KAIST Table Tennis Club

Rack'et Roll

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Thu/Fri Weekly meetups
W2 Table tennis hall
All levels Beginners welcome
Lessons Personalized coaching

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About Us

Rack'et Roll, founded in 2025, is KAIST's graduate table tennis club.

It serves as a lively community and learning space for all KAIST members who love the sport.

Casual Play

We meet every Thursday and Friday for friendly matches. All levels are welcome, from beginners to seasoned players.

Professional Coaching

We regularly invite experienced coaches for structured lessons. Basic to intermediate level of Korean may be needed during lessons.

Top-Notch Facilities

Located on the 2nd floor of W2, our table tennis hall is equipped with tables, balls, practice gear, and even air conditioning.

Friendly Matches & Tournaments

We hold regular exchange matches with other clubs and join local tournaments to sharpen our skills.

Rooted in KAI-MINGLE

Rack'et Roll originated from KAI-MINGLE, a platform for graduate student, undergraduates, postdocs, exchange students, staff, and all other KAIST members.

Beyond Table Tennis

We enjoy more than just ping pong! Join us for cycling along Gapcheon or exploring Daejeon’s gourmet spots together.

Usage Rules

Required Reading

Essential rules for using the table tennis hall

Please review these before meetups, lessons, or free practice. Shared rules help prevent injuries and equipment damage.

Club Guide & Rules

Rack'et Roll is an open club for anyone who enjoys table tennis. To keep the club safe and sustainable, please follow the operating guidelines below.

Joining

KAIST undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, visiting researchers, and staff are welcome. Please complete the application form first, then request access to the team chat.

Attendance Polls

Please check the attendance poll before regular sessions. This helps us manage table allocation and safety when the hall is crowded.

Lessons

We invite external coaches for lessons on campus. The usual rate is KRW 50,000 for four 15-minute sessions, subject to monthly notices.

Club Fee

The club fee is KRW 25,000 per semester. It supports shared equipment, consumables, safety supplies, and events. Members who pay the fee may use the club room storage locker during that semester.

Events & Orders

Tournament registration, player documents, and team jersey orders are handled through separate notices and forms with clear deadlines.

Safety & Courtesy

During crowded sessions, please follow table allocation and safety guidance from the club officers so everyone can play safely.

Footprints

We’ve collected the footprints of our journey together.

Recruiting

If you love table tennis, you are more than welcome to join us!

  • Want to learn how to play?
  • Looking to improve your skills?
  • Interested in meeting new people through club activities?

Join us now!

Membership Fee

Tossbank Transfer

Copy the account number below and transfer via Toss or your banking app.

Members who pay the fee may use the club room storage locker during that semester.

FAQ

We meet every Thursday and Friday from 8 PM to 11 PM at the table tennis hall on the 2nd floor of W2. Join our chat room to vote on the time you’d like to participate.

As of June 12, 2025, the lesson fee is ₩50,000 for 4 sessions of 15 minutes each. Graduate students who have paid the GSA fee can receive partial support for lesson fees. There are no additional venue fees, making it very affordable.

First, please apply through our website! Once your application is approved, you will be able to join our KakaoTalk chat room.