And you've got to have strong legs to reflexively do that. Recreational leagues and tournaments, which are held throughout the year at the club, offer flighted levels of play. Players' ratings move up or down based on their latest tournament results. Joining one of the handful of other clubs in the area is a good way to meet players who live near you. These clubs tend to meet on a regular basis in rec centers and gymnasiums.
Many enthusiasts also have their own tables.
MTTC will refer you to the club that is most convenient to your own neighborhood. He might even find himself in for a humbling experience. When I was a kid, I could beat everybody in the neighborhood. Then, I went into a rec center and was beaten by a club player. They could do so much with the ball that it made me want to learn how to do it as well.