Last updated: June 2026 · Written by the team at Badminton House
Quick Answer: Surrey and Burnaby
Surrey is better for dedicated badminton facilities and coaching; Burnaby is better for accessible rec-centre play near transit.
Surrey
Best for private courts: Smash Champs, Surrey Badminton Club, and Baihu give you the strongest dedicated-facility options.
Burnaby
Choose Edmonds, Bonsor, or Cameron when you want rec-centre drop-in, lower day-pass pricing, or SkyTrain access.
Lessons
Surrey Badminton Club, Baihu, ClearOne at Smash Champs, Wing's, and Fleetwood all serve coaching or junior-program needs.
Surrey and Burnaby have a strong mix of dedicated private facilities and City recreation centres as of June 2026. Court rentals cost $20–$28/hour at Surrey Badminton Club and Baihu; Smash Champs is membership-based. City of Surrey rec centre drop-in starts at $2.50 for seniors 70+, while Burnaby Be Active day passes start at $3.57 for children and $7.14 for adults. Burnaby players commonly use Edmonds, Bonsor, or Cameron when badminton is posted, or drive to Surrey/Richmond for dedicated venues.
Choose Your Path
Private court rental: compare Surrey facilities first.
Budget drop-in: use City rec centres and register ahead.
Clubs and social play: scan community clubs by location and schedule.
Kids or coaching: jump to lessons and coaching.
In This Guide
All Badminton Courts and Clubs — Quick Comparison
| Venue | City | Type | Courts | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smash Champs | Surrey | Court Rental | 14 | Membership-based |
| Surrey Badminton Club | Surrey | Court Rental | — | $20–$28/hr |
| Baihu Badminton | Surrey | Court Rental | 3 | $26/hr |
| Edmonds Community Centre | Burnaby | Drop-In | Check schedule | $7.14/day |
| Bonsor Recreation Complex | Burnaby | Drop-In | — | $7.14/day |
| Cameron Recreation Complex | Burnaby | Drop-In | Check schedule | $7.14/day |
| City of Surrey Rec Centres | Surrey (4 locations) | Drop-In | — | $2.50–$7.75 |
| ERSC Badminton | Richmond (nearby) | Court Rental | 12 | $30–$36/hr |
| Drive Badminton Centre | Richmond (nearby) | Court Rental | — | Call for rates |
| South Surrey Badminton Society | South Surrey | Club | — | Contact for rates |
| New Birdie Badminton Club | Surrey | Club | — | Contact for rates |
| White Rock Badminton Club | South Surrey | Club | — | Contact for rates |
| Surrey Racquet Club | Surrey | Club | — | Contact for rates |
| Fleetwood Badminton Club | Surrey | Club | — | Contact for rates |
| Sunday Epic Badminton Group | Burnaby | Drop-In | — | $17/session |
| New Westminster Badminton Group | New Westminster | Drop-In | — | Contact for rates |
Court Rentals in Surrey
Surrey has 3 private badminton facilities in this guide. Surrey Badminton Club and Baihu publish hourly court rentals; Smash Champs is membership-based, so create an account and check the current membership options before booking.
Smash Champs Badminton Club & Pro Shop
COURT RENTAL101-9755 190 St, Surrey, BC V4N 3M9 · smashchamps.com
Courts posted as 8 AM–11 PM daily · info@smashchamps.com
Surrey's largest dedicated badminton facility with 14 purpose-built courts, according to Badminton BC. Drop-in play, mixers, ladder competition, and court rentals — all bookable online. On-site pro shop, fitness gym, and member's lounge. Membership required — check their membership page for current rates.
Coaching programs include ClearOne Port Kells (Coach Sandiarto, 25+ years experience) and Jalil Waiz Coaching. Private lessons $90/hr, semi-private $55/hr, group $60/2hrs.
Surrey Badminton Club
COURT RENTAL19025 52 Ave, Surrey, BC V3S 8E5 · surreybadmintonclub.com
Mon–Fri 10 AM–11 PM · Sat–Sun 7 AM–11 PM · 778-776-1890 · bookings@surreybadmintonclub.com
$20/hr non-prime (weekdays 10 AM–4 PM) and $28/hr prime (weekdays 4–11 PM, weekends & holidays). Racquet and shoe rentals $5/hr each — you can show up empty-handed for $25 total (court + racquet + shoes).
Head coach Kiran Bogavelli: three-time BC Provincial Champion, Capilano University Hall of Famer, 20+ years coaching experience. Programs for ages 7–80+. Spring 2026 group lessons: March 30 – June 28.
