Last updated: June 2026 · Written by the team at Badminton House
Quick Answer: Where to Play Badminton in Toronto
Start with your playing style: hourly court rentals for a fixed group, city drop-ins for low cost, and clubs for regular weekly play.
Fastest
Rent a court: Epic Sports, La Liga, and VA Badminton are simple choices when you already have players.
Cheapest
City of Toronto community centres, free older-adult sessions at TPASC, and student courts keep costs lowest.
Regular
Seasonal clubs like Ace, Leaside, Parkwoods, and Thornlea suit players who want the same weekly session.
Toronto gives you several ways onto court: hourly rentals, organized recreational clubs, city community-centre drop-ins, private clubs, university sessions, and nearby GTA facilities. The best choice depends less on the venue list and more on how you want to play this week.
Choose Your Path
- Drop-in play: Start with City of Toronto community centres, TPASC, and current Meetup listings; check VA Badminton's live booking and Meetup pages before going.
- Private rental: Use Epic Sports, La Liga, or GTA facilities when you have a group and want a booked court.
- Clubs and coaching: Look at Ace, Leaside, Parkwoods, Thornlea, Lee's, Mandarin, and other club listings.
- Budget or community play: Check city drop-ins, free older-adult sessions, student courts, and community clubs before booking private courts.
In This Guide
All Badminton Courts and Clubs — Quick Comparison
| Facility | Area | Drop-In / Season | Court Rental | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Epic Sports | Scarborough | — | $20–$30/hr | Court Rental |
| La Liga Sports | North York | — | $50/hr | Court Rental |
| VA Badminton | Scarborough | $10–$13 | — | Court Rental |
| Ace Badminton Club | Downtown (TMU) | $18 / $182 season | — | Club |
| Leaside Badminton | East York | ~$120/season | — | Club |
| Parkwoods Badminton | North York | ~$110/season | — | Club |
| Thornlea Badminton | Thornhill | $50–$60/season | — | Club |
| B&R Club | Midtown | Membership (waitlist) | — | Private |
| Boulevard Club | Lakeside | $31K + $356/mo | — | Private |
| Granite Club | North York | Membership | — | Private |
| TPASC | Scarborough | Free–$56/mo | — | Drop-In |
| City Community Centres | Citywide (75+) | Varies by program | — | Drop-In |
| Meetup Groups | Various | $10–$13 | — | Drop-In |
| U of T | Downtown | Free (students) | — | University |
| TMU | Downtown | Free (students) | — | University |
| York University | North York | Free (students) | — | University |
| Mandarin Badminton | Markham | Contact | Contact | Court Rental |
| Lee's Badminton | Markham / Mississauga | Contact | Contact | Court Rental |
| APlus Sports | Mississauga | $7–$12 | $26–$39/hr | Court Rental |
Badminton Court Rentals in Toronto
Standalone or purpose-built badminton centres where anyone can rent a court by the hour or drop in — no membership or season commitment required.
Epic Sports Badminton Club (Scarborough)
COURT RENTALDedicated Scarborough badminton facility with hourly court rental, weekday daytime drop-in, dehumidifiers, and dedicated badminton lighting. Walk-ins and weekend reservations should be confirmed ahead.
| Time slot | Guest | Member |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 10:30 AM – 5 PM | $20/hr | $17/hr |
| Weekdays 5 PM – close | $30/hr | $27/hr |
| Weekends & holidays | $30/hr | $27/hr |
Address: 39 Bertrand Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 2P3
Hours: Mon–Thu 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM · Fri 10:30 AM – midnight · Sat–Sun 9 AM – 11 PM
Phone: (416) 288-8333 · epicsportsbadminton.com
La Liga Sports Complex (North York)
COURT RENTAL3 hardwood badminton courts with soft underlay surface. $50/hr + HST per court. Max 20 players per court — works well for large groups. Free parking on-site.
