Invention
Born out of my years on the table with my friend and mentor, table tennis legend Marty Reisman –
dating back to training at his Broadway Ping-Pong Parlour. With a feature film on Reisman slated for
December 25, 2025, and after being hired by A24 to appear in a 1950s-style Ping-Pong Parlour scene
featuring Timothée Chalamet, we’re channeling that heritage into the future of aerobic fitness.
Why PingPod Plus?
Fitness for all ages 8-98 – inspired by Table Tennis moves and strokes.
Origin Story
Developed by Jules Apatini with years of experience and expertise, the concept integrates movement, music, and motivation to expand PingPod’s reach.
Implementation
Coach Training – Easy-to-learn system for staff
Seamless Integration – Fits into existing PingPod programs
Community Engagement – Builds a culture of fun + aerobic fitness and learning Table Tennis.
Anywhere Access – With SIR in your hand this can be practiced anywhere – no barriers
The Music Advantage 🎵
Using Apple Music and Social Media Recording Artist Nicole Apatini‘s music is highly recommended for your home practice sessions (use any music you prefer).
What “YOU TAKE HOME”
When you engage in our PingPod Plus Pilot Program, we give you a SIR module you can take with you. Place your iPhone inside and continue shadow practicing – anyplace, anytime – so when you return, your muscle memory is sharper and geared toward playing Table Tennis at a higher level. That’s the PingPod Plus factor: our Pilot Exercise & Learning Program in action.
A new kind of aerobic fitness program for the 21st century.
Give your clients a modern, music-driven training experience using the moves and strokes of Table Tennis, plus elements from other sports – then layer in dance-like “dancecise” sequences so that as the intensity rises, the fun rises too.
What’s New
• Table-tennis-based footwork, split-steps, stroke patterns
• Aerobic Progressive Exercises synced to music
• Works for ages 8-98 (learners to athletes)
How It Delivers
• Music keeps rhythm, energy, and motivation high
• SIR enables at-home practice (anyplace, anytime)
• Progressive levels, scalable intensity
Easy to Launch
• Train coaches quickly with clear class cards
• Fits right into PingPod studios or remote sessions
• Community-first: fun, accessible, sticky