Badminton

About Badminton in Australia

Badminton is one of the world's fastest racquet sports, requiring sharp reflexes, agility, and excellent hand-eye coordination. It can be played socially or competitively, indoors year-round, making it ideal for the Australian climate.

Getting Started

Most leisure centres and badminton clubs offer casual court hire and beginner programs. Equipment is inexpensive — a starter racquet and a tube of shuttlecocks are all you need. Badminton Australia's club network provides competitive pathways for those looking to improve.

Badminton in Australia

Badminton clubs and social groups are active in every Australian capital city and many regional towns. The sport has a strong multicultural following, with large communities in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Find a badminton partner near you on Sports Match Maker.