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rpgazder
07-28-2004, 08:16 AM
Hello,
I've been in Dubai for a year, and till now I can't find a decent indoor court to play on; or a partner to play with. It looks like baddy is very unpopular in Dubai... there are tennis and squash courts everywhere... Does anyone know any good club or any good indoor court in Dubai or Sharjah?
Please don't suggest Indian Sports Club, they're wayyyyyy too expensive (US$ 4,500 just to join for the first year, and an additional US$ 500 annually)
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG
Alpha
08-16-2004, 11:01 PM
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG
Hello, I'm in Dubaï for 5 months.
I have found the Dubaï Country Club, less expensive than the other one (1000Dhs for 3 months). But I didn't see the courts.
A retailler of Badminton articles advises me also the Emirates English Speaking School.
bogzzz
08-19-2004, 06:39 AM
I've been stationed in Dubai for 4 years and till now i can't find a badminton court, and even players. Hope we can establish a badminton club and widen the sports here in Dubai. You can e-mail me directly at bogz332000@yahoo.com
I'm looking forward to play this sport...
Thanks
neoking
09-08-2004, 12:20 AM
Hi
There are a few badminton clubs here in the UAE :-
Dubai
* India Club (very expensive)
* Country Club
* Emirates English Speaking School Club (2nd Interchange)
* Dubal Badminton Club (for members or strictly by invitation only)
* Al Naboodah Badminton Club (heard they have 2 wooden courts)
* Pakistan Center Badminton Club (behind India Club)
* Al Jadeed Badminton Club (cemented floor)
* American School - they have 4 courts (I think)
* Cambridge School
* Dubai Port Badminton Club
Sharjah
* English Speaking School (2 wooden courts)
* Indian Association
* Pakistan Center
* Kaloori Badminton Club
Abu Dhabi
* India Social Center
* Pakistan Cultural Center
* Mafraq Hotel
* Malayalee Samajam
* ADCO Badminton Club
* Tourist Club
* ADNOC Badminton Club
* Water & Electricity Club
Well, I cant think of anymore ... but this sums to almost all of the badminton courts available in the Emirates.
Cheers
ukmpn
10-02-2004, 03:50 AM
Hi,
Me too am in dubai and looking forward to play badminton. Am not a very good player of badminton, but i definately love this game.. i would like to improve my skills.. so lets team up and find a place to play the game..
Umesh
Hello,
I've been in Dubai for a year, and till now I can't find a decent indoor court to play on; or a partner to play with. It looks like baddy is very unpopular in Dubai... there are tennis and squash courts everywhere... Does anyone know any good club or any good indoor court in Dubai or Sharjah?
Please don't suggest Indian Sports Club, they're wayyyyyy too expensive (US$ 4,500 just to join for the first year, and an additional US$ 500 annually)
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG
rpgazder
10-15-2004, 11:27 PM
Hi guys,
Let's meet and play sometime...
You can call me on 050-3459330
I have an extra racket too!
pinoy
11-02-2004, 12:58 AM
dyou guys meet up and play badminton? I'm lookin for a court yesterday behind spinneys warehouse at sheik zayed road coz my source told me that there's one sports centre ther. but i didnt find it. anyone knows which place we can play?
ukmpn
11-02-2004, 03:12 AM
Sure we can meet and play.. am all the more excited.... u can reach me 050-4672959. where do u stay.. am in Karama...
Hi guys,
Let's meet and play sometime...
You can call me on 050-3459330
I have an extra racket too!
pinoy
11-02-2004, 07:22 AM
Sure we can meet and play.. am all the more excited.... u can reach me 050-4672959. where do u stay.. am in Karama...
sure but where to?
roena80
07-10-2005, 05:19 AM
hello guys.
can i join you...
maybe i can play with you during weekends and whenever im in dubai.
Thanks
Roena
dyou guys meet up and play badminton? I'm lookin for a court yesterday behind spinneys warehouse at sheik zayed road coz my source told me that there's one sports centre ther. but i didnt find it. anyone knows which place we can play?
investronica77
07-14-2005, 03:36 AM
Hi Guys,
I have gone through the list of badminton clubs provided in Dubai, however, I haven't been able to get the numbers of the same. I am really passionate about the sport even though I haven't played for a few years. If any of u guys know of a good place where we can team up and play, it would be great! U can contact me on 050-4440265
Cheers
Amit
hello guys.
can i join you...
maybe i can play with you during weekends and whenever im in dubai.
