Thursday. Melton Mowbray Old Grammarians Badminton Club is the oldest established Badminton Club in the area, welcoming players of all ages and abilities to join their club nights. The club nights are held on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Long Field Academy in Melton from 8pm to 10pm. Matches, on the other hand, are scheduled on Thursday nights at the same venue.
The club is proud to offer a friendly and welcoming atmosphere where players can enjoy the sport and socialise with fellow badminton enthusiasts. In addition to the club nights, the club also offers coaching for juniors and intermediates on Monday nights at Long Field. Junior coaching starts at 6pm and ends at 7pm, while intermediate coaching takes place from 7pm to 8pm. The coaching sessions begin in early October.
Melton Mowbray Old Grammarians Badminton Club uses feather shuttles for both club nights and matches, ensuring a high-quality playing experience for all members. The sport of badminton offers numerous benefits, making it an ideal choice for those looking to improve their fitness, agility, and reflexes. Playing badminton helps in developing mental agility and strategic thinking as players need to anticipate their opponent's moves and plan their counter-attacks.
To become a member of the club, adults can avail of the annual membership at 110. This membership includes all club nights, shuttles, and matches, with visitors allowed six times at 5 per night. Intermediate membership is available for individuals up to 18 years old or in full-time education at 55 per year. Juniors under 18 years old can participate for 3.
50 per week or 24 per term (8 weeks) if paid online.
Melton Mowbray Old Grammarians Badminton Club practises and plays home matches at Long Field Academy, located at Ambleside Way, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0BN. For any inquiries or questions, interested individuals can contact the club through email at info@meltonogbc. Co. uk or by calling 07808 815 655.
The club also has a gallery showcasing their activities and welcomes interested individuals to check it out.
Overall, Melton Mowbray Old Grammarians Badminton Club provides a platform for individuals of all ages and abilities to enjoy the sport of badminton, improve their skills, and foster a sense of community among players.