Address: 1107 Finch Ave W, North York, ON M3J 2P7
Hours: Daily until midnight (weekends from 7:30 AM)
Phone: (416) 665-1107 · laligatoronto.ca
VA Badminton Academy (Scarborough)
COURT RENTALCoaching and court-rental facility in Scarborough. The venue posts court-rental rates on its own booking page; Meetup sessions may run separately, so verify the event time and price on the live listing before going.
| Booking type | Time | Posted rate |
|---|---|---|
| Weekday daytime court rental | Mon–Fri 10 AM – 5 PM | From $17/hr |
| Evening / weekend court rental | Weekdays after 5 PM; weekends 9 AM – midnight | From $27/hr |
| Equipment rental | On site | $5 shoes; $6 racket |
Address: 1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit 6, Scarborough, ON M1P 2E3
Booking: vabadminton.com · VA Badminton Meetup Group
Badminton Clubs in Toronto — Recreational and Competitive
These clubs meet on set nights in school gyms or rented facilities. Membership is seasonal (September–May) and significantly cheaper than hourly court rental if you play regularly. Most expect you to bring your own racket and shuttlecocks.
Ace Badminton Club (Downtown — TMU Kerr Hall)
CLUBCompetitive-level club in the TMU Upper Gym — six courts with 37-foot ceilings. Most players are intermediate to advanced. Ace posts current season and guest availability notices on its website, so check before arriving.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| When | Fridays, 6:30–9:30 PM |
| Membership | Term-based membership; spring/summer 2026 runs until August 28 |
| Drop-in | Limited guest drop-in; check the current membership page for price and availability |
Location: TMU Kerr Hall Upper Gym (Church & Yonge, Dundas & Gerrard area)
Website: acesports.ca
Leaside Badminton Club (East York)
CLUBLong-running social club at Leaside High School. TDBA lists Leaside at 200 Hanna Road on Tuesday and Thursday nights; confirm the current season fee and guest policy before going.
Address: Leaside High School, 200 Hana Rd (1 block east of Bayview, 1 block south of Eglinton E)
Contact: leasidebadmintonclub@sympatico.ca
Parkwoods Badminton Club (North York)
CLUBRecreational club for adults (14+) in the Don Mills area. The club site lists a school-year season and three courts; confirm current membership and guest fees before going.
Address: Don Mills Middle School, 17 The Donway East, Toronto
Contact: parkwoodsbaddie@gmail.com · parkwoodsbadminton.com
Thornlea Badminton Club (Thornhill)
CLUBFriendly recreational club with 6 courts. Wednesdays 8:05–10:10 PM, September–June. Coached by Charles Chow (registered Level III, NCCP official).
Address: Thornlea Secondary School, 8075 Bayview Ave, Thornhill
Membership: $60 new / $50 returning · $4 guest drop-in
Contact: cchow39@yahoo.com · (416) 418-4184
Private Badminton Clubs in Toronto
Three private clubs with top-tier courts. These require membership (with waitlists) and significant financial commitment, but the facilities, coaching, and community are a step above anything else in the city.
The Badminton & Racquet Club of Toronto (Midtown)
PRIVATE CLUBFounded 1924. National-standard courts, house leagues, clinics, tournaments, and private coaching. Also offers squash, tennis, table tennis, pickleball, and dining.
Address: 25 St. Clair Ave W, Toronto
Hours: Mon–Fri 7 AM – 11 PM · Sat 8 AM – 11 PM · Sun 8 AM – 9 PM
Membership: Waitlist (estimated 5+ years). Full Voting and Associate (18–29) available.
Phone: (416) 921-2159 · thebandr.com
The Boulevard Club (Lakeside)
PRIVATE CLUBFive courts with Sprung shock-absorbing floors, rubberized international-standard surfaces, 32-foot ceilings, climate control, and dedicated badminton lighting. Year-round programming with nationally certified coaches and Badminton Ontario sanctioned events.
