Guide · Last checked October 26, 2026 · By Ashish Dawar
Where to play badminton in Surrey.
Surrey gives you three ways to play badminton: City of Surrey drop-ins at ten recreation centres and schools for $8 or less, dedicated badminton centres such as Smash Champs and Surrey Badminton Club, and volunteer-run clubs in South Surrey and White Rock. Below are the session types, prices and booking rules from each venue’s own website, checked October 26, 2026. Schedules change every season, so check times before you go.
Badminton in Surrey at a glance
| Venue | Type | Who it’s for | Cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Surrey recreation centres | City drop-in | Sessions for 13+, adults 19+, youth 13–18, families, children 6–12 with an adult, and 55+ | $8.00 adult single visit; $4.00 youth; $2.50 for 70+ | Opens 72 hours ahead, online, by phone or in person |
| Smash Champs | Badminton centre | All ages and levels; some sessions for adults, youth, families or 65+ | $2.50–$5.00 per hour drop-in | Sign up for a session online |
| Surrey Badminton Club | Badminton centre | Court rentals, group and private lessons, camps | Not listed online | Email or phone for court rental |
| White Rock Badminton Club | Club | Adults 19+ | Not listed | Contact the club |
| South Surrey Badminton Society | Club | Times and ages vary | Not listed | Contact the club |
Sources are linked in each section below. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Surrey drop-in badminton
The City’s Fall 2026 gym drop-in schedule runs from September 8 to December 18, 2026, and lists badminton at these venues:
- Guildford Recreation Centre, 15105 105 Avenue: 13+, adult, youth, family, children with adult and 55+ sessions.
- South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre, 14601 20 Avenue: 13+, adult, youth, family and 55+ sessions.
- Cloverdale Recreation Centre, 6188 176 Street: 13+, adult, youth and family sessions.
- Clayton Community Centre, 7155 187A Street: 13+, adult, youth and family sessions.
- Fraser Heights Recreation Centre, 10588 160 Street: 13+, adult, youth and family sessions.
- Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre, 13458 107A Avenue (Whalley): 13+, adult and family sessions.
- Newton Recreation Centre, 13730 72 Avenue: 13+, family and 55+ sessions.
- Bridgeview Community Centre, 11475 126A Street: 13+ sessions.
- Coyote Creek Elementary (8131 156 Street) and Princess Margaret Secondary: adult evening sessions in the school gyms.
Days and times differ at every centre, so open the PDF or the City’s drop-in schedules page for your nearest one.
Who each session is for. According to the City’s sport programs page, 13+ sessions are open to anyone 13 or older at any level, adult sessions are 19+, and youth sessions are for ages 13 to 18. Family sessions are for children 6 to 18 with one or two parents playing, and children-with-adult sessions are for ages 6 to 12; both need at least four people per court, so pairs may be grouped with others. The 55+ sessions (“Seniors Services”) are for experienced players and need a Seniors Services membership. Adult and 13+ sessions are doubles with players rotating between courts.
Booking. Most drop-ins open for registration 72 hours ahead. Reserve online through Surrey activities registration, by phone at 604-501-5100 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm) or at any recreation centre. If a session is full, join the waitlist: turning up doesn’t guarantee a spot. Check in at the front desk, and arrive on time: a reserved spot is given away 10 minutes after the start. If you can’t go, withdraw so someone else can play.
Prices. The fall 2026 schedule lists a single drop-in visit at $8.00 for adults 19–59, $4.00 for youth 13–18 and children, $6.00 for students and seniors 60–69, and $2.50 for 70+. A 10-visit pass costs $72.00 for adults, and the City’s Recreation Pass (from $81.75 a month for adults) covers all drop-ins at its pools, arenas, gyms and fitness centres.
What to bring. Your own racquet and shuttles (limited equipment may be available to borrow), proper sport shoes, and a non-breakable water bottle with a lid. No food in the gym, and no spectators.
Smash Champs
Smash Champs, at 101-9755 190 Street, is a dedicated badminton centre with a sprung floor and BWF-certified court mats, a pro shop with stringing and equipment rentals, and a fitness gym. The courts are open 10 am to 11 pm on weekdays and 8 am to 11 pm on weekends and holidays.