Thanks
Roena
neoking
07-14-2005, 06:16 AM
Hi Amit
Try 050-6468586 - Jalal - he co-ordinates for Emirates English Speaking School courts at the 2nd Interchange, Dubai.
We play from Saturdays to Wednesdays from 2000 hrs onwards.
Thanks.
jjjalal
08-05-2005, 03:08 AM
hai
its a great happiness to know that there are badminton enthusiast like you looking for a place to play badminton in dubai.
we,Emirates club which is in the 2nd interchange in sh.zayed road(opp.safa park),facilitated with two indoor a/c courts inside emirates english speaking school.
we play more than 15 years here and we have international players from england,pak,india,iran,indonesia,philipines etc to average players as members.
we play from saturday to wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm..
we entertain players initially as guests ..dhs.15/- per session(inclusive of shuttle cocks)
once we feel to provide membership, we charge a reg..fee as 300/- and
monthly subscription is 175/-..only.
we are also part of the millennium club in uae..
for further details,pls do visit us in www.millenniumbadminton.com (http://www.millenniumbadminton.com/)
feel free to contact us
together we grow
jj jalal
gen.secretary
0097150 646 85 86
jjjalal@hotmail.com
jjjalal
08-05-2005, 03:18 AM
hai
its a great happiness to know that there are badminton enthusiast like you looking for a place to play badminton in dubai.
we,Emirates club which is in the 2nd interchange in sh.zayed road(opp.safa park),facilitated with two indoor a/c courts inside emirates english speaking school.
we play more than 15 years here and we have international players from england,pak,india,iran,indonesia,philipines etc to average players as members.
we play from saturday to wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm..
we entertain players initially as guests ..dhs.15/- per session(inclusive of shuttle cocks)
once we feel to provide membership, we charge a reg..fee as 300/- and
monthly subscription is 175/-..only.
we are also part of the millennium club in uae..
for further details,pls do visit us in www.millenniumbadminton.com (http://www.millenniumbadminton.com/)
feel free to contact us
together we grow
jj jalal
gen.secretary
0097150 646 85 86
jjjalal@hotmail.com
shiva
08-06-2005, 11:26 PM
so you have already registered here....hhhhhhhhhaaaaaaaaaaa !!!!!:rolleyes:
hai
its a great happiness to know that there are badminton enthusiast like you looking for a place to play badminton in dubai.
we,Emirates club which is in the 2nd interchange in sh.zayed road(opp.safa park),facilitated with two indoor a/c courts inside emirates english speaking school.
we play more than 15 years here and we have international players from england,pak,india,iran,indonesia,philipines etc to average players as members.
we play from saturday to wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm..
we entertain players initially as guests ..dhs.15/- per session(inclusive of shuttle cocks)
once we feel to provide membership, we charge a reg..fee as 300/- and
monthly subscription is 175/-..only.
we are also part of the millennium club in uae..
for further details,pls do visit us in www.millenniumbadminton.com (http://www.millenniumbadminton.com/)
feel free to contact us
together we grow
jj jalal
gen.secretary
0097150 646 85 86
jjjalal@hotmail.com
shiva
08-06-2005, 11:28 PM
so ...you have already registered here, I just wanted to tell you how to do it !!!:cool:
hai
its a great happiness to know that there are badminton enthusiast like you looking for a place to play badminton in dubai.
we,Emirates club which is in the 2nd interchange in sh.zayed road(opp.safa park),facilitated with two indoor a/c courts inside emirates english speaking school.
we play more than 15 years here and we have international players from england,pak,india,iran,indonesia,philipines etc to average players as members.
we play from saturday to wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm..
we entertain players initially as guests ..dhs.15/- per session(inclusive of shuttle cocks)
once we feel to provide membership, we charge a reg..fee as 300/- and
monthly subscription is 175/-..only.
we are also part of the millennium club in uae..
for further details,pls do visit us in www.millenniumbadminton.com (http://www.millenniumbadminton.com/)
feel free to contact us
together we grow
jj jalal
gen.secretary
0097150 646 85 86
jjjalal@hotmail.com
Franz23
10-09-2005, 12:35 AM
dyou guys meet up and play badminton? I'm lookin for a court yesterday behind spinneys warehouse at sheik zayed road coz my source told me that there's one sports centre ther. but i didnt find it. anyone knows which place we can play?
