2026 NZ Para Open Championships &
National Para Development Training Camp 2
Key Details
- Date: 7th - 11th October 2026
- Location: Manurewa Table Tennis Club, 2102/3 Mcvilly Road, Manurewa, Auckland 2102
- Contact: Naina Suri - naina@tabletennis.nz I 0273246868
Entries Open Date: Wednesday 12th August 2026
Entries Closing Date: Entries close at 11:59pm, Wednesday, 16th September 2026
National Para Development Training Camp, 7th - 9th October 2026
The purpose of the National Para Development Training Camp is to provide an opportunity for disabled athletes, from grassroots to high performance levels from across New Zealand and Oceania to come together and train with their peers in one environment. The athletes will develop and refine their skills under the guidance of the NZ’s National Para Coaches and other TTNZ appointed coaches. The 2.5-days training camp, will provide on and off table training and education, including tactical, technical, and physical conditioning sessions.
NZ Para Open Championships, 9th – 11th October 2026
The NZ Para Open Championships will provide disabled athletes the opportunity to compete against their peers across several classes in a national tournament setting. Events will cater for both physically and intellectually impaired athletes.
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Schedule
The following is a tentative schedule. Note times may change or vary. The final schedule will be published after close of entry.
| Event | Date | Tentative Schedule* |
|---|---|---|
| National Development Training Camp | Wednesday 7th October (Day One) | 10am to 5pm |
| Thursday 8th October (Day Two) | 9am to 5pm | |
| Friday 9th October (Day Three) | 9am to 1pm | |
| New Zealand Para Open Championships | Friday 9th October | ~2pm — Championships start 6pm — Expected finish |
| Saturday 10th October | 8am — Stadium opens for practice 9am — Events continue 6pm — Expected finish |
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| Sunday 11th October | 8am — Stadium opens for practice 9am — Continuation of knockouts for all events until completion 5pm — Expected finish + Prizegiving |
*The final schedule will be published once entries are closed.
Events
| Event | Men’s Singles | Women’s Singles | Combined Singles | Men’s Doubles | Women’s Doubles | Combined Doubles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1-2 | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Class 3-5 | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Class 6-8 | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Class 9-10 | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Class 11 (II1, II2, II3) | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
| Open Class 1-5 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Open Class 6-11 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Under 19 Class 1-5 | ✓ | |||||
| Under 19 Class 6-11 | ✓ | |||||
| Novice Class 1-5 | ✓ | |||||
| Novice Class 6-11 | ✓ | |||||
| Kiwi Class | ✓ |
Entry Fees
Singles
- $30.00 Class Singles
- $30.00 Under 19 Singles
- $35.00 Open Class Singles
Doubles (per person)
- $15.00 Doubles
Training Camp - Open to players of all levels and all classes.
- $120.00
Eligibility
The Para Development Training Camp and NZ Para Open Championships is open to all athletes with disabilities. Athletes need to have a NZ Provisional classification, National or International Classification. If you need a provisional classification please contact TTNZ's Development Co-ordinator, Naina Suri
Event Eligibility:
- Combined singles events are open to all athletes, male or female.
- Combined doubles events are open to all athletes. Pairings can comprise of 2 males or 2 females or 1 male and 1 female.
- Eligibility for U19 events is determined by age as at 31st December of 2025. Proof of age maybe required.
* The novice categories are open to any NZ athletes who has never played in a NZ (Or National) Open before.
# Kiwi class is open to all disabilities, including anyone who does not meet criteria to be Class 1-11 e.g., hearing or visually impaired individuals.
Class 1-5 Wheelchair athletes; Class 6-10 Physical Impairments, Class 11 Intellectual Impairments.
If insufficient number of singles or doubles entries for any event, the events may be combined, this is at TTNZ’s discretion.
Format of Play
All Events: All matches will be best of five advantage games to 11.
Singles: Where possible all singles events will be played with groups of four (or three) athletes with two to qualify to the main draw for the knockout stage.
Doubles: Doubles events will be played as direct knockout, unless less than 3 entries where a round-robin will be used.
TTNZ reserves the right to; Re-classify athletes, and combine events when an event has insufficient entrants to proceed, provided this does not breach age, or class eligibility.
How to Enter
NZ Entries: All NZ entries must be completed online Tournament Software
International Entries: Please submit your entries via the International Excel Entry form to Jessica and Naina.
Entries close: 11.59pm NZT Wednesday 16th September 2026.
For any queries regarding entry or assistance, please contact Naina Suri on: +64 273246868 or email.
There will be no late entries accepted under any circumstances. No payment = no entry accepted.
Entry Fees & Payment
NZ Entries: Payments must be made with PayPal at time of entry via tournament software.
International Entries: Entries are to be submitted on the excel entry form and countries will be invoiced. Entry fees are to be paid as per the instructions on the issued invoice.
Withdrawal and Refund Process
Any withdrawals on or before Wednesday 16th September 2026 will be entitled to a full refund. Any withdrawals on Thursday 17th of September or later will not be entitled to a refund for entry fees.
