Last updated: June 2026 · Written by the team at Badminton House, Moncton, NB
Quick Answer: Where to Play in Moncton
Choose by schedule and cost first: free community drop-in, coached youth programs, or membership-based gym and university access.
Free
City of Dieppe at CCNB: the simplest no-cost option when its event-calendar sessions are active.
Youth
Moncton Badminton Club is the structured grades 5–12 coaching path.
Adults
South East NB Adults Badminton Club, Moncton Cares, Kay Arena, YMCA, and CEPS cover adult club, drop-in, and facility access.
There are several places to play badminton in the Greater Moncton area as of June 2026 — from free municipal calendar events to coached youth programs, community drop-ins, YMCA gym time, and CEPS court access. Many schedules are seasonal, so use this guide to narrow your first stop, then confirm the active registration or event listing before leaving.
Choose Your Path
- Drop-in play: Dieppe Free Drop-In when calendar events are active, Kay Arena for community play, or Moncton Cares for affordable adult sessions.
- Clubs and coaching: Moncton Badminton Club for youth coaching; South East NB Adults Badminton Club for adult competitive and social play.
- Family or junior: Dieppe splits sessions by age, while Moncton Badminton Club serves grades 5–12.
- Facility access: YMCA and Université de Moncton CEPS are better fits when you want regular gym or campus access.
In This Guide
- All Courts & Clubs — Quick Comparison
- Moncton Badminton Club
- South East NB Adults Badminton Club
- Free Drop-In — City of Dieppe (CCNB)
- YMCA of Greater Moncton
- Université de Moncton (CEPS)
- Kay Arena — Saturday Drop-In
- Moncton Cares — Drop-In
- Tournaments in Moncton
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Gear Up — Your Local Badminton Shop
All Badminton Courts and Clubs — Quick Comparison
| Venue | Type | Cost | Best For | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dieppe Free Drop-In (CCNB) | Free drop-in | Free | Casual players, families | Check Dieppe calendar |
| Moncton Cares | Community drop-in | $5/session | Budget-friendly adult play | Varies — check Facebook |
| Kay Arena (Crossman Centre) | Drop-in + club | $5 Saturday drop-in | Meeting local players | Saturday mornings |
| YMCA of Greater Moncton | Gym membership | YMCA membership | Regular access + fitness | Seasonal — call ahead |
| Université de Moncton (CEPS) | University courts | Membership or walk-in | Students, dedicated courts | Daily 6 AM – 9:45 PM |
| Moncton Badminton Club | Youth club | Check current registration | Youth coaching (Gr. 5–12) | Seasonal programs |
| South East NB Adults Badminton Club | Adult club | Contact club | Adult competitive/social | Varies by season |
Planning checklist: bring your own racket and shuttles, confirm seasonal schedules before leaving, check whether registration is required, and use non-marking indoor court shoes.
Moncton Badminton Club
Moncton Badminton Club
CLUBLewisville · Seasonal registration · Youth grades 5–12
The main organized youth club in the region. MBC runs structured programs for grades 5–12 across fall, winter, spring, and summer sessions. Its current site lists a 2026 Summer Grade 5–8 Beginner League beginning the week of May 4, with Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu evening options at Lewisville Middle School; registration availability can close between sessions. All programs are led by National Certified Coach Daryl Beers, who trained under Canadian Olympic coaches Ram Nayyar (2012, 2016) and Mike Butler (2020, 2024).
| Program | Ages | Schedule | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Summer Beginner League | Grades 5–8 | Mon & Wed or Tue & Thu, 6–7:45 PM | Check current registration |
| Other seasonal programs | Grades 5–12 | Varies by season | Check website |
- Location: Lewisville Middle School, 45 McAuley Dr, Moncton, NB E1A 5R8
- Website: monctonbadmintonclub.ca
- Registration: Online — spots fill fast and registration can close between seasonal programs
MBC focuses on youth development (grades 5–12). Adults looking for regular club play should see the drop-in and university options below.