Well I'm so happy that there are some Filipinos who are interested on Playing Badminton. Kindly give me a reply so we can play quite sometimes.
leslie_lopena
10-17-2005, 05:24 AM
:D i've been staying for 2mos here in dubai.. its quite dissapointing that badminton is not popular here in Dubai.. im an enthusiast player. im trying to look for a place to play....;)
Hello,
I've been in Dubai for a year, and till now I can't find a decent indoor court to play on; or a partner to play with. It looks like baddy is very unpopular in Dubai... there are tennis and squash courts everywhere... Does anyone know any good club or any good indoor court in Dubai or Sharjah?
Please don't suggest Indian Sports Club, they're wayyyyyy too expensive (US$ 4,500 just to join for the first year, and an additional US$ 500 annually)
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG
leslie_lopena
10-17-2005, 05:32 AM
im also a badminton enthusiast! any place here in dubai where we can play? i really missed playing the sport of my life!!:crying:
jjjalal
10-17-2005, 03:34 PM
Dear Leslie,
Please try to contact the following numbers, we have some places which you also can join us to play.
050 6468586 JJ
0503545170 Shiva
looking forward to hear from you soon.
Regards
Shiva
im also a badminton enthusiast! any place here in dubai where we can play? i really missed playing the sport of my life!!:crying:
Franz23
10-19-2005, 01:07 AM
im also a badminton enthusiast! any place here in dubai where we can play? i really missed playing the sport of my life!!:crying:
:) Hi Leslie Lopena
I'am Francis, I'm also a Badminton enthusiast like u, just want to know if ur
Filipino (just asking?) Thanks. Looking forward for ur soon reply.
tippu_kumar
10-21-2005, 11:13 AM
Friends,
any such badminton clubs in Deira Area?.. I'm living in Naif road.
Thanks in advance
Kumar R
hai
its a great happiness to know that there are badminton enthusiast like you looking for a place to play badminton in dubai.
we,Emirates club which is in the 2nd interchange in sh.zayed road(opp.safa park),facilitated with two indoor a/c courts inside emirates english speaking school.
we play more than 15 years here and we have international players from england,pak,india,iran,indonesia,philipines etc to average players as members.
we play from saturday to wednesday from 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm..
we entertain players initially as guests ..dhs.15/- per session(inclusive of shuttle cocks)
once we feel to provide membership, we charge a reg..fee as 300/- and
monthly subscription is 175/-..only.
we are also part of the millennium club in uae..
for further details,pls do visit us in www.millenniumbadminton.com (http://www.millenniumbadminton.com/)
feel free to contact us
together we grow
jj jalal
gen.secretary
0097150 646 85 86
jjjalal@hotmail.com
remdman
10-23-2005, 05:17 AM
Hi! I'm also a badminton enthusiast can i join u? I'd been here in dubai 4 almost 2 years and im living in satwa.
Dear Leslie,
Please try to contact the following numbers, we have some places which you also can join us to play.
050 6468586 JJ
0503545170 Shiva
looking forward to hear from you soon.
Regards
Shiva
tippu_kumar
10-25-2005, 06:27 AM
JJ/Shiva,
I've checked Millenium Club site and found Al Jedeed Badminton Club is located near DNATA office.
Is it DNATA HQ at Clock tower ?
pls confirm
Friends,
any such badminton clubs in Deira Area?.. I'm living in Naif road.
Thanks in advance
Kumar R
neoking
10-25-2005, 06:41 AM
hi tippu_kumar
al jadeed club has been closed down ... i suggest you call Jalal and come over to the EESC at 2nd interchange.
cheers.
dxdas
12-13-2005, 04:55 AM
Hello , try etisalat academy for a large sports club which has all the facilty along
with a decent badminton court. Try link www.eacademy.co.ae/
I've been in Dubai for a year, and till now I can't find a decent indoor court to play on; or a partner to play with. It looks like baddy is very unpopular in Dubai... there are tennis and squash courts everywhere... Does anyone know any good club or any good indoor court in Dubai or Sharjah?
Please don't suggest Indian Sports Club, they're wayyyyyy too expensive (US$ 4,500 just to join for the first year, and an additional US$ 500 annually)
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG[/QUOTE]
eblwizard
12-13-2005, 06:06 AM
dear RPG....
greetings in peace!!!
its nice hear from you...
anyway, im fond of playing badminton...
im also looking for a partner in playing badminton...
i hope we could met someday and get together to play on...
take care and thanks...
ebl...
eblwizard
12-13-2005, 06:10 AM
dear bogs....
greetings in peace!!!
its nice hear from you...
anyway, im fond of playing badminton...
im also looking for a partner in playing badminton...
i hope we could met someday and get together to play on...
take care and thanks...
ebl...
remdman
12-13-2005, 10:01 PM
Hello,
I am looking also for a partner. Maybe we could meet someday and we can play on together.:) Id been here in dubai for almost 2 years.
