Last updated: June 2026 · Written by the team at Badminton House
Quick Answer: Where to Play Badminton in Edmonton
Edmonton players can choose between a dedicated facility, community-club drop-ins, university courts, city recreation centres, and private clubs.
Dedicated
B-Active: Edmonton's 12-court dedicated badminton facility, with $18 drop-in and court rental options.
Social
EDBA and IBC: community drop-ins from $5–$7, with club schedules spread across the city.
Campus
Saville and Van Vliet: university-based options for day passes, memberships, and court access.
Edmonton has 20+ places to play badminton as of June 2026. Drop-in costs range from $5 at EDBA community clubs to $18 at B-Active Badminton Club (Edmonton's only dedicated facility, 12 courts). City rec centres, IBC Edmonton ($7 drop-in), Saville Centre day passes, and private clubs (Royal Glenora, Derrick, and other EDBA-listed private facilities) round out the options.
Choose Your Path
Drop-in play: Start with B-Active, IBC Edmonton, EDBA community clubs, or city recreation centres.
Private court rental: Compare B-Active and Kinsmen, then check private clubs if you already have membership access.
Junior programs: Review EDBA junior training, Respect Badminton Club, and other junior clubs.
Campus/community: Use Saville, Van Vliet, and EDBA clubs for lower-commitment options.
In This Guide
All Badminton Courts and Clubs — Quick Comparison
| Facility | Area | Drop-In | Best For | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B-Active Badminton Club | NW (112 Ave) | $6–$18 | Dedicated facility, 12 courts, pro shop | (780) 482-2213 |
| IBC Edmonton | East-central | $7 | Largest community club, 30+ years | ibcbadminton.com |
| Long BC | St. Joseph HS | $5 | Cheapest option, birdies provided | EDBA |
| Smash BC | Alex Janvier School | $5 | 2 sessions/week, annual membership available | smashbadmintonclub.ca |
| Northgate BC | Queen Elizabeth HS | $6 | Tue & Wed evenings | EDBA |
| Southgate BC | SE Edmonton | $5 | Edmonton's oldest club (est. 1966) | southgatebc |
| Kinsmen Sports Centre | Central (river valley) | Booking required | Court rental, Field House | (780) 203-5449 |
| Royal Glenora Club | River valley | Membership (waitlist) | Private club, tournaments, coaching | (780) 482-2371 |
| Derrick Club | South | Membership (waitlist) | Group lessons, junior programs | (780) 437-8385 |
| City Rec Centres (4) | NE, central, SW, south | Day pass + admission | Year-round, youth $2/day | movelearnplay |
| Saville Centre (UAlberta) | UAlberta campus | $7–$10 day pass | Daytime play, open to public | ualberta.ca |
| Van Vliet Complex (UAlberta) | UAlberta campus | Membership required | Students, faculty, staff | ualberta.ca |
Where to Rent Badminton Courts in Edmonton
Edmonton has one dedicated badminton facility (B-Active), two private clubs with courts (Royal Glenora, Derrick), and a City-run court booking system at Kinsmen Sports Centre.
B-Active Badminton Club
CLUBEdmonton's only dedicated badminton facility — 22,000 sq. ft. with 12 tournament-standard mat courts, floating wooden subfloor, LED lighting, a pro shop, and racket stringing on site. No membership required for drop-in.
| Session | Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday afternoon (1–4 PM) | $6 | $12 |
| Evening / statutory holiday | $12 | $18 |
| Member multi-pass (10 visits) | $110 ($11/session) | — |
| Member multi-pass (20 visits) | $200 ($10/session) | — |
- Location: 14830 112 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 2T9
- Hours: Mon–Fri 1–9 PM · Sat 10 AM–6 PM · Sun 10 AM–9 PM
- Drop-in hours: Weekdays 1–4 PM · Fri 7–10 PM · Sun 6–9 PM; call ahead for court availability and seasonal early sessions
- Phone: (780) 482-2213
- Website: bactivebadminton.com
Kinsmen Sports Centre — Court Booking
COURT RENTALBadminton courts available for booking in the Kinsmen Field House (Courts 5–8). Facility admission required for all players. Up to 6 players per court, max 2 reservations per day, 24-hour cancellation policy.
- Location: 9100 Walterdale Hill NW, Edmonton
- Booking: movelearnplay.edmonton.ca · (780) 203-5449 · sportcentrebookings@edmonton.ca
Private Clubs — Royal Glenora & Derrick Club
PRIVATE CLUBTwo private athletic clubs with dedicated badminton courts, coaching, and full athletic facilities. Both require membership and have waitlists.
- Royal Glenora Club — Founded 1961, hosts YONEX Alberta Junior Circuit events. Contact: (780) 482-2371 ext. 105 · royalglenora.com
- Derrick Golf & Winter Club — Group lessons (beginner through advanced), private instruction, junior programs. Contact: (780) 437-8385 · derrickclub.com
Drop-In Badminton in Edmonton
Edmonton's 16 EDBA community clubs are the cheapest way to play — $5–$7 drop-in at school gyms across the city, no membership required. Most clubs run September through June and play 2–3 evenings per week. Bring your own racket and indoor court shoes.
IBC Edmonton — International Badminton Club
CLUBEdmonton's largest and longest-running community badminton club — over 30 years of continuous operation. Drop-in is $7/player at scheduled sessions for ages 16+; IBC asks players to complete the EDBA waiver for the season and reserves the right to limit drop-ins.
