We have a few spots available for this 2025/2026 season

Grade 7 - 12: Wednesday 8 pm to 10 pm

Grade 5 - 8: Friday 6 pm to 8 pm

Grades 9 -12: Friday 8 pm - 10 pm

Club Philosophy

Since 1983, the objective of the EJBC is to teach young badminton players the fundamental strokes and necessary footwork in order to play and enjoy badminton for life; to know the rules, scoring and etiquette of the sport and to understand the basic tactics of singles and doubles play and to have an enjoyable experience. 

​We also encourage tournament play and provide coaching and support to club members committed to competing.

HOUSE LEAGUE

Wedneday

> Grade 7 - 12 | time 8pm to 10pm

> Approximately 32 sessions are offered, 2 hours in duration, led by Certified International Coach 

> Weekly ladder

> In-house Doubles and Singles Ladder & Tournaments 

OR

Fridays

> Juniors Grade 5 to 8 | time 6pm to 7:45pm 

> Seniors Grade 9 - 12 | time 8pm to 10pm

> Approximately 32 sessions are offered, each 2 hours in duration, led by a Certified International Coach 

> Weekly ladder

> In house Doubles and Singles Ladder & Tournaments 

HIGH PERFORMANCE

Wednesday

> By invitation

> Grade 5 to 12 | time 6 pm to 8pm

> Approximately 32 sessions are offered, each 2 hours in duration, led by a Certified International Coach ​

LOCATION

Martingrove Collegiate Institute

50 Winterton Dr  Toronto, ON M9B 3G7

Each session is comprised of a warm-up and technical training that will constitute 60 minutes.  This is followed by match play in a ladder format that is supplemented with coaching during play to ensure skills are being applied correctly.

Safety & Etiquette

Both on and off the court

Stretching and warm-ups

Care of racquets, shuttles and equipment

The Rules of Badminton

What they are and why

Scoring In both singles and doubles play (Rally Point)

Footwork

Four corners and back to centre!

Split step and anticipation

Leading with your racquet

Strokes

Service:                       both forehand and backhand; short, drive and high serves

Service returns:      net, drive, and dump returns

Clears:                     defensive, attacking

Drops:                         straight, x-court, diagonal, sliced, round the head

Smash:                       straight, x-court, round the head, jump, sliced

Return of smash:    block to the net, flat drive, lift

Drive:                       down the line, at an opponent or diagonally

Underhand drop:   from mid/backcourt

Dab:                            “kill” at the net, panhandle grip

Netplay:            straight, x-court, backhand, forehand

Lifts:                           forehand and backhand from the net

Backhand:                 Applies to most strokes

Basic Tactics

Attacking vs. Defensive strokes

Singles tactics:  four corners and back to centre

Accuracy, elimination of unforced errors and deception

Doubles tactics: working with your partner

Structured analysis of your game and your opponent's tactics

EQUIPMENT

The Club provides the poles, nets and shuttles that are required for badminton.  

Members are expected to provide their own racquets, protective eyewear (mandatory*), and shoes with “gum” (non-marking) soles (also mandatory).

We do offer, on loan, some racquets and protective eyewear.  These can be signed out at the front desk if you should forget to bring your own.

*Protective Eyewear is a condition of our insurance coverage

DRESS CODE

At a minimum, appropriate athletic attire is required.  The preference is for at/above-the-knee shorts/skirts and T-shirts or collared shirts.  

Members are expected to provide their own racquets, protective eyewear (mandatory*), and shoes with “gum” (non-marking) soles (also mandatory). 

Warm-up pants and tops are acceptable during the winter months when the gym is somewhat cold.  Jeans and running/walking shoes are NOT acceptable!