Hello , try etisalat academy for a large sports club which has all the facilty along
with a decent badminton court. Try link www.eacademy.co.ae/
I've been in Dubai for a year, and till now I can't find a decent indoor court to play on; or a partner to play with. It looks like baddy is very unpopular in Dubai... there are tennis and squash courts everywhere... Does anyone know any good club or any good indoor court in Dubai or Sharjah?
Please don't suggest Indian Sports Club, they're wayyyyyy too expensive (US$ 4,500 just to join for the first year, and an additional US$ 500 annually)
I'm also looking for enthisiastic players to team with or play with... this game is very unpopular here so I haven't really found anyone.
RPG[/QUOTE]
eblwizard
12-13-2005, 10:16 PM
:) dear remdman,
greetings in peace!!!
thank you for your kind reply...
im almost also two years in UAE...
im a player of badminton, volleyball and bowling in our country, philippines...
thats why im looking a friend that fond also in playing like me...
just yesterday when i browse the website of badmintoncentral discussion....
i read what inside the website.....to make the long story into short...i sent message to you...
im hoping we could met soon, talking and discussing badminton matters...
everything...
im into sports and a nature's lovers...
May God Bless You...:cool:
remdman
12-13-2005, 11:39 PM
R u pinoy or pinay? Do u have an email ad?
I am hoping also that we could meet soon.
My best regards,
rem
:) dear remdman,
greetings in peace!!!
thank you for your kind reply...
im almost also two years in UAE...
im a player of badminton, volleyball and bowling in our country, philippines...
thats why im looking a friend that fond also in playing like me...
just yesterday when i browse the website of badmintoncentral discussion....
i read what inside the website.....to make the long story into short...i sent message to you...
im hoping we could met soon, talking and discussing badminton matters...
everything...
im into sports and a nature's lovers...
May God Bless You...:cool:
s1nn3r
12-13-2005, 11:43 PM
y0! your guys got any jobs to offer in dubai. I am in malaysia now, hope to work in dubai! :D
remdman
12-14-2005, 01:15 AM
Hi S1nn3r,
Y don't u come over and look for a job. It is easy to look for a job here. I'd been here for almost 2 years and i came here 4 a visit visa.
I hope u r also a fond of badminton.
BEst regards,
rem:)
y0! your guys got any jobs to offer in dubai. I am in malaysia now, hope to work in dubai! :D
s1nn3r
12-14-2005, 02:13 AM
I have been to dubai for one day during my stopover to UK. I was amaze by their construction. Really wish to work in Dubai, but is kind of risky, knowing nothing and just go over there to start??? :crying:
remdman
12-14-2005, 02:18 AM
Yes it's understood... but that is what i did. I came here knowing nothing. Maybe i can help u if u r really interested. Do you have email ad?:confused:
I have been to dubai for one day during my stopover to UK. I was amaze by their construction. Really wish to work in Dubai, but is kind of risky, knowing nothing and just go over there to start??? :crying:
s1nn3r
12-14-2005, 03:01 AM
lailuen@hotmail.com
msn also same address.. :D
remdman
12-14-2005, 03:29 AM
Thank you. I'll add u.
lailuen@hotmail.com
msn also same address.. :D
eblwizard
12-14-2005, 10:18 PM
madayaw!!!
greetings in peace!!!
hi:) ...
im pinoy from island mindanao, city of tagum, philippines....u?
u can email me at.... awardingprogram@yahoo.com
its a pleasure to met you...
hope we could play badminton together...
anyway, sometimes i visit jumierah open beach...
i think that place is so near to your location, isn't it?
merry xmas & happy new year...
thanks and take care...
regards......
remdman
12-14-2005, 11:33 PM
Merry Christmas and happy new year
It's nice to meet you too:o !
