Mornington Peninsula Badminton Inc. is a sports club located in Melbourne, Australia. The club offers a range of badminton programmes and coaching sessions for players of all ages and abilities. They have multiple venues where they conduct their sessions, including Frankston High School, Frankston South Recreation Centre, Somerville Recreation Centre, and Frankston South Community & Recreation Centre.
For those interested in improving their skills or learning the basics of badminton, the club provides coaching sessions at Frankston High School on Thursdays from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The coaching is available for junior players of all skill levels, and beginners are welcome. The sessions are conducted in skill level groups, ensuring that each player receives appropriate instruction. The cost for the coaching programme is $150 per school term, with a one-time registration fee of $40.
Participants are required to bring a drink bottle and non-marking runners, and the club provides free games during school holidays, a loan racquet, coaching, club polo shirt, shuttlecocks, and access to toilets.
Social badminton sessions are also available at various venues throughout the week. At Somerville Recreation Centre, players can join in on Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 9:30pm. No booking is required, and players can participate regularly or casually without any commitment. Shuttlecocks are provided, and the sessions cater to beginners, social, and intermediate level players.
The cost for adults is $12, and for those under 18 years, it is $10. Participants are required to bring a racquet, water bottle, and non-marking shoes. The club provides court space, shuttlecocks, and a loan racquet if needed.
Additionally, Mornington Peninsula Badminton Inc. offers a unique programme called “Feathered Friends” at Somerville Recreation Centre on Wednesdays from 9:30am to 12pm. This programme is specifically designed for women and aims to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all participants. The programme aligns with the #ThisGirlCan and VicHealth campaigns, promoting empowerment and health in women.
The cost and equipment requirements are the same as the social badminton sessions.
The club also hosts competitive leagues and programmes, such as the mixed competition on Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 10pm at Somerville Recreation Centre, and the Thursday Morning Ladies Competition from 9:30am to 12:30pm at Frankston South Community & Recreation Centre.
For individuals with disabilities, Mornington Peninsula Badminton Inc. offers the All Abilities Badminton programme at Somerville Recreation Centre on Tuesdays from 7:30pm to 8:30pm. This programme aims to provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of experience or ability. The club coach is available to support and mentor participants on their badminton journey.
All equipment, including sports wheelchairs, is provided, allowing participants to focus on having fun. The cost is $12 for adults and $10 for those under 18 years, and participants are required to bring a drink bottle.
Mornington Peninsula Badminton Inc. is dedicated to promoting the sport of badminton and providing opportunities for people to improve their skills, stay active, and have fun. The club has a team of qualified coaches, including Elvina Khlebnik, Matt Nelson, Ben Huggard, Brian Biju, Leo Liu, Sean Meghji, Sean Yui, Eric Noordzy, and John Blackmore.
For more information about the club, including membership, venues, and programmes, interested individuals can visit their website or contact them directly.