Last updated: June 2026 · Written by the team at Badminton House
Quick Answer: Where to Play in Quebec City
Start with PEPS for court access, CBQ for adult leagues, École de Badminton de la Capitale for coaching, or Lévis for free badminton libre.
Flexible
PEPS Université Laval: the biggest court-access option, with 12 courts and member/non-member paths.
League
Club de badminton de Québec is the main organized adult league and junior club route.
Free
Ville de Lévis badminton libre is the free September–April option across the river.
Quebec City has 24+ badminton courts across 9+ venues as of June 2026. PEPS Université Laval offers member court reservations and non-member same-day court access at $10.87+tax/person. The Ville de Lévis runs free badminton libre from early September to late April. The Badminton Québec-affiliated Club de badminton de Québec posts adult and junior league registrations by season, and the École de Badminton de la Capitale provides coaching at multiple locations.
Almost every badminton organization in Quebec City operates in French — registration forms, coaching, league rules. This guide maps every option with verified addresses, pricing, schedules, and contact details so you can get on court this week — whether you speak French, English, or both.
Choose Your Path
- Drop-in or rental: PEPS for the largest court setup, municipal gymnases for local rentals, and Lévis for free badminton libre.
- Clubs and leagues: Club de badminton de Québec for adult leagues and junior programs; Beauport for another club option.
- Family or junior: École de Badminton de la Capitale and CBQ both list youth-focused training paths.
- College or university: PEPS and Cégep Sainte-Foy are the campus-based options.
In This Guide
- All Courts & Clubs — Quick Comparison
- PEPS Université Laval
- Club de badminton de Québec (CBQ)
- École de Badminton de la Capitale
- Club de badminton de Beauport
- Municipal Gymnases — Ville de Québec
- Badminton Libre in Lévis — Free Drop-In
- University and College Badminton
- Junior Coaching and Training
- Tournaments and Competitive Play
- Frequently Asked Questions
- What to Bring to Your First Session
- Gear Up Before Your First Session
All Badminton Courts and Clubs — Quick Comparison
| Facility | Area | Courts | Drop-In From | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PEPS Université Laval | Sainte-Foy | 12 | Free (members) / $10.87+tx | 418 656-2131 x406020 |
| Club de badminton de Québec | Charlesbourg | — | Seasonal registration | — |
| École de Badminton de la Capitale | 6+ locations | — | $90 (exploratory lesson) | 418 750-4874 |
| Club de badminton de Beauport | Beauport | — | Contact club | — |
| Gymnase François-Borgia | Charlesbourg | 6 | Municipal rental | 418 641-6401 |
| Polyvalente de Charlesbourg | Charlesbourg | 6 | Municipal rental | 418 641-6638 |
| Brio Charlesbourg-Nord | Charlesbourg | — | Registration required | 418 624-7748 |
| Ville de Lévis (badminton libre) | Lévis (south shore) | — | Free | 311 Lévis |
| Cégep Sainte-Foy | Sainte-Foy | — | Students only | 418 659-6631 |
Planning checklist: confirm the current French-language registration instructions, check member versus non-member booking rules, bring non-marking indoor shoes, and verify whether shuttles or equipment are provided.
PEPS Université Laval — Quebec City's Largest Badminton Venue
The PEPS (Pavillon de l'Éducation Physique et des Sports) at Université Laval is Quebec City's largest indoor sports facility, with multiple gymnases for badminton, volleyball, basketball, pickleball, and other indoor sports.
Court Rental (Participation Libre)
COURT RENTAL| Access Type | Cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|
| PEPS members (students, employees, members) | Free — 60 min/day/person | Up to 70 hours in advance |
| Non-members | $10.87 + taxes per person | Same-day only, 1 court per person |
| Hourly rental (unit/group projects) | $17/court (member rate) | Via PEPS location |
Courts are in gymnases 1305 A, B, C, 00141, and 00143. Reserve online through the PEPS booking portal. A student card, employee card, or PEPS membership card is required for entry.