Yes my place is very near in jumeira open beach hotel. Sometimes i go there with my friends and walking. You can contact me on this # 050-3406362.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year too!!!!!!!!!!
regards:p
madayaw!!!
greetings in peace!!!
hi:) ...
im pinoy from island mindanao, city of tagum, philippines....u?
u can email me at.... awardingprogram@yahoo.com
its a pleasure to met you...
hope we could play badminton together...
anyway, sometimes i visit jumierah open beach...
i think that place is so near to your location, isn't it?
merry xmas & happy new year...
thanks and take care...
regards......
jjjalal
01-13-2006, 03:32 PM
hai fellas
wishing you all the badminton players a happy and healthier new year
looking backward for the last year i wish to share some badminton facts,
we have been trying to help and coordinate any players who where interating with us in uae and try position them in one of our facilities
we hope the following are enjoying badminton now
1)merlyn parker from scotland
2)jack from malaysia
3)urvasi from england
4)iftihar,shaji,ismail(india)
5)fajer & his friends(indonesia)
and many more in line..
no bar in caste,colour,creed & religion ..
our end goal is to interact and play some good badminton,,,,caring,less formalities & in affordable prices and fun.. b+
hey! guys & girls ,,,interact with us or pick up the fone and
dial mobile= 050 646 85 86(jj jalal)
0503545170 (shiva baghali)
0507949478(babu rajendran)...a call away
note:we got the chance to play with two international players this year
Mr.Gary from canada & aisha from pakistan who visited us..excellant badminton
we were even blessed to meet/be with Mr.venugopal(Ibf secretary.. in kaulalumpur, malaysia..)who has extended all the support in badminton to us.
good news: we are planning to conduct
the first uae ranking tournament soon for the mens doubles and mixed doubles catagory .
we look forward for an active participation from you all
thanks to all the support extended by the players/clubs and especially a bigggg................
thanks to badminton central website which is the prime source of communication
so we look forward for more players & games in the future
together we are stronger
with best wishes
jj jalal
gen secretary
emirates badminton club
dubai,uae
fearless_f_0223
02-06-2006, 02:04 AM
hi... badminton fanatics!
how i wish, someone would invite me here in dubai to play... been here for months... and im having a hard time to get a covered court.
im a filipina... and i used to play and join tournaments in the philippines... hope i can join playing... please contact me at 971506926182... ( im living here in bur dubai - old pakistani consulate, opposite OASIS Court Hotel Apartments)
Play On, guys!
spooky3369
02-26-2006, 07:25 AM
hi! i've been here in dubai for about 6months now and i am looking for a place where i could play badminton (indoor courts) i'm from the philippines and i was hoping there are filipinos here who plays badminton.
STony
03-05-2006, 09:16 AM
Hi,
If you find an indoor court in Dubai please let me know. Am from Canada & I know a felipina lady looking for an indoor court as well.
Thanks,
dxdas
03-05-2006, 08:43 PM
Hi,
If you find an indoor court in Dubai please let me know. Am from Canada & I know a felipina lady looking for an indoor court as well.
Thanks,
Try Etisalat Academy Tel: 04-2043491- Thanks D.DAS 050-4539824
dxdas
03-12-2006, 04:32 AM
hi! i've been here in dubai for about 6months now and i am looking for a place where i could play badminton (indoor courts) i'm from the philippines and i was hoping there are filipinos here who plays badminton.
Try Etisalat Academy for a decent badminton court.
Call them at 04- 2043491. They have other games too.
Thanks D.DAS
050-4539824
dxdas
03-12-2006, 04:33 AM
Hi,
If you find an indoor court in Dubai please let me know. Am from Canada & I know a felipina lady looking for an indoor court as well.
Thanks,
Try Etisalat Academy for a decent badminton court.
Call them at 04- 2043491. They have other games too.
Thanks D.DAS
050-4539824>>>>>>>>>> Did we meet earlier???
dxdas
03-12-2006, 04:35 AM
Hello, I'm in Dubaï for 5 months.
I have found the Dubaï Country Club, less expensive than the other one (1000Dhs for 3 months). But I didn't see the courts.
A retailler of Badminton articles advises me also the Emirates English Speaking School.
Try Etisalat Academy for a decent badminton court.
Call them at 04- 2043491. They have other games too.
Thanks D.DAS
050-4539824
dxdas
03-12-2006, 04:37 AM
hi... badminton fanatics!
how i wish, someone would invite me here in dubai to play... been here for months... and im having a hard time to get a covered court.
im a filipina... and i used to play and join tournaments in the philippines... hope i can join playing... please contact me at 971506926182... ( im living here in bur dubai - old pakistani consulate, opposite OASIS Court Hotel Apartments)
Play On, guys!
Hello Fearless ( I know your name) - are we planning to play on Monday 13 march? Sorry I was in Oman during the weekends and could'nt responed to your SMS. Try bringing in more friends.
