How To Play With Us

 

IMPORTANT

  1. Please register to play on the Sessions page to attend and join our group on Facebook for other updates.

  2. You can be a visitor and pay your $18 fee per visit through the booking page or pay your MEMBERSHIP here.

  3. Show up at Auckland Badminton Hall, 99 Gillies Ave 10 minutes prior so we can set you up in the system.

  4. Once in the system, the games will be automatically made every 15 minutes and play with new people each time.

  5. The first 15 minutes is a warm-up so jump on any court with anyone and have a hit.

  6. Every 15 minutes, a bell will be rung and games will finish. Head back to the main area to see the court you are on for the next game. If you aren’t on the screen then you have a game off.

 

1. When are the club days?

We play on Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoon.

2. Where do you play and how do I find you?
We play in the Auckland Badminton Hall at 99 Gillies Avenue, Newmarket (Epsom). Come inside the badminton hall and look for us at the Ground Control area by Court 1. The Committee member on duty will be at the computer at the desk, note if you arrive late they might be playing at the time but will return every 15 minutes.
 
3. How much is it?
The cost is $18 for Thursday nights or Sunday sessions for visitors. There is Full-Year and Half-Year Memberships that cover all your sessions for $500 or $300.
  
4. Do you provide shuttlecocks?
Yes, we use feather shuttles.
 
5. What do I need to bring?
We have a few racquets to lend but please bring your indoor shoes, a bottle of water and perhaps a towel. There are showers in the changing room upstairs so you are welcome to bring a change of clothes with you. Please note that it is important that you wear proper non-marking shoes as they will protect you from injuries. 

6. How do you organize who is playing with whom?
Each game is about 15 mins long and we use badminton court placement computer program that will randomly put 4 people on a court of a few around your level, then sometimes a mixed game with higher or lower level.


7. Are there many female players in your group?
There are a few regular female players at present, and we would love to have more women in the group.


8. Can I bring a friend?
Yes, the more the merrier. 

9. I don't know the scoring system, can I still play?
Yes, you can learn the badminton scoring system while playing with other people in the club. You may also want to have a read online first.

10. How do I register my attendance?
Registration is through our website in the Sessions tab. All our social events are also posted here or also on the Facebook group.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/145225872345472

 

Note; Below button is only for if you show up to club play after registration has closed.