South East NB Adults Badminton Club
South East NB Adults Badminton Club
CLUBMoncton · BNNB-registered · Adults
A BNNB-listed adult club for competitive and social play in Moncton. Schedule and location vary by season — contact through the Badminton New Brunswick club directory for current details. Note: BNNB currently lists Jerry Zhang Badminton Club in Fredericton, not Moncton.
Free Badminton Drop-In — City of Dieppe (CCNB)
City of Dieppe — Free Badminton Drop-In
FREEDieppe · Free · No registration required
The City of Dieppe calendar has listed free recreational badminton events at CCNB Dieppe. No registration is typically required when the program is active, but check the live calendar before going because municipal events can pause for holidays, school breaks, weather closures, and seasonal changes.
| Session | Time | Days |
|---|---|---|
| 14 and under | 6:00–7:30 PM | Mon, Wed, Fri |
| 15 and over | 7:15–8:45 PM | Mon, Wed, Fri |
- Location: CCNB Dieppe, 505 du Collège St, Dieppe, NB
- Supervision: City of Dieppe staff on-site
- Note: Cancelled during statutory holidays, school breaks, weather closures, or seasonal pauses. Check the Dieppe events calendar for active dates.
YMCA of Greater Moncton
YMCA of Greater Moncton
GYMMoncton · YMCA membership · Ages 12+/18+
The YMCA has gym time set aside for participant-led badminton. The Spring 2026 program schedule lists badminton for ages 12+ and a separate 18+ block, with schedules subject to change. Court access is included with membership or eligible day-pass access.
- Location: 70 Twin Oaks Dr, Moncton, NB E1G 0A1
- Hours: Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 8:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Phone: (506) 857-0606
- Website: moncton.ymca.ca
Call ahead to confirm badminton court availability — the schedule rotates seasonally and gym space is shared with other sports.
Badminton Courts at Université de Moncton (CEPS)
Université de Moncton — CEPS
UNIVERSITYCampus · 2 dedicated courts · Membership or walk-in
The university's sports complex provides access to racquet-sport courts for students, members, and walk-ins when courts are available. CEPS also hosts tournament activity. Non-marking indoor shoes are required.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Courts | Racquet-sport courts — confirm badminton availability |
| Hours | Sept–Apr: Mon–Fri 6 AM–10 PM, Sat–Sun 7 AM–10 PM; May–June Friday closes earlier; July–August weekend hours are shorter |
| Reservations | Students/members: online up to 2 days in advance. Non-members: in person 5 minutes before available play time |
| Play time | 1 hour per reservation |
| Phone | (506) 858-4545 |
- Location: CEPS Louis-J.-Robichaud, Université de Moncton campus
- Website: ceps.umoncton.ca
Kay Arena (Crossman Community Centre) — Saturday Drop-In
Kay Arena — Saturday Drop-In
DROP-INMoncton · $5 · Saturday mornings
One of the most popular badminton spots in Moncton. The Saturday morning drop-in is open to everyone — $5 cash at the door. Weekday court time is reserved for club members (invite-only), so Saturday is your way in if you're new. The level ranges from recreational to competitive.
- Location: 99 Wynwood Dr, Moncton, NB E1A 2M4
- Drop-in: Saturday mornings · $5 cash
- Weekdays: Club members only (by invitation)
- Phone: (506) 877-7715
- Website: moncton.ca
Moncton Cares — Affordable Drop-In
Moncton Cares
COMMUNITYVaries · $5/session or $24/8 sessions
Moncton Cares offers badminton as part of their community sports program — $5 per drop-in, or $24 for an 8-session pass.
- Schedule: Varies — check their Facebook page weekly for current times and locations
Badminton Tournaments in Moncton
Moncton hosts several Badminton New Brunswick sanctioned tournaments throughout the season:
- Golden Goose Series (Singles, Doubles & Mixed) — held at Université de Moncton and École Le Sommet (701 rue Ryan, Moncton)
- Atlantic Series Championships — regional championship at CEPS, draws players from all four Atlantic provinces
- N.B. Provincial Championships — rotates between Moncton and Saint John
A BNNB membership is required to compete: provincial ($30) covers NB events, national ($45) for Atlantic or Canadian championships. Both include injury insurance. Register through bnnb.ca — spots often close a week before each tournament.
Frequently Asked Questions
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