Overview
PingPod is an indoor public tennis facility in New York, located at 321 W 37th St in the Manhattan neighborhood. The courts are open to the public. NYC Parks permit required: $100 adult / $20 senior / $10 youth full season, or $15 single-play (1 hr, any court). There are 5 courts. Courts are floodlit for evening play. PingPod is one of 53 public tennis facilities (157 tennis venues in total) in New York — nearby options include NYC Racquet Sports (456 m away) and Manhattan Plaza Racquet Club - Advantage Tennis Clubs (596 m away).
What players say Positive
Players say PingPod is a well-equipped, modern indoor table tennis facility near Times Square with 24/7 access via reservations. The venue features technology-enhanced play, including real-time digital scoring and video replays, and offers coaching and tournaments in a clean, friendly environment. Some mention booking can be tricky and staff enforcement inconsistent, but overall it’s a popular spot for casual and competitive players.
PingPod has about 5 indoor table tennis tables with digital scoring pads and black-colored tables. One table is in a private room and one offers a ball-feeding machine to practice returns. The facility is smaller than traditional clubs but well maintained.
The venue is fully indoor and open 24/7, with a lively vibe including disco lights in a private room and options to set playlists during bookings. It’s centrally located near Times Square with sofas to relax and a clean environment.
Players must reserve tables in advance via the website/app and then use their phone to unlock the door; no drop-in play is mentioned. Booking peak times can be busy and advanced reservation is recommended. Some users reported difficulties with the reservation system and experienced unauthorized table use during their booking.
PingPod offers coaching, with named coaches like Rose and David praised for their engaging and helpful instruction. Group events and tournaments are hosted, and coaching can include help designing custom paddles.
The venue hosts tournaments and community events, including a popular Monday night open play. Tournament organization is supported by staff and coaches, offering a competitive yet fun atmosphere.
The community is described as friendly and engaging, with ways to find playing partners via a Slack channel. Staff attitude was mostly positive but a few felt some employees were inconsistent in enforcing booking rules.
The venue is clean and well-kept with clean restrooms and available lockers. No showers or changing rooms were specifically mentioned beyond a general note about a changing room.
Court fees range roughly from $15 to $30 per hour depending on time, which players find overall worth it for the well-equipped and convenient experience. Some recommend booking at least an hour due to time needed to play.
Hours & Popular Times
- Thursday · Today Open 24 hours
- Friday Open 24 hours
- Saturday Open 24 hours
- Sunday Open 24 hours
- Monday Open 24 hours
- Tuesday Open 24 hours
- Wednesday Open 24 hours
Programs
After School, Camps, Kids Membership, Competitions, Kids Parties
Group Classes available
Social & Leagues
PingPod offers leagues for players
Parties, classes, and leagues available, no specific frequency or hospitality details given