Barnsley Table Tennis Club

Barnsley Table Tennis Club is a registered nonprofit organization based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England. It operates as a charity with the registration number 1188848. The club is dedicated to promoting community participation in healthy recreation by providing facilities and opportunities for playing table tennis in the Barnsley area.

Purpose and Activities

The primary mission of Barnsley Table Tennis Club is to encourage and facilitate involvement in table tennis as a sport and recreational activity. The club fosters community engagement by offering access to table tennis facilities and organizing coaching sessions and events aimed at players of all ages and skill levels.

Training and Development

A notable feature of the club is its organization of training camps, considered some of the best table tennis training opportunities in Yorkshire. These camps attract coaching professionals, including international coaches from Europe, providing players with high-quality training. Training camps include group exercises, drills, and multi-ball coaching sessions intended to develop core skills in the sport. The camps emphasize a comprehensive approach to training, including activities like group breakfasts to promote camaraderie and team spirit among participants.

Governance and Financials

Barnsley Table Tennis Club is governed as a charitable entity under UK law, with transparent reporting of its income and expenditure to ensure accountability. The club is listed on the Charity Commission register, which provides oversight and ensures that the organization operates in line with its charitable objectives.

Barnsley Table Tennis Club continues to enhance its role as a community sports organization by combining competitive training with recreational opportunities to foster a healthy and active lifestyle through table tennis.

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