Address: 1491 Lake Shore Blvd W, Toronto, ON M6K 3C2
Membership: From $31,000 lifetime + $356/month dues (covers all athletics, dining, social, facilities)
Phone: (416) 532-3341 · boulevardclub.com
Granite Club (North York)
PRIVATE CLUBPrivate family club with 4 spacious courts, adult and junior competitive programs. Affiliated with the TDBA.
Address: 2350 Bayview Ave, North York, ON M2L 1E4
Hours: Daily 6 AM – 10 PM
Contact: badminton@graniteclub.com · (416) 449-8713 · graniteclub.com
Free and Low-Cost Drop-In Badminton in Toronto
Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre — TPASC (Scarborough)
DROP-IN / COMMUNITYBuilt for the 2015 Pan Am Games. Multiple drop-in badminton sessions weekly. Older-adult sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays are free for City of Toronto residents.
| Program | When | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Drop-In (Older Adult) | Tue 10 AM – 12 PM · Wed 9 – 10:30 AM | Free (Toronto residents) |
| All Access (17+) | Multiple sessions daily — see tpasc.ca | Included with membership |
Address: 875 Morningside Ave, Toronto, ON M1C 0C7
Membership: Adult $56/month · Senior (65+) $50/month · Young Adult (15–21) $46/month · Free 1-week trial
Capacity: 16 players per session (12 advance + 4 walk-ins)
Website: tpasc.ca
City of Toronto Community Centres
DROP-IN / COMMUNITYDrop-in badminton runs at community centres across the city. The City of Toronto's current drop-in sport fees list $4.39 for adults and $2.20 for older adults, with no fee for child and youth sports drop-ins. Session times, age groups, and free adult sessions vary by location, so check the live map before going.
Schedules change each season. Use the City of Toronto Drop-in Sports Map to find sessions near you.
Meetup Groups
DROP-IN / COMMUNITYThe fastest way to get on a court if you're new to Toronto or don't have a regular group.
| Group | When | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| CA Badminton Meetup (2,763 members) | Wed 8:30 PM, Sat 9:30 AM, Sun 9 AM | $10–$13/session |
| Toronto-GTA Badminton Meetup | Sat & Sun mornings | $10/session (cash) |
Bring your own racquet and indoor gym shoes. RSVP early — popular sessions fill up days in advance.
University Badminton in Toronto
University of Toronto — Athletic Centre
UNIVERSITYDrop-in in the Upper Gym. Students and Sport & Rec members play free. Book online up to 1 day ahead — racquet and shuttlecock rental $2.
Hours (Winter 2026): Mon–Fri 7 AM – 10:50 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM – 4:50 PM
Booking: recreation.utoronto.ca
Club: U of T Badminton Club — $58–$153 for priority access
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
UNIVERSITYRec badminton club plays twice weekly in RAC and Kerr Hall Lower gyms, all skill levels. Drop-in Fridays 9:30 AM – 12 PM in Kerr Hall Upper Gym. Up to 9 courts (37-foot ceilings, hardwood floors).
Website: torontomu.ca/recreation
York University
UNIVERSITYYork Badminton Club meets at Tait McKenzie Building: West Field House (Mon & Thu 1–4 PM) and Upper Gym (Fri 1:30–4:30 PM). Rackets and nylon shuttles provided. Open to students, alumni, and faculty.
Website: York University Badminton Club
George Brown College
UNIVERSITYTDBA-affiliated community badminton club welcoming varsity athletes and community members. Uses feather shuttles. Contact the George Brown athletics department for schedule and membership details.
Badminton Courts in Markham, Mississauga, and the GTA
Several high-capacity badminton facilities sit 20–30 minutes outside downtown, giving groups more court inventory and different price points than central Toronto.
Mandarin Badminton Club (Markham)
COURT RENTAL6 full-size international-standard courts, open 7 days a week until midnight on weekdays. Adult and junior competitive programs affiliated with Badminton Ontario.
