“We just got really excited,” said Yurkin. Since that time, Yurkin and his partners have been searching for the perfect spot. There was one space at which they almost signed a lease, but it fell through. It was in March of this year that the space they currently occupy, the former Sugar Mountain Confectionery, became available.

The space includes ping-pong tables that can be reserved by the hour or taken on a drop-in basis. Regular drop-in rates are $10 for a half-hour and $15 for an hour.

On Friday and Saturday nights after 8 p.m., it’s $15 for a half-hour and $25 for an hour.

Reservation rates at all times are $15 for a half-hour and $30 for a full hour.

On those Friday and Saturday nights, Ace turns into “Ace after Dark” which includes slightly louder music, funky coloured lights and a generally more upbeat atmosphere.

“The energy level is up just a little bit,” said Yurkin.

The space features a kitchen that can put together mainly shareable meals, such as pizza and other snack food. The lounge also includes a full service bar with beer on tap, as well as harder drinks.

The business also takes on private parties, either during regular business hours or outside.

For more information on Ace Ping Pong Lounge, visit www.acepingponglounge.com or call (226) 972-3834.