Entry Conditions
All athletes entering the Championships and Camp will be deemed to have read and accepted the Entry Conditions and Regulations under which the Championships and the Camp are to be conducted:
- Athletes must be a member of an Association affiliated with Table Tennis New Zealand (TTNZ), or their overseas national association which must be affiliated to ITTF, and meet the classification and any applicable age requirements.
- Athletes must have a NZ Provisional, National or International classification.
- Eligibility for under 19 events is determined by age as at the 31st of December 2025. Proof of age may be required.
- There are no restrictions on the number of events an athlete can enter. Athletes may only enter events they are eligible to compete in. If an athlete enters an event, they are ineligible for, TTNZ have authority to automatically withdraw the entry, and do not have any obligation to advise the athlete.
- This tournament will be held under the TTNZ National tournament regulations. Any exceptions to these rules will be stated in the prospectus. Anything not specifically covered in the prospectus or TTNZ tournament regulations will be referred to the ITTF rules.
- TTNZ is not responsible for any costs associated with an individual’s participation at this Championships and/or Training Camp.
- Athletes participate at their own risk. TTNZ assumes no responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, cost incurred with a participant's involvement in the Championships and/or Camp.
- By entering this tournament, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by TTNZs policies and procedures including our code of conduct.
- Participants shall not, by any manner whatsoever infringe the principle of fair play, show unsporting conduct or attempt to influence the course or result of a competition or any part thereof in a manner contrary to sporting ethics. Any violation of this principle shall be disciplined according to provisions of TTNZs policies.
- All participants are required to read, understand and agree to abide by WADA's AntiDoping Rules. Information on this can be found on the Sport Integrity Commission website. Participants also agree to be bound by TTNZ's anti-doping policy which is applicable to all members and participants of this Championships.
- TTNZ are the sole commercial rights holder of the 2026 NZ Para Open Championships.
Seedings, Draws and Results
Seedings and draws will be constructed using TTNZ rankings and where required consult with the TTNZ Para Selectors. International athletes will be seeded via consultation with the TTNZ Para Selectors. TTNZ has final jurisdiction on all seedings and draws. Draws and results will be available at Tournament Software. Draws will be published on 8th of October, after National Classification concludes.
Medals & Prizes
Medals will be presented to the winner, runner-up, and third place in all events. TTNZ reserves the right to determine how many medals and certificates are awarded. There will be a prizegiving scheduled at the conclusion of the Championships. It is mandatory for all medal winners to attend their respective presentation(s) to receive their medal(s).
Officials
Referee: A Referee will be appointed (TBC).
Umpires: Athletes will be required to umpire their round-robin matches, and assist with umpiring knock-out matches. The organisers will advise athletes of their umpiring duties.
Equipment & Clothing
Equipment:
Table and Nets: DONIC
Balls: DONIC White 3* (or 2* for the Camp only)
Clothing:
Athletes may wear any clothing that complies with ITTF Regulations. NO white clothing. NO singlets.
Racket Control
All rackets must comply with ITTF Regulations. Racket control testing may be conducted at any time without prior warning. No gluing shall be permitted inside the stadium other than within areas designated for the purpose.
Para Athlete Classification Services
All NZ athletes can enter with their known classification. If you are a new athlete and do not have a NZ provisional classification, please contact Naina Suri who will assist you.
All International athletes must have a known International or National Classification.
Please note that National classification services will be available at this championships, this will take place on 8th of October.
To request National classification please email Jessica & Naina to receive the forms that are required to be completed and returned prior to 16th September.
Event Management Team
Championships & Camp Director: Jessica MacAskill
Competition Manager & Camp Coordinator: Naina Suri
Accomodation & Travel
All logistical arrangements and associated costs, including but not limited to travel, accommodation and meals are the sole responsibility of the athlete/participant.
International Entries:
- If required, upon request TTNZ can issue a formal invitation letter for Visa applications.
- Upon request, TTNZ can provide a list of accessible accommodation and transport/vehicle options.
To request these please contact Naina Suri
Photography & Personal Data
By participating in the 2026 NZ Para Open Championships and/or National Para Development Training Camp, athletes consent to TTNZ using their or their child’s photographs and images for promotional and publicity purposes. Athletes also agree to TTNZ collecting and using their personal data for marketing and promotional activities, in compliance with applicable privacy laws TTNZ’s Digital communication Policy.
Child Safeguarding
Please find a link to TTNZ policies on Child Safeguarding.
Tournament Feedback
Participants will be given an opportunity to provide feedback after the tournament. Please look out for a link to a feedback form in your email at the conclusion of the tournament.
Disclaimer
This prospectus is a live online document. While all care has been taken to ensure the information is accurate at the time of publication, the organisers reserve the right to amend, update or correct any details (including dates, times, formats, fees or regulations) at any time. The version published on this website will be treated as the current and authoritative version of the prospectus.