUCS.
Includes:
- Free entry to all weekly social sessions for the academic year
- Discounted entry to our PingPod takeovers (home of TableTennisDaily and one of the UK's best table tennis venues)
- Access to all club socials and events
Recommended for:
- Recreational players
- Players unavailable on Wednesday afternoons
- Players who are not part of a BUCS team
Team Membership (£75)
Available only to players selected at Team Trials.
Includes everything in the Social Membership, plus:
- Free entry to all team training sessions for the academic year
- Free transport to all BUCS away fixtures
- Eligibility to represent the club in BUCS competitions
Important:
- Only purchase this membership if instructed to do so by a committee member.
- An SEH Pass (£26) must also be purchased to access the training facilities.
- Team members are expected to attend training regularly and keep Wednesday afternoons free for BUCS fixtures wherever possible.
Bristol SU recognises that the costs of participating in student groups can be prohibitively expensive for some students. The Activity Hardship Fund was created to support those students who wouldn't otherwise be able to participate in their chosen activity due to the cost.
Session Information
Social Sessions
Social sessions are our weekly sessions available to our social members.
Session Information:
- Every Sunday 20:00-22:00
- Carpenter Room, Richmond Building
There is no set structure to these sessions - just turn up and play! If you would like coaching or tips, a committee member will be more than happy to help!
Bats and balls are provided, but if you have your own bat please bring it!
Additional sessions or changes to existing sessions are announced in our WhatsApp Group Chat!
Team Sessions
Team sessions are our training sessions for our team members.
They take place in Studio 3 in the Indoor Sports Centre at the following times:
- Tuesday 19:00-21:00
- Friday 19:00-21:00
- Saturday 17:00-20:00
- Sunday 13:30-15:30
Sign ups to these sessions are made available the day prior on the Team Members' Whatsapp chat.
BUCS players playing on a Wednesday will have priority at the Tuesday session.
BUCS Matches
BUCS matches are our competitive matches against other universities. We have three competitive teams:
- Men's 1s (Western Division 1)
- Men's 2s (Western Division 1)
- Women's 1s (Western Division 1)
All home games will take place in the Carpenter Room, Richmond Building on Wednesdays 13:00-17:00.
Keep up to date with our fixtures and latest results on our Instagram! Spectators are always welcome!
The Committee
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