Address: 2300, rue de la Terrasse, Québec, QC G1V 0A6
Contact: participation@sas.ulaval.ca · 418 656-2131, poste 406020
PEPS Group Courses
UNIVERSITYPEPS posts group courses by session and skill level. Check the current PEPS registration portal for active beginner, initié, intermédiaire, and compétitif badminton courses, including equipment and registration requirements.
Contact: Geneviève Mercier (Coordonnatrice) · initiationetperfectionnement@sas.ulaval.ca · 418 656-2131, poste 406020
PEPS Badminton League
UNIVERSITYOpen to all adults (not just Laval students). Organized by the École de Badminton de la Capitale, the league runs weekly 90–120 minute sessions in blocks of 18–20 players. The first two weeks are used for qualifications to balance match quality. Mostly doubles, with singles depending on attendance.
| Season | Schedule | Players | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiver 2026 | 18:30–22:20 (2 blocks × 120 min) | Max 36 | Up to $55 (shuttlecocks) |
| Printemps-été 2026 | 18:30–21:20 (2 blocks × 90 min) | Max 40 | Up to $55 (shuttlecocks) |
Prerequisite: Ability to hit the shuttlecock consistently. Register via the PEPS portal or join the waitlist.
Contact: 418 750-4874 / ecolebadcapitale@gmail.com
Club de badminton de Québec (CBQ)
The Club de badminton de Québec is the city's main organized club, affiliated with Badminton Québec. CBQ runs adult leagues at multiple competitive levels and junior programs from beginner to competitive.
Practice Locations & Hours
CLUB| Location | Address |
|---|---|
| Externat Saint-Jean-Eudes | 650, ave. du Bourg-Royal, Québec, G2L 1M8 |
| Académie Saint-Louis (pavillon secondaire) | 1500, rue de la Rive-Boisée S, Québec, G2C 2B3 |
| Gymnase François-Borgia | 7700, 3e Avenue Est, Québec, G1H 7J2 |
General schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 18:30–22:30, Sunday 8:00–13:00
Contact: club.bad.quebec@gmail.com (Dave Evers) · Facebook · Instagram
Adult Leagues (Sénior) — Seasonal Registration
CLUBCBQ posts leagues by season, with each group matched to a specific competitive level. Current public course listings show 14-session adult league formats and Badminton Québec affiliation handled through the club for the 2025-2026 season, but exact days, prices, and availability should be confirmed on the live registration page.
| League | Level | Day & Time | Location | Price (+ taxes) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ligue récréative C | Recreational (C) | Thu 19:15–21:15 | Externat Saint-Jean-Eudes | $135 |
| Ligue C+B régional | Transitioning to competitive (B) | Thu 19:15–21:15 | Externat Saint-Jean-Eudes | $185 |
| Ligue semi-compétitive B+ | Semi-competitive (B+ rating) | Mon 19:30–21:30 | Gymnase François-Borgia | $180 |
| Ligue semi-compétitive du mardi | Intensive B+/A regional | Tue 19:15–21:45 | Externat Saint-Jean-Eudes | $196 |
| Ligue B+A régional | A regional & higher | Wed 21:00–22:30 | Académie Saint-Louis | $176 |
| Club Sénior Compétitif | B+ and A (by invitation) | Thu 20:30–22:30 | Académie Saint-Louis | TBD |
New to organized badminton in Quebec City? Start with CBQ's recreational adult listing when available. It is the lowest-barrier league path, with structured doubles and no need to choose your own partner. Confirm the current level descriptions and fees before registering.
"The B+ league uses an individualized rating system where partners are assigned by the organizer — no choosing your own partner. This creates balanced matches and measurable progression."
École de Badminton de la Capitale — Coaching for All Levels
The École de Badminton de la Capitale is Quebec City's dedicated badminton coaching school, founded in 2020 by Francis Lefebvre (PNCE 3 certified, provincial A classification since 2022). Structured courses across 6+ locations, plus private coaching and the PEPS badminton league.
Adult Courses
CLUB| Course | Duration | Day | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Débutant (Beginner) | 1h30 | Monday | PEPS |
| Initié | 1h30–2h | Sunday & Tuesday | Lebourgneuf & PEPS |
| Intermédiaire | 2h | Sunday & Tuesday | PEPS & Lebourgneuf |
| Avancé (Advanced) | 1h30 | Sunday | Centre Ferland |
| Compétitif | 1h45 | Monday | PEPS |
Private Coaching
CLUB| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Exploratory lesson (1 session) | $90 |
| 5-hour package (individual) | $350 ($70/h) |
| 5-hour package (2 players) | $250/person ($50/h each) |
| 5-hour package (3 players) | $187.50/person ($37.50/h each) |
| 5-hour package (4 players) | $162.50/person ($32.50/h each) |
Available 7 days a week at PEPS and Club Avantage. Court and shuttlecocks included in all private lesson pricing.
Contact: 418 750-4874 · ecolebadcapitale@gmail.com
Club de badminton de Beauport
The Club de badminton de Beauport is a community club in the east end of Quebec City. If you live in Beauport, Boischatel, or L'Ange-Gardien, this saves you a 20–30 minute drive to Sainte-Foy or Charlesbourg. Coached sessions and organized play — contact them for current schedules.
Address: 11968, rue Rochefort, Québec, QC G2A 3N7
Schedule: Weekdays (contact for specific times)
Contact: club.bad.beauport@gmail.com · Facebook group
Municipal Gymnases — Ville de Québec
The Ville de Québec rents public gymnases across multiple boroughs. Four friends split the cost of a gym for a set weekly slot — no club membership required.
Gymnases with Badminton Courts
DROP-IN / COMMUNITY| Facility | Borough | Address | Courts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gymnase François-Borgia | Charlesbourg | 7700, 3e Avenue Est | 6 |
| Polyvalente de Charlesbourg | Charlesbourg | 800, rue de la Sorbonne | 6 |
| École primaire de l'Escalade | Charlesbourg | Contact for address | 3 |
Submit a reservation form at least 10 business days before your planned activity. Available for Beauport, Charlesbourg, La Haute-Saint-Charles, La Cité-Limoilou, Les Rivières, and Sainte-Foy–Sillery–Cap-Rouge boroughs.
Contact: 311 or 418 641-6638 · reservationloisir@ville.quebec.qc.ca
Brio Charlesbourg-Nord — Badminton Libre
DROP-IN / COMMUNITYBrio Loisirs Charlesbourg-Nord runs badminton libre (drop-in) sessions for adults at École de l'Oasis and École des Sentiers. Sessions start each January and run through winter. Register via the Amilia portal.
Contact: 418 624-7748 · loisirsbrio.com
Badminton Libre in Lévis — Free Drop-In Across the River
The Ville de Lévis offers completely free drop-in badminton from September through April (since 2026). Lévis is a 15-minute drive from downtown Quebec City via the Pont de Québec or Pierre-Laporte Bridge, or accessible by ferry.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free (since 2026) |
| Season | September to end of April |
| Age | 13+ (13-17 must be accompanied by an adult) |
| Equipment | Bring your own racquets and shuttlecocks |
| Shoes | White-soled gym shoes required |
| Rules | Max 4 players per court, mandatory rotation |
| Schedule info | Call 311 Lévis for current gym locations and times |
"The only zero-cost badminton option in the entire Quebec City metro area — and the 8-month season covers the long Quebec winter when you need indoor activity most."
University and College Badminton
Université Laval (PEPS)
UNIVERSITYIf you're a Laval student, PEPS is your best option: free 60-minute court bookings with your student card, the badminton league (open to all adults), group courses at four levels, and junior badminton camps for faculty with kids. PEPS also doubles as the region's primary Badminton Québec tournament venue.
Cégep de Sainte-Foy — Les Dynamiques
UNIVERSITYAccording to the Cégep de Sainte-Foy athletics page, the badminton team (Les Dynamiques) has won 16 Canadian college championships — more than any other program in the country. Recreational badminton is available to Cégep de Sainte-Foy students:
- Monday: 13:00–13:50
- Tuesday to Thursday: 7:00–7:50
- Location: Room J-032
Reserve your spot up to 5 minutes before via the "Réserve ta place" system. Students only.
