Come and join the Badminton club at the University of Plymouth!

We aim to create an all-inclusive environment for all abilities, so if you've only just picked up a racket or looking for some competitive matches, everyone is welcome! Our friendly committee work on providing a relaxed and social club that gives all our members a fun and safe place to meet new people and enjoy a game of badminton. Whether you're a keen sportsman looking to join the team and get some practice in a few times a week, or just hoping to join a club, meet new friends and rock up for a social each week, the badminton club is for you!

Free Tasters 24/25:

• ​Wednesday 25th September 21:00 - 22:00
• Thursday 26th September 19:00 - 20:00

Please only attend one of these taster sessions and book your free ticket in the events section!

If you're attending trials please do not attend these free tasters as you will get to play at trials

Trial dates 24/25: (those wanting to compete in BUCS and Plymouth League)

Monday 23rd September: Join our Lounge and RSVP to the Trial you'll be attending -> https://lounge.live/lounges/efoxq36j?ic=wbjpb

• Surnames A-M: 19:00 - 20:00 
• Surnames N-Z: 20:00 - 21:00

Friday 27th September 20:00 - 22:00 (invite only)

* previous team players MUST attend at least the Friday trials but let us know if this what you're doing *

** anyone who cannot make these dates please contact us via email or DM us on Instagram **

Team info

BUCS: Men's Div 1, Ladies Div 2 

Plymouth Local League: 3 Men's teams, 1 Ladies team 

Session Times

All sessions are held at Nancy Astor Sports Hall (on campus):

• Wednesdays 21:00 - 22:00:
  • Non-members: £3.50 ( + £1 racket hire)
  • Standard members: £1.50
• Thursdays 19:00 - 20:00
  • ​Standard members: £1.50 
  • Development members: Free

* development and team members please scroll for more info on which sessions you can attend *

Note: Give-it-a-go sessions are ran via our club representative Albin on Tuesdays but are not UPBC sessions - click here for more details

Memberships:

Standard membership - £15 per annum

• Wednesday 21:00 - 22:00: £1.50
• Thursday 19:00 - 20:00: £1.50
• Facilities and equipment provided
• Cheaper session fees with free racket hire
• Student coaching available on Thursdays
• Can play up into teams for matches if needed with £5 match fee
• Can purchase kit

Development membership - £80 per annum

• Wednesday 20:00 - 21:00: £1.50 ONLY attend if joining friends
• Thursday 19:00 - 20:00: Free
• Thursday 20:00 - 22:00: Fitness (Main Hall)
• Friday 20:00 - 22:00: Free (home league matches OR pegboard)
• Play for our Men's C team in Plymouth local league
• Badminton England affiliation fee, Plymouth League affiliation fee, Yehlex Championship shuttles for Fridays, Transport expenses
• Opportunity to enter into Plymouth Restricted Tournament, Plymouth Open Tournament

Team membership - £150 per annum

• Monday 19:00 - 21:00: ran by external coach Rob Freer with peer-peer coaching
• Wednesdays 20:00 - 21:00: £1.50 ONLY attend if joining friends
• Thursdays 19:00 - 20:00: can attend if willing to help coach other students or joining friends not on team/development
• Thursday 20:00 - 22:00: Fitness (Main Hall)
• Friday 20:00 - 22:00: league matches OR pegboard
• BUCS fee cover, Yehlex Championship & Premiership shuttles
• Kit supplied

Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!

Last update: 28/08/24