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My question is for a standard table tennis table what must be the room size for keeping the table indoor for playing purpose.
Hello Zubair,
The table tennis table is 5 feet wide by 9 feet long. Allowing a minimum of 5 feet on either side makes the width of the playing area 15 feet. Now add to the length 10 feet on either end. This makes the length of the playing area 29 feet. This makes the total playing area 29 X 15 = 435 square feet. Championship table tennis utilizes more space than what is calculated above. So put 10 feet on either side and 15 feet on either end. This makes a total space of 25 feet by 39 feet, for a total area of 975 square feet.
Of course it all depends on the style of the players. Many good players like to stand far from the table...while others play a "close to the table style"...
Good luck! Abe
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Abe Mantell
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Hello, I have been playing table tennis (NOT ping-pong! ;->) for over 20 years. Began in college and trained by a USTTA (US Table Tennis Association) certified coach. Played in tournaments at the collegiate, local, and regional levels. Achieved a high rating of 1580 a few years...have not been that active as of late.
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