Ishaka Table Tennis Club in Jacksonville, FL

Here’s a comprehensive overview of Ishaka Table Tennis Club in Jacksonville, FL:

🔎 Why Choose Ishaka TTC?

• Open-access club with a robust drop-in schedule and clear fee structure

• Regular USATT-sanctioned events with competitive and social play

• Friendly, accessible environment with a focus on community and growth

📍 Location & Contact

• Venue: Pine Castle, 4911 Spring Park Road, Jacksonville, FL 32207

• Club President: Jean‑Marie Kanani

• Phone: (904) 885‑4203

• Website: ishakattc.com

🕒 Play Schedule & Fees

• Regular Sessions:

  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

  • Saturday: 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

  • Sunday: 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

• Pickleball (optional): Saturdays, 11 AM – 1 PM ($10/session; call to reserve)

• Session Fee: $10 per evening

🏓 Facilities & Membership

• Tables: 8 Butterfly tables set up in Pine Castle’s gym (wood flooring, high ceilings, air conditioning)

• Membership Model: Open drop-in club; no formal membership required (USATT membership needed for tournament participation)

🎓 Tournaments & Events

• Hosts multiple USATT-sanctioned tournaments, including:

  • 1-Star Spring Open Colossal Round Robin (Mar 1, 2025) — $45 entry; pizza & drinks provided

  • 2-Star September Open (Sep 14, 2024) — similar format; 8 tables, premium balls, full round-robin structure

• Events are structured by player levels, offer prize money ($300 top prize in Championship division), and include practice sessions Friday/Saturday

• Tournament director: Jean‑Marie Kanani

👤 Club History & Mission

• Founded by Jean‑Marie Kanani (“Ishaka” means “You can do it”) to fill a gap in local table tennis.

• Grew from a handful of players to over 200 members over the years.

• Focused on creating a gym-like drop-in atmosphere—play as often as you like with just a session fee.