Baihu Badminton
COURT RENTAL12885 76 Ave #105, Surrey, BC V3W 1E6 · baihu.ca/book-online
3 online-bookable courts · 236-339-5434 · baihu.bc@gmail.com
$26/hr court rental. Group classes: beginners $35, intermediate $40, advanced $45. Private lessons $90. Coaching staff includes a former world top player and former national/world-ranked competitors.
Courts in Burnaby
Burnaby relies on City recreation centres rather than large private clubs. For dedicated facilities, Surrey's Smash Champs and Richmond's ERSC Badminton are nearby regional options, but actual drive time depends heavily on traffic.
Edmonds Community Centre
DROP-IN7433 Edmonds St, Burnaby, BC V3N 1A8 · burnaby.ca
Phone: 604-297-4597 · Drop-in payment 30 min before activity
City of Burnaby badminton access is managed through posted daily activities and Reserve in Advance. No membership is required beyond paying the applicable Be Active admission or pass rate.
Bonsor Recreation Complex
DROP-IN6550 Bonsor Ave, Burnaby, BC V5H 3G3 · burnaby.ca/bonsor
Reserve via WebReg · 604-297-4597
Be Active Pass rates: adults $7.14, youth/seniors $5.33, children $3.57 (plus tax). Near Metrotown SkyTrain — one of the most transit-accessible badminton options in the region.
Cameron Recreation Complex
DROP-IN9523 Cameron St, Burnaby, BC V3J 7N3 · burnaby.ca
Be Active Pass · check daily activities before going
Closest City of Burnaby option in the Lougheed/SFU area when badminton is posted. Check the daily activities schedule before going.
Nearby: Richmond Facilities
COURT RENTAL- ERSC Badminton (140-4551 No. 3 Rd, Richmond) — 12 courts. $30/hr weekdays before 5 PM, $36/hr evenings/weekends. Bulk package: $1,080 for 40 hours ($27/hr). Adult classes at all levels. Phone: 604-285-5521.
- Drive Badminton Centre (138-4551 No. 3 Rd, Richmond) — Court rental and walk-ins welcome. Coaching includes a CCAA National Champion and former Team China player. Phone: 604-285-2638.
Drop-In Badminton in Surrey and Burnaby
City recreation centres are the cheapest way to play — $2.50–$7.75 per session in Surrey and $3.57–$7.14 in Burnaby. All skill levels, doubles with player rotation.
City of Surrey Recreation Centres
DROP-IN| Facility | Area | Drop-In Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fraser Heights Recreation Centre | Fraser Heights | $7.75 adult / $6 senior 60+ / $2.50 senior 70+ |
| North Surrey Sport & Ice Complex | Whalley | $7.75 adult / $6 senior 60+ / $2.50 senior 70+ |
| Cloverdale Recreation Centre | Cloverdale | $7.75 adult / $6 senior 60+ / $2.50 senior 70+ |
| South Surrey Recreation Centre | South Surrey | $7.75 adult / $6 senior 60+ / $2.50 senior 70+ |
Registration opens 72 hours in advance at surrey.ca, by phone at 604-501-5100, or in person. Free Rec Surrey Passcard required. Rec Surrey Pass holders play for free.
City of Burnaby Recreation Centres
DROP-IN| Facility | Area | Drop-In Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bonsor Recreation Complex | Metrotown | $7.14 adult / $5.33 youth-senior + tax |
| Edmonds Community Centre | Edmonds | $7.14 adult / $5.33 youth-senior + tax |
| Cameron Recreation Complex | Lougheed | $7.14 adult / $5.33 youth-senior + tax |
Check schedules at burnaby.ca. Call 604-297-4597 to confirm badminton availability.
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Badminton Clubs in Surrey and Burnaby
South Surrey Badminton Society
CLUBSemiahmoo Secondary & Grandview Heights Secondary, South Surrey · southsurreybadmintonsociety.com
Sat & Sun · southsurreybmt@gmail.com
1,000+ players enrolled. Hosts the White Rock Badminton Tournament (June) and Peace Arch Cup annually. Youth development and girls' programs. One of Metro Vancouver's most active grassroots badminton organizations.
New Birdie Badminton Club
CLUBElgin Park Secondary & Douglas Elementary, Surrey
Tue & Thu 8–10 PM · Sat 7–10 PM · Ages 12–65 · zhangli7651@yahoo.co
Badminton BC-registered. Three sessions per week across two school gym locations.
