Badminton

Play Badminton

Playing badminton is a great way to have fun and stay healthy, whatever your age or level of ability.  Whether you’re booking a court as a group, to compete against others or want to learn how to play, Thornton Heath Leisure Centre has a range of badminton options for you to enjoy.

Better work in direct partnership with Badminton England to ensure that Badminton is delivered in a systematic way across our leisure centre's and, more importantly, provides you with easily accessible sessions when you want them.

Here at Thornton Heath Leisure Centre we have a Sports Hall that has four full sized badminton courts available for hire throughout the day.

For badminton court bookings of 60 minutes or 40minutes, you can bring along a maximum of three other people so that a court has a maximum of four players for the session. Any additional people will incur an additional fee. Member making the booking must be present.

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No Strings Badminton

Are you looking for a club environment to try out badminton and have a good experience?

No String Badminton sessions are exactly for you; easy to learn and can be a very social game.  Welcome badminton back into your busy schedule!

No Strings badminton is a national participation programme offering low-cost, fun session at Thornton Heath Leisure Centre. With the refreshingly no strings ‘Pay as you Go’ sessions, it’s all about convenient court times without the need to commit to any future involvement. No Strings brings you the chance to turn up and play with like minded people, so no need to find your self a partner; or you can bring along your family play along! Previous experience is not necessary no is any equipment as these coached sessions are an enjoyable way to take part in the sport.

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Court Hire

 

Here at Thornton Heath Leisure Centre we have a Sports Hall that has four full sized badminton courts available for hire throughout the day. If you and your friends are looking for a court first thing in the morning, or late at night, theres a convienent time we can offer.

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Senior Badminton

If you've started to notice a few creaks in yourself and want to take games at a slower pace, we offer specific sessions taylored to older adults. 

You don't need to bring anyone to play with, just bring yourself and join in with like minded players. Whether your a complete notice, or a pro, there's someone here to return your shuttlecock.

Days and times available:

  • Monday: 10.00am-12.00pm
  • Wednesday: 09:00am-11:00pm
  • Thursday: 10:00am-12:00pm
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need to bring my own equipment?

If you're joining one of our no strings sessions or senior sessions that we provide the rackets and shuttlecocks. If you are hiring a court you will need to bring your own equipment. (We do sell a limited number of rackets and shuttlecocks).

 

How many players can I bring to a court booking?

All players other than the primary court booker must have paid the appropriate participant admission fee. This also applies to members of sports clubs.

Do I have to be a member to make a booking?

No. Anyone can make a booking but the player making the booking, must be present.