Its drop-in sessions are priced per hour:
- Early Bird: $2.50, all ages and levels.
- Value: $3.50; Open: $5.00, both all ages and levels.
- Family: $3.00, parents (19+) with children 18 and under.
- Youth/Student: $3.00, youth 13–18 and students 19–25 with ID.
- Senior: $3.50, 65+. Adult: $5.00, 19+ and youth 13+.
The site asks you to sign up for a session online and has a separate page to reserve a court. Session times and court rental prices aren’t printed on the pages we checked, so look at the booking page before you go.
Surrey Badminton Club
Surrey Badminton Club, at 19025 52 Avenue, is a badminton centre open 10 am to 11 pm Monday to Friday and 7 am to 11 pm on weekends. It runs group lessons (the fall 2026 term runs September 8 to December 18), private lessons and seasonal camps. For a court rental, email bookings@surreybadmintonclub.com or call (778) 776-1890; the registration page doesn’t list rental or lesson prices, so ask when you book.
Clubs in South Surrey and White Rock
Two volunteer-run clubs play in South Surrey school gyms. Their details come from their listings in the Badminton BC club directory:
- White Rock Badminton Club: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:00 to 10:00 pm, adults 19+, at Semiahmoo Trail Elementary, 3040 145A Street. Fees aren’t listed; contact the club through its Badminton BC listing.
- South Surrey Badminton Society: Saturdays and Sundays at Semiahmoo Secondary and Grandview Heights Secondary, with times and ages that vary by location. See southsurreybadmintonsociety.com or email southsurreybmt@gmail.com.
Can you rent a badminton court by the hour?
Yes, at the private centres. City of Surrey drop-ins are booked per person, but Surrey Badminton Club takes court rentals by email or phone, and Smash Champs has an online court reservation page. Neither lists a rental price online. If you’re in east Abbotsford or Langley, our Abbotsford guide covers gym rentals and the nearest single-court rental at Timms Community Centre.
New to the game?
Most drop-ins play doubles. Before your first session, read our beginner’s guide to how badminton is played and scored and the doubles rules, so you know where to stand and when to serve.
Ready for a tournament? Shuttle Storm ’26
Once you’re playing regularly, a club tournament is a good next step. Shuttle Storm ’26 is on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 9:30 am to 5 pm at the UFV Athletic Centre North Gym, 1395 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford. There are ten categories for ages 13 to 50+. Entry is $40 per player per category for adults and $30 for youth and UFV students. Entries close Wednesday, November 18, at 11:59 pm. Register here, read the tournament FAQ, or see other badminton tournaments in the Lower Mainland.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I play drop-in badminton in Surrey?
The City of Surrey runs badminton drop-ins at ten recreation centres and schools, including Guildford, Newton, Cloverdale, Clayton, Fraser Heights, Chuck Bailey, Bridgeview and South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre. Smash Champs at 9755 190 Street runs drop-in sessions priced by the hour. Check each venue’s own schedule before you go.
How much does drop-in badminton cost in Surrey?
A single City of Surrey drop-in visit costs $8.00 for adults 19 to 59, $4.00 for youth 13 to 18, $6.00 for students and seniors 60 to 69, and $2.50 for 70+ (fall 2026). Smash Champs charges by the hour, from $2.50 for early-bird sessions to $5.00 for adult and open sessions.
Do I need to book a City of Surrey badminton drop-in?
Yes, it’s best to. Most City of Surrey drop-ins open for registration 72 hours ahead, online, by phone at 604-501-5100 or at any recreation centre. Turning up doesn’t guarantee a spot, and a reserved spot is given to the waitlist if you are more than 10 minutes late.
Can I rent a badminton court by the hour in Surrey?
Yes, at the private badminton centres. Surrey Badminton Club (19025 52 Avenue) takes court rentals by email or phone, and Smash Champs (9755 190 Street) has an online court reservation page. Neither lists its rental price online, so ask when you book.