Washington D.C. Table Tennis — Attraction in Washington

I called first because I wanted to know if I buy beer there, or if I should just bring it in a coozie, or something. A woman named Charlene said "we don't serve beer." I said great, I'll bring. There's a great brewery across the street. She said "there's no drinking here; this is an olympic sport." What happened on Wednesday 7:20pm (league night) was an astonishing display of athleticism, nerdom, and phenomenal heartbreak as I lost five out of six matches playing ping pong (sorry), table tennis—sober. The men and women who make up the vibrant, progressive, and energetic vibe in the place are tough to describe. They seem normal, but don't be fooled. They are fanatical dregs of society. All types. People who sweat, people who "tsk," people who study the ball in their hand as if they would draw it. People who limp, people who mumble, people who bring their own paddles. I consider myself lucky to have been included in their lives on any given Wednesday, on any given 7:30pm.

I don't want you to know about this place.

I don't want you to come here because it's perfect as it is. But leaving here sweaty, confused, pain in my lower spine, my shoulders on fire, and sober as a flower—I thought... everyone should feel like this...AT LEAST...

I had a fantastic experience at Washington Table Tennis! The owner was incredibly welcoming and took the time to speak with us, offering free lessons that significantly improved our skills. The friendly atmosphere made it easy to relax and enjoy the game, and it was clear that everyone there was passionate about table tennis. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to have fun and learn something new. I can't wait to come back. Also very knowledgeable guy, learnt from him that table tennis is associated with cognitive and memory...

Khaleel, the owner, is super helpful, knowledgeable, and treats you like you would want to be treated the minute you walk into his facility.

I come here a couple times a month and my experience has been okay! While I wish it was similar to an experience in Germany, where you have a club which trains together, and then plays fun / competitive table tennis afterwards with a more social aspect , I can say the league comes very close to it. The league gives you at least competitive table tennis for a...