ISSO, ISF Academy and ITTF Launch Level 1 Coach Education Programme in Noida to Strengthen School Table Tennis

ISSO, ISF Academy and ITTF Launch International Coach Education Programme in India

Noida, July 7, 2026: The International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO), in collaboration with the International School Sport Federation (ISF) Academy and the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), has commenced the ITTF Level 1 Coach Education Programme at Prometheus School, Noida. The five-day international certification programme began on July 6 and will conclude on July 10, 2026.

The programme has brought together 22 Physical Education educators, school coaches and aspiring table tennis coaches from across India to receive globally recognised coaching education. The initiative aims to equip educators with internationally accepted coaching methodologies, athlete development principles and modern teaching practices to strengthen grassroots and school-level table tennis.

International Expertise for School Coaches

The programme is being conducted by Ms. Christina Chee of Thailand, an internationally acclaimed ITTF educator. She is leading participants through classroom sessions and practical on-table coaching modules designed to enhance technical and coaching capabilities.

The curriculum focuses on coaching fundamentals, technical skill development, session planning, player progression and creating a positive learning environment for young athletes.

"Coach education plays a vital role in building a strong sporting ecosystem. By empowering teachers and coaches with internationally recognised knowledge and practical coaching techniques, we are creating better learning environments for young players. It is encouraging to see such enthusiasm from educators in India and I hope this programme helps inspire the next generation of table tennis athletes," said Ms. Christina Chee, ITTF Educator.

ISSO Focused on Grassroots Sports Development

"At ISSO, we are committed to creating meaningful sporting opportunities for students by empowering the educators who guide them every day. Our collaboration with the ISF Academy and ITTF reflects our vision of bringing world-class coach education to India and strengthening grassroots table tennis. By equipping teachers and coaches with internationally recognised coaching methodologies, we are laying the foundation for the holistic development of young athletes across schools," said Mr. Gaurav Dixit, Co-Director of the International School Sports Organisation (ISSO).

The ITTF Level 1 Coach Education Programme represents another milestone in ISSO's efforts to elevate school sports in India through international partnerships and globally recognised coaching education.

In recent months, ISSO has successfully organised coach education programmes in collaboration with international sporting bodies including FIBA, BWF and Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters). The organisation has also expanded sporting opportunities through its partnership with the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI).

Beyond coach education, ISSO recently facilitated the participation of the Indian contingent at the ISF Basketball Championship 2026 in Serbia, providing valuable international exposure for student-athletes. Through these initiatives, ISSO continues to build globally aligned sporting pathways for students, educators and coaches across India's international school ecosystem.

About ISSO

ISSO is a recognised member of the International School Sport Federation (ISF) and serves as the official pathway for students from international curriculum schools in India to participate in ISF World Championships and other international school sporting events. Recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the ISF provides young athletes with opportunities to compete at the highest level of international school sport. Since 2017, ISSO has also been an approved affiliate pathway for participation in the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) National School Games.

(Inputs from Press Release)