Thanks D.DAS
050-4539824
mpower27
03-19-2006, 09:58 AM
hi there...been looking for a filipino who knows more of the place to go when it comes to badminton. me and my friends are interested to ply here in dubai we have been looking for ages for a decent indoor badminton court but it only comes out at either too expensive or too far. we are all on the side of sheikh zayed rd. is Etiselat academy far from where were staying? do u guys play in groups? do u have regular sched in playing? hope to hear from you soon. thank you and God Bless!!!
h
Try Etisalat Academy for a decent badminton court.
Call them at 04- 2043491. They have other games too.
Thanks D.DAS
050-4539824
EESS_safapark
04-13-2006, 11:46 PM
Jalal has been shown the exit door for misappropriating members monthly subscription and he is no more involved in running the Safa Park indoor sports facelity.All new aspiring to be members please contact Mr Thomas or Sunil on 0507949601.
Thanks for your co-operation
EESS members
Franz23
04-18-2006, 12:17 AM
Hi there to my fellow Kabayan's, I'm Francis of the Philippines I used to play Badminton here in Dubai at the Emirates English Speaking School in Sheik Zayed Road near Safa Park. It's nice there and their open to everybody as they have said.
I would be happy if I could have some friends to visit the place. Please reach my on my mobile number at 050-419-90-28. I'm so excited to meet you and looking forward to play Badminton with everybody.
Franz23
04-18-2006, 12:35 AM
I was so sad to hear that Mr. JJ Jalal is gone from EES, he so nice to me and he helps me gain my confident back to play Badminton when I was new at the Court. Anyway I'm looking forward to be back again on playing Badminton at the EES.
I met Mr. Thomas and Mr. Sunil twice. Hope they will be more accomodating as Mr. Jalal showed me. More power and I'm so excited to play once again.
Thanks,
Francis
EESS_safapark
04-19-2006, 12:45 AM
we are really disappointed to read you feel sad for Jalal's exist.We dont think you will feel sorry if some one robs you of your money and most likely you are not a saint who is trying to attain salvation .
Please dont feel sorry for act of misappropriation of funds instead post a line in support to fight against people who play with others money.
We at Emirates Safa park extend all support to players who want to play and improve their skills.Bring in your partners and you will not be disappointed.
If you face problem post a line here I shall make sure your problem is attended to on priority.
eblwizard
04-19-2006, 01:37 AM
madayaw!!!
greetings in peace!!!
nice to hear your message...in relation to badminton activity...
since i was in UAE for two years...i've been looking for a person that i could play in badminton...i was then a badminton player in my home town in philippines...which in island mindanao in davao city...
bye the way, we talked 3 times mr jallal about the badminton thru this badminton forum site...he recommended me two players...which is i met already and played with...im stayed now at abu dhabi...so the 2 persons also from abu dhabi..india and a pakistan, respectively...
mr. franz...im hoping we could met and play...to rate myself on the badminton range im not below but not also above...maybe in average level...hehehehehe....im just joking...
i sometimes played here in abu dhabi...at W&D badminton court at mina
every week-in, im in dubai...
take care and met you soon....
Franz23
04-21-2006, 01:17 AM
Mr. Madayaw,
Thanks for the reply. It's really great that there are some people like you who are interested in playing Badminton. Right now I'm here in the Philippines and I'll be back there in Dubai next week, I'll give you a call.
Hey I'm an average player as well so you don't have to worry about that hehehe. I just want to tell you that Badminton here in the Philippines is really different now, before it's like a backyard game now most of the people here are playing and there are good players as well.
Whenever I'm free hope we can play quite sometimes.
Francis
Franz23
04-21-2006, 01:20 AM
Mr. Madayaw,
Thanks for your reply. I'm so glad to know that there are some people like you who are interested in playing Badminton. Right now I'm on vacation here in the Philippines and I'll be back there in Dubai next week. I'll give you a call if I'm already there.
I'm an average player as well so you don't have to worry about me. Hope we can play quite sometimes specially on my free and your free day.
Thanks,
Francis
remdman
04-23-2006, 05:55 AM
Hi there,
I'm looking for a place to go when it comes to a badminton. I used to play a badminton. I'd been here in Dubai for almost 2 years and I'm looking for a person that i could play a badminton.
Pushpakumara
05-05-2006, 04:43 AM
CONTROL BODY OF SPORTS BADMINTON IN UAE
DEAR SIR
I AM HIGHLY QUALIFIED BAMINTON COACH I WISH TO COACH BADMINTON IN NATIONAL LEVEL OR BELOW LEVEL.
THANKS .
PUSHPAKUMARA
PL. CONTACT ME.
pushkuma77@