Adult and Junior Badminton Coaching and Courses
Badminton is a sport for all ages!
Edinburgh Leisure’s new badminton classes are designed in partnership with Badminton Scotland’s Learn to Play curriculum. This skill-based programme emphasises the technical progression of players at key stages in their development.
Our experienced coaches focus on teaching players the correct techniques and movements, ensuring age-appropriate progressions that enable steady improvement in the sport.
Ultimately, this programme offers a solid foundation and a fun, practical pathway for everyone to enjoy badminton—whether they’re beginners or aspiring to compete at higher levels.
Our Classes:
Badminton Racket Launchers (previously Stage 1)
Target age group: Primary Age
With a primary focus on fun and skills development, our Racket Launchers will enthuse participants for learning through physical movements, technique and play. Children are introduced to the FUNdamentals of Badminton. Each child is given the opportunity to work within their ability level but taught in a group environment.
Badminton Smashers (previously Stage 1)
Target age group: Secondary Age S1
Smashers are confident with boundless energy to improved and this is catered for in the lesson plans. Our classes are fast-paced and increasingly match focused, with fun still at the heart, meaning that even new starters easily pick them up.
Badminton Match Point (previously Stage 2)
Target age group: Advanced Secondary Age S2+
This is getting serious! Open to boys and girls, our Badminton Match Point class is getting closer to competition with natural player progression from our Smashers class focusing on advanced techniques and court knowledge.
Adult Social Badminton
Adult social badminton sessions are a great way to get moving, get active, play in an enjoyable environment, and meet new people and we have both social and coached sessions.
As this is a social environment, there won't be lots of rules and regulations for you to worry about. Simply come along and you can play as many or as few games as you want. There will be time to sit and chat with your fellow players as well.
But that’s not all:
• Pay as you play – no membership fees or contracts to commit to (bookable through the EL app or on the EL website)
• Guaranteed playing partners at every session
• Technique and playing tips from the facilitator
• We provide rackets and shuttles will be provided if you need them
Session Length: 60 Minutes
Target Age Group: Adults
Coached Badminton for Adults: Beginners
Classes: 60 minutes
Venues: Meadowbank Sports Centre, Gracemount Leisure Centre and Craiglockhart Leisure Centre
A coached class for adults who are just beginning to play badminton. Our coaching has a real emphasis on playing the game, building confidence and improving through experience
Our Badminton sessions are pre-book only and you must book online or via 'Social Sports' on our app. Spaces are limited so book your spot today!
Coached Badminton for Adults: Improvers
Classes: 60 minutes
Venues: Meadowbank Sports Centre, Gracemount Leisure Centre and Craiglockhart Leisure CentreA coached class of adults who have an understanding of the game, have progressed from beginner level and are aiming to improve their performance.
FAQs
Equipment
Please bring your own racquet where you can. We will have a limited number of racquets available for emergency use.
When can children start Badminton?
Our Badminton classes are available to kids aged 5 years and over
Our Classes
These are general level classes ideal for those who want to play badminton and who are currently just beginning to play badminton. Our badminton coaching has a real emphasis on playing the game and improving through experience.