Let's get this Kona party started!

How to Play

KonaPong is an easy, active and super social game for kids and adults alike. Check it out and perhaps your first reaction will be "sounds like a weird/goofy/strange derivative of table tennis"!?!?

Give it a try and you'll see it's a blast, gets you moving, and most importantly has you having fun with old and future friends. 

Here's a video that gives a good sense of the game, dynamics and movement. Be sure to catch the shots off the wall. 

 

EQUIPMENT & REQUIREMENTS

  • KonaPong paddles and balls
  • A table or surface. Traditional ping pong tables will do but other surfaces are fun too: a plank of plywood, a table, even a circular table. 
  • A hard floor - again, the ball has to bounce once on the floor before you can hit it.
  • Good clearance around the table: at least 5-10 feet on each side. 


FORMAT & RULES

  • There's no net
  • Every shot has to hit the table at least once and the floor ONLY once
  • If playing 2v2 or 3v3, teammates alternate who's hitting
  • Game is to 11 with "rally scoring", i.e. points are scored on every shot whether serving or not; have to win by 2 points. Switch sides when first team gets to 6
  • The serve must be hit gently off the opposite end of the table 
  • Other than the serve, the ball doesn't have to be hit to the opposite side of the table
  • Opposing players must get out of the way, i.e., no setting picks, a la basketball
  • You can hit shots off walls/surfaces/objects to get it back to the table
  • If the ball's stuck/moving slowly on the table players can blow on it (WTF!?) but again, opposing players can’t block play
  • Lets (redos) can be called when players block or come into contact with opposing players or there’s disagreement about whether a ball hit the top of the table

TIPS & TRICKS 

  • Again, you'll want a good amount of space around the table as there's lots of movement
  • You have to move throughout the game, i.e. positioning yourself generally across the table from the opponent hitting the ball
  • Dekes and fakes can be a big part of a developed player's game, i.e. look like you're going to hit it hard off the opposite end of the table but then lay down a nice subtle shot over the near corner
  • Walls (and other objects) are your friend. Catch an opponent off guard or make a desperate save by hitting a wall at the right angle to get the ball back to the table. These shots and saves can make for some of the most dramatic moments in the game
  • If playing with others, be sure to back away from the table after you hit to give your teammate free reign