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Drop-in (scheduled dates, ages 16+) | $7/player |
| Waiver | EDBA waiver required once per season |
| Capacity | Drop-ins may be limited; check schedule before paying |
- Location: W.P. Wagner High School, 6310 Wagner Rd NW, Edmonton
- Website: ibcbadminton.com
Other EDBA Community Clubs with Drop-In
DROP-IN / COMMUNITYAccording to the EDBA club directory, 16 community clubs operate across Edmonton for the 2025–26 season. Drop-in acceptance varies by capacity, so contact the listed club before treating a school-gym session as guaranteed.
| Club | Location | Schedule | Drop-In |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long BC | St. Joseph HS (6 courts) | Mon & Fri 8:15–10:15 PM | $5 |
| Smash BC | Alex Janvier School / École à la Découverte | Mon 8–10 PM · Wed 7–9 PM | $5 |
| Northgate BC | Queen Elizabeth HS | Tue & Wed 8–10 PM | $6 |
| Southgate BC | SE Edmonton | Contact club | $5 |
Smash BC also lists annual memberships at $120 for 2 sessions/week or $60 for 1 session/week, with a September–June season. Long BC lists $5 drop-ins. Full club list and contacts are at edba.org/clubs.
City of Edmonton Recreation Centres
Drop-in badminton is available at multiple City of Edmonton recreation centres on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike community clubs, rec centres are open year-round and have showers and change rooms. Schedules change seasonally — check move.learn.play before heading out.
- Clareview Community Recreation Centre — 3804 139 Avenue NW
- Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre — 11000 Stadium Road NW
- Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar — 2051 Leger Road NW
- The Meadows Community Recreation Centre — 2704 17 Street NW
Facility admission required (day pass or membership). Youth (ages 8–17) can access rec centres for $2/day with the After-School Youth Pass (weekdays 1–5:30 PM). Check edmonton.ca for adult admission rates.
University Badminton in Edmonton
Saville Community Sports Centre (University of Alberta)
UNIVERSITYOpen to anyone with a day pass or membership — you don't need to be a UAlberta student. Racket rental $1 (leave collateral). Clean indoor non-marking shoes required.
| Pass Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Adult day pass (18+) | $10 |
| 10-visit pass | $90 ($9/visit) |
| Youth (12–17) / Student | $7 |
| Senior (65+) / Alumni / Staff | $8 |
| Family | $26 |
- Location: 2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, University of Alberta campus
- Schedule: Check the drop-in calendar (schedules reduced during exams and summer camps)
- Website: ualberta.ca/saville
Van Vliet Complex (University of Alberta)
UNIVERSITYDrop-in badminton in the East Gymnasium and Pavilion Courts. Requires Van Vliet Complex recreational privileges (membership or ONEcard). Schedules change during exam periods. Check activityreg.ualberta.ca for current times.
Junior Badminton Programs in Edmonton
EDBA Junior Training Program
The EDBA Junior Training Program serves ages 8–17 with NCCP-certified coaches across 3 progressive levels, each providing 16 hours of structured skill development.
Respect Badminton Club
CLUBNCCP Certified Provincial coaching for youth ages 11+ at competitive and beginner levels. Volunteer-supported model keeps costs low.
| Level | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive | Sat 2–4 PM & 5–7 PM · Fri 8–10 PM | Dr. Anne Anderson CC · Central Lions RC · Christ the King School |
| Beginner/Intermediate | Mon 7–8:30 PM · Sun 2:30–4 PM | Christ the King School · Dr. Anne Anderson CC |
- Website: respectbadminton.com
Other Junior Clubs
- Achieve Badminton Coaching — Eastglen HS, coaching + free play/drop-in
- Healthy Sport Junior BC — Ages 7–18, Dr. Ann Anderson CC & TCRC. healthysport.ca
- Connect Junior Badminton — W.P. Wagner School
- West Edmonton Junior — Concordia University, Bishop David Motiuk Elementary, NAIT
- B-Active, Derrick Club, Royal Glenora — Private clubs with junior programs (membership required)
Full junior club list at edba.org/clubs/junior-clubs. B-Active also runs spring break and summer camps, plus private lessons year-round.
Badminton Tournaments and Events in Edmonton
Edmonton hosts 7+ badminton events per season. Full calendar at edba.org/events and badmintonalberta.ca/calendar.
| Event | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| EDBA Free Fun Team Tourney | February (annual) | W.P. Wagner HS |
| EDBA Doubles Workshop | February | Edmonton |
| EDBA Basic Skills Workshop | March | Edmonton |
| Spring EDBA Interclub | April (annual) | W.P. Wagner HS |
| UABC Spring Tournament | May (annual) | Edmonton |
| YONEX AJC events | Throughout season | Royal Glenora & Derrick Club |
The EDBA also runs an interclub league — $5 entry. Full schedule at edba.org/interclub.
What to Bring to Your First Session
| Item | Required? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-marking court shoes | Required at B-Active | Required at B-Active and Saville. Community clubs accept clean indoor shoes. |
| Badminton racquet | Recommended | Saville rents for $1. B-Active's pro shop sells and rents. Most community clubs expect you to bring your own. |
| Shuttlecocks | Depends | Long BC provides birdies. B-Active includes shuttles with drop-in. Bring your own for most community clubs and Saville. |
| Water bottle & towel | Bring it | B-Active and Saville have changerooms and showers. School gyms usually don't. |
| Cash or e-transfer | Bring it | $5–$7 for community club drop-in. B-Active and Saville accept card. |
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About this guide: Maintained by Badminton House, a Canadian badminton specialty shop. Sources: Badminton Alberta Zone 6, EDBA, B-Active Badminton, IBC Edmonton, Smash BC, Southgate BC, Respect Badminton, Healthy Sport, Royal Glenora, Derrick Club, Saville Centre, City of Edmonton. All details verified as of June 2026. If you notice anything outdated, let us know.
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