Address: 500 Esna Park Dr, Unit 8, Markham, ON L3R 1H5
Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM – 12 AM · Sat–Sun 10 AM – 9 PM
Phone: (905) 940-0600 · mandarinbadminton.com
Lee's Badminton Professional Training Centre (Markham & Mississauga)
COURT RENTALRunning 30+ years. Produced Olympic medallist and world top-10 player Michelle Li. Two GTA locations with team training, private coaching, group lessons, and drop-in memberships.
Markham: Unit 3, 80 Centurian Dr, Markham, ON L3R 8C1 · (905) 940-0703
Mississauga: Unit 1, 6597 Kitimat Rd, Mississauga · (905) 819-8018
Website: leesbadminton.ca
APlus Sports Center (Mississauga)
COURT RENTALLarge Mississauga badminton facility with 14 professional courts and an on-site pro shop. Court rentals and drop-in are posted with tax included; bring proper badminton shoes and your own shuttles for rentals.
| Time slot | Court rental | Drop-in |
|---|---|---|
| Weekdays 10:30 AM – 4 PM | $26/hr | $7/person |
| Weekdays 4 – 9 PM | $36/hr | — |
| Weekdays 9 PM – midnight | $26/hr | $12/person |
| Weekends 9 AM – noon | $31/hr | $12/person |
| Weekends noon – 9 PM | $39/hr | $12/person |
Address: Unit 1100, Suite B, 2225 Erin Mills Pkwy, Mississauga, ON L5K 1T9
Hours: Mon–Fri 10:30 AM – midnight · weekends/holidays 9 AM – midnight · Monthly drop-in pass: $78/person
Website: aplussportclub.com
Badminton Tournaments in Toronto and the GTA
The TDBA and Badminton Ontario host tournaments and coaching events year-round across junior, senior, masters, and open categories. Always use the live calendar for registration dates because early-2026 events have already passed.
| Event | When | Where |
|---|---|---|
| YONEX Canada Open 2026 | June 30–July 5, 2026 | Markham Pan Am Centre |
| Badminton Ontario calendar | Live monthly listings | Ontario venues; June 2026 list includes coaching clinics in Brantford |
| TDBA / club events | Seasonal | Check TDBA affiliation and club notices |
TDBA affiliation season runs September 1 to August 31. Club affiliation may be required for TDBA events. Full calendar: badmintonontario.ca/competitions. Canada Open details: yonexcanadaopen.ca.
How to Choose Where to Play
| If You Want | Start With | Check Before You Go |
|---|---|---|
| A guaranteed court | Epic Sports, La Liga, VA Badminton, APlus, Mandarin, or Lee's | Peak pricing, court length, group size, and non-marking shoe rules |
| Low-cost drop-in | City community centres, TPASC, student courts, or Meetup groups | Session age limits, RSVP windows, payment method, and whether shuttles are provided |
| Regular weekly play | Ace, Leaside, Parkwoods, Thornlea, B&R, or other club listings | Season dates, skill level, guest policy, waitlist status, and club affiliation rules |
- Confirm schedules the same week you plan to play; city and club sessions change by season.
- Bring clean indoor or non-marking court shoes unless the listing clearly says otherwise.
- For drop-ins, ask whether rackets and shuttlecocks are included before arriving.
What to Bring to Your First Session
| Item | Need It? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-marking court shoes | Required | Required at Epic Sports, APlus, Lee's. Community centres accept clean indoor shoes. |
| Badminton racquet | Recommended | VA Badminton and U of T rent rackets. York provides loaners. Most clubs expect BYOB (bring your own bat). |
| Shuttlecocks | Depends | Community centres may provide nylon shuttles. Private court rentals usually expect you to bring your own or buy on-site. |
| Payment | Check ahead | Payment rules vary: some clubs use e-transfer or cash, while private facilities often accept cards or online booking. Check the booking page before you go. |
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About this guide: Maintained by Badminton House. Sources: TDBA "Where to Play" directory, Badminton Ontario, City of Toronto Drop-in Sports Map, individual venue websites, and Meetup group pages. All details verified as of June 2026. Have an update? Email info@badmintonhouse.ca.
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