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Dorchester Badminton Club

Serving the Dorchester community since 1979, Dorchester Badminton Club is a vibrant organisation that brings together badminton enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to promote the sport of badminton, foster a sense of community, and provide a welcoming environment for players to develop their skills and have fun.

Dorchester Badminton Club is a member-driven club that offers regular badminton sessions, coaching opportunities, and competitive events. We pride ourselves on our inclusive and friendly atmosphere, making it the perfect place for beginners to learn and experienced players to challenge themselves. We are proud to be affiliated with Badminton England, the national governing body for badminton in England.

Membership Benefits

Access to weekly club sessions

Participation in club tournaments and events

Coaching opportunities from qualified instructors

A vibrant community of fellow badminton enthusiasts

Insurance though our Badminton England affiliation

Discounted rates for court bookings and equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I attend as a visitor?

Yes, you can attend as a visitor. Our £9 New Player PAYG option is intended for new or unknown players who want to try the club. You can attend for £9 per session, up to a maximum of 6 visits. After this, the committee may invite you to become a club member.

What are the club session timings?

Club sessions are held every Friday evening from 8 PM to 10 PM at the St. Osmund's Community Sports Centre.

Do I need to be a member to attend the club sessions?

Yes, you need to be a registered member of the Dorchester Badminton Club to attend the weekly club sessions. However, we welcome non-members to join us for 6 trial sessions before deciding on membership.

How do I become a member?

To ensure our club is the right fit for you, we invite you to attend up to six club nights. This will give us the opportunity to assess your ability and suitability for our sessions. After this initial period, if everything looks like a good match, we’ll invite you to complete a new member form and set up your payment details. We look forward to seeing you on the court!

What are the membership fees?

Our 2026/27 new season runs from Friday 4 September 2026 to Friday 30 April 2027, with club night every Friday from 8pm–10pm.

This season, you have a choice of two membership options, :

Full Membership – £159

- Can play every Friday throughout the season

- Returning members receive a 5% discount in their 2nd year and 10% from their 3rd year onwards

- £8.10 per league match

- Discounts for Juniors: ⅓ off and Students: ⅚ off (if studying outside Dorset)

(To qualify as a junior member you must be under the age of 20 years and engaged in full-time education in the Dorchester area.

To qualify as a student member you must be engaged in full-time education away from the Dorchester area and only wish to attend Club evenings during vacations.)

Half-season membership is also available for £79.50 (Sept–Dec or Jan–Apr only)

10-Credit Membership – £82.50

- 10 sessions for £82.50

- Credits can be used at any Friday club night

- Credits must be used during the season and do not carry over

- £9 per league match

- Can buy another 10 credits once used

Badminton England Membership

Required for both Full and 10-Credit Membership and is additional to the prices above

Visitors fees are £8 per session. A visitor may play on 6 occasions, at this point the committee may

invite the visitor to join.

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