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PongPlanet International Training Camp 2027

One week of training with expert coaches, then a two-day USATT-sanctioned tournament. We welcome visiting international players, especially players from developing table tennis programs.

Registration deadline: 28 February 2027 · Questions? +1 (650) 996-2378

1 week

of training, 11–18 March

2-day tournament

USATT-sanctioned, 20–21 March

San Francisco

guided city tour, 19 March

28 Feb 2027

registration deadline

Who it's for

Train in California. Compete in a USATT tournament. Make friends from around the world.

The PongPlanet International Training Camp is for table tennis players who want to travel, train hard, and test their level against new opponents in the United States.

We especially welcome players from developing table tennis programs. Coaches and federations are welcome to contact us about sending players.

Our San Carlos club

Table tennis without bordersFlags from around the world line our walls.

Camp highlights

Four reasons to come

Training, competition, travel, and friendship, all in one trip.

High-quality training

Improve your skills with expert coaches.

USATT-sanctioned tournament

Compete and show your best at the 2027 PongPlanet Butterfly Championship.

Explore San Francisco

Enjoy a guided city tour.

International friendships

Train, compete, and connect with players from other countries.

Dates

Your camp at a glance

Plan your travel with these dates. Please arrive on 10 March and depart on 22 March 2027.

10 March

Arrival

Athletes arrive in San Carlos.

11–18 March

Training camp

One week of training at PongPlanet.

19 March

City tour

Guided tour of San Francisco.

20–21 March

Tournament

2027 PongPlanet Butterfly Championship (USATT-sanctioned).

22 March

Departure

Athletes travel home.

Registration deadline: 28 February 2027.

Spots are limited. Registration closes automatically once we reach the target number of players, so please contact us early.

Where you'll train

PongPlanet San Carlos

A full-time table tennis club in the San Francisco Bay Area, with some of the finest coaches in the area.

9,600 sq ft facility

16 tables and courts

Tournament lighting

18-foot high ceilings

Glow-in-the-dark room

Plus private rooms

ITTF-approved tables

International tournament grade

Professional flooring

Barrier-enclosed courts, air-conditioning

Pro Shop & fitness area

Free parking and Wi-Fi

20+ years of history. PongPlanet grew from the Palo Alto Table Tennis Club (PATTC), which helped develop U.S. Olympians Ariel Hsing, Lily Zhang, and Kanak Jha.

Location

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Know before you go

What's included, and what's not

We want you to plan with clear information. Please read this before you register.

The camp program

Available on request: discounted accommodation and airport pickup can be arranged. Just tell us in your email.

Not included

Visa and invitation letter

If you need a visa to visit the USA, we can send you an invitation letter.
Invitation letters are issued after we receive your non-refundable accreditation fee. Each player pays their own fee.
An invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval. Your visa decision is made by the U.S. government.
Please apply early, so you have time for your visa process.

How to register

Four simple steps

Registration is by email. Spots are limited, so we recommend you write to us early.

Email us

Write to info@pong-planet.com with:

Your name
Country
Age
Playing level or rating

Attach your ID

Attach a clear scan of your passport or ID.

Tell us about your visa

Tell us if you need an invitation letter. If you need accommodation or airport pickup, tell us too.

Confirm your spot

We reply with next steps. If you need an invitation letter, we issue it after we receive your accreditation fee.

Tip: the button opens an email with the subject “International Training Camp 2027 – Expression of Interest” and a short form to fill in. Remember to attach your passport or ID.

FAQ

Common questions

Have another question? Email info@pong-planet.com or call +1 (650) 996-2378.

Can you help me get a U.S. visa?

We can send you an invitation letter for your visa application. We issue it after we receive your non-refundable accreditation fee. Please note: an invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval, and visa fees are not included.

Is accommodation included?

No. Accommodation, meals, transportation, and airfare are not included. However, we can arrange discounted accommodation on request. Tell us in your email.

Can someone pick me up at the airport?

Yes, airport pickup can be arranged on request. Please ask us when you register.

What do I need to send to register?

Email us your name, country, age, playing level or rating, and a clear scan of your passport or ID. Tell us if you need an invitation letter.

When is the registration deadline?

28 February 2027. Spots are limited, and registration closes automatically once we reach the target number of players, so it may close earlier.

Which days should I arrive and leave?

Arrive on 10 March 2027. Training is 11–18 March, the city tour is 19 March, and the tournament is 20–21 March. Depart on 22 March 2027.

Where is the camp?

At PongPlanet, 848 Brittan Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA, in the San Francisco Bay Area. The nearest international airports are San Francisco (SFO) and San José (SJC).

Limited spots · Register by 28 February 2027

Join us in California in March 2027

Train, compete, and connect at the PongPlanet International Training Camp. Send us your details and we’ll reply with next steps.

PongPlanet · 848 Brittan Ave, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA

See last year’s Butterfly tournament