Contact: 418 659-6631 · sas@csfoy.ca · dynamiques@csfoy.ca (competitive team)
Junior Coaching and Training
Club de badminton de Québec — Junior Programs
CLUBThe most comprehensive junior pathway in the region, with programs at four levels. All include shuttlecocks and a club jersey for the 2025-2026 season.
| Program | Ages | Day & Time | Location | Price (+ taxes) / 14 sessions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Débutant — Initiation | 6–10 | Sun 8:30–9:30 | CFP Wilbrod-Bhérer | $130 |
| Relève — Initiation à la compétition | 9–13 | Sun 9:45–10:45 | CFP Wilbrod-Bhérer | $130 |
| Intermédiaire 1 & 2 | 10–17 | Sun 8:30–10:00 / 10:15–11:45 | École des Sentiers | $154 |
| Avancé | 10–17 | Sun 10:15–11:45 | École des Sentiers | $170 |
| Compétitif (2×/week, by selection) | 10–17 | Tue & Thu 18:30–20:30 | Académie Saint-Louis | $281 / 28 sessions |
The competitive junior program (Tue/Thu) is by selection — tryouts happen each fall. Trial sessions cost $10. Junior programs use plastic shuttlecocks except advanced and competitive levels, which use feather.
Register via quebecbadminton.com/inscriptions.
École de Badminton de la Capitale — Youth Courses
CLUBYouth beginner and initié programs on Sundays at 5+ locations: PEPS, Loisirs du Faubourg, Loisirs Neufchâtel, Loisirs Lebourgneuf, and Centre Sportif Boischatel. Most families in the Quebec City area have a location within a 10-minute drive.
Tournaments and Competitive Play
The Quebec City area regularly hosts Badminton Québec provincial circuit events. PEPS Université Laval and Cégep Sainte-Foy are common competition venues, but older 2025–26 examples have already passed as of this June 2026 update. Check the live Badminton Québec calendar for the next active registration window.
| Where to Check | What It Covers | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Badminton Québec calendar | Provincial circuit, regional, and affiliated events | Use the current calendar for dates, venues, categories, and license requirements |
| École de Badminton de la Capitale | Local recreational and competitive events | Good stepping stone before provincial-circuit play |
The École de Badminton de la Capitale also organizes local recreational and competitive tournaments for players who want local-level competition before entering the Badminton Québec circuit.
License requirements: Badminton Québec license categories and fees can change by season and event level. Register on the Badminton Québec calendar and confirm the license required for your category before paying.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to Bring to Your First Session
| Item | Need It? | Quebec City Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-marking court shoes | Required | PEPS requires indoor shoes. Lévis libre requires white-soled gym shoes. CBQ and municipal gymnases enforce non-marking soles. |
| Badminton racquet | Recommended | PEPS group courses provide equipment. Lévis libre and CBQ leagues expect your own racket. The École provides rackets for private coaching. |
| Shuttlecocks | Depends | CBQ leagues include shuttlecocks. Lévis libre and PEPS court rental — bring your own. Private coaching — included. |
| Water bottle & towel | Bring it | PEPS has full locker rooms and showers. Municipal gymnases typically have washrooms only. |
| Payment | Check ahead | CBQ registration is online (credit card). PEPS accepts card at the front desk and online. Lévis libre is free. Municipal gym rental requires 10 business days' notice. |
Gear Up Before Your First Session
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About this guide: Covers 9+ venues, 24+ courts, community clubs, a coaching school with multiple locations, college/university programs, free drop-in in Lévis, and Badminton Québec-sanctioned tournament venues across Quebec City and Lévis. Last rechecked June 2026. Maintained by the Badminton House team with information sourced from Club de badminton de Québec, École de Badminton de la Capitale, Badminton Québec, PEPS Université Laval, Cégep Sainte-Foy, Ville de Québec, and Ville de Lévis. Prices and schedules may change — contact venues directly to confirm. Have an update? Email info@badmintonhouse.ca.
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