White Rock Badminton Club
CLUBSemiahmoo Trail Elementary, 3040 145a St, Surrey
Tue & Thu 8–10 PM · Adults 19+ · Daniel Driedger: 778-918-5944 · daniel.driedger@telus.net
Adults-only club, twice a week. Consistent Tuesday-Thursday routine in the White Rock/South Surrey area.
Surrey Racquet Club
CLUBSurrey, BC
Mon & Wed 5–9 PM · Sat 4–9 PM · All ages · Lessons available
Badminton BC-registered. Three sessions weekly including Saturday afternoons. Lessons available alongside club play.
Fleetwood Badminton Club
CLUB4 locations across Surrey · fbcbadminton.com
Drop-in: 15353 92 Ave, Surrey V3R 1E2 · 778-776-5563 · sports.fleetwood@gmail.com
Founded 2016. Four gym locations (8606 162 St, 8888 162 St, 15353 92 Ave, 1730 142 St). Coaching for children and adults, summer camps, and drop-in at the 92 Ave location.
Sunday Epic Badminton Group (Burnaby)
DROP-INBurnaby · Meetup
Sundays 6 PM · $17/session · Mixed doubles
Meetup group with weekly mixed doubles every Sunday evening. No partner needed — RSVP and show up.
New Westminster Badminton Group
DROP-INtəməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre, 65 E Sixth St, New Westminster · Meetup
Sundays 8:30 AM · 65 members
Sunday morning badminton just across the Burnaby border. Register through the City of New Westminster — opens 1 day before for the general public, 2 days for residents.
Badminton Lessons and Coaching
Surrey has 5+ coaching programs with national and international-level instructors.
| Program | Location | Pricing | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baihu Badminton | Surrey | $35–$45 group · $90 private | Technique-focused, former world top player |
| Surrey Badminton Club | Surrey | Contact for rates | Ages 7–80+, BC Provincial Champion coach |
| ClearOne at Smash Champs | Surrey (Smash Champs) | $55 semi-private · $60/2hrs group · $90 private | 25+ years coaching, national champions trained |
| Wing's Badminton | South Surrey + Richmond | Contact: 604-247-5952 | Juniors ages 6+, China Olympic training method |
| Fleetwood Badminton Club | Surrey (4 locations) | Contact: 778-776-5563 | Children and adults, summer camps |
Badminton Tournaments in Surrey
Badminton BC sanctions events from junior through masters levels across the province. For the 2026-27 season, Badminton BC player memberships start at $16 for recreational players and run up to $115 for national-level access; tournament entry fees vary by event.
| Event | Level | When | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wing's GHS Junior B Series #5 | U13–U19 | Feb 14–16, 2026 | Surrey |
| White Rock Badminton Tournament | Open | June (annual) | South Surrey (SSBS) |
| Peace Arch Cup | Community | Annual | South Surrey (SSBS) |
| VRC Jack Underhill BC Open | Open A & B | Feb 6–8, 2026 | Vancouver Racquets Club |
| BC Masters Provincials | 30+–75+ | Mar 27–29, 2026 | Hollyburn Country Club |
Use the full tournament calendar at badmintonbc.com for current registration links and deadlines. The table above includes recent 2026 examples and annual community events.
How to Choose Where to Play
- If you want purpose-built courts, start in Surrey. Smash Champs, Surrey Badminton Club, and Baihu are the dedicated facilities in this guide.
- If you want transit access, start in Burnaby. Bonsor is near Metrotown SkyTrain, while most private Surrey clubs are easier by car or bus.
- If price matters, check City rec first. Surrey and Burnaby recreation centres are cheaper than private court rental, but you need to register or confirm availability ahead.
- If you are booking for kids, compare coaching style. Surrey Badminton Club, Baihu, ClearOne, Wing's, and Fleetwood each have different ages, prices, and training intensity.
- If you have four players, private rental can be good value. Splitting a $20–$28/hour court often competes well with individual drop-in pricing.
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About this guide: Covers Surrey, Burnaby, and nearby Richmond options. Maintained by Badminton House, a Canadian badminton specialty shop. Updated quarterly. Sources include: Badminton BC, Smash Champs, Surrey Badminton Club, Baihu Badminton, South Surrey Badminton Society, Wing's Badminton, Fleetwood Badminton Club, City of Burnaby, and City of Surrey. All details verified June 2026. If you notice anything outdated, let us know.
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