When We Play

We play 3 times a week from 8pm to 10 pm on a Monday and 8.15pm to 10.15pm on Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year. Each night is suited to different abilities, ranging from beginners, through intermediates, up to advanced levels of play.

Note: Anyone wishing to play will have to have clean trainers with non-marking soles, players wearing shoes not meeting this requirement will not be allowed on the courts.

More details of what goes on when are shown below:

Mondays is run on jointly by Marnhull & Gillingham Badminton Club and the Riversmeet Leisure Centre and is a straight-forward "Pay & Play" set up and is not affiliated with Badminton of England and therefore no additional fee for membership is required - simply turn up and play, beginners are most welcome on Mondays! You will need non-marking trainers, suitable clothing and a racket - shuttle cocks will be provided. Under invitation players may progress further to other nights or continue just to play for fun!

Fee for this night is £5.00 for adults, £3.50 for juniors (under 18).

Tuesdays is our club night for intemediate level players and those beginners wishing to play more seriously and progress rapidly. Players on this night will need to be members and become affiliated with Badminton of England, which is an additional cost to the club's membership fees. This entitles you to a quarterly magazine offering discounts with major stores and brands, a more comprehensive insurance. Tuesdays also means that you are provided with the chance to improve your technique and skills with the help of a Badminton of England qualified coach.

Thursdays is our night for more advanced players and like Tuesdays, it's for club members and affiliated with Badminton of England. The games are serious, but the atmosphere is still friendly! Local tournaments are arranged with other clubs around the area. Fees for this night start at £3.40, but this is significantly reduced when paying quarterly, or even annually.