Following strong interest from across the European table tennis community, ETTU has extended the application deadline for the second edition of the ETTU CES Level 1 Participation Coach Course. The new application deadline is 15 June 2026.
Following the successful completion of the inaugural edition, ETTU is pleased to continue its commitment to coach education by offering a comprehensive programme designed to support the development of participation coaches throughout Europe.
The course fee is €1,500 and includes online lectures, practical sessions with top coaches, assessments and personalised feedback, 24/7 access to study materials, IT and administrative support, as well as an official ETTU Certificate upon successful completion.
Please note that travel and accommodation costs for the 4–5 day practical session are not included in the course fee.
To support coach development, ETTU will award eight half-scholarships, each covering 50% of the course fee.
Admission requirements
Applicants must provide:
- A high school diploma
- A certificate or letter from their National Association confirming registration as a player or coach for at least three years
How to apply
The course is limited to 20 participants, with places allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications should be sent to projects@ettu.org and must include:
All applicants:
- Full name and contact details
- Member Association
Scholarship applicants (in addition to the above):
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
Applicants who would only be able to attend with scholarship support are encouraged to indicate this clearly in their application.
Course timeline
The theoretical part of the course will begin on 15 June 2026 and will be delivered on a flexible, self-paced basis.
The practical component is scheduled for August 2026, with the exact dates and venue to be announced at a later stage.
The next step in the ETTU coaching pathway, the CES Level 2 Course, is planned for Autumn 2026.
ETTU encourages all interested coaches and National Associations to take advantage of the extended deadline and join this important educational initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots and participation coaching across Europe.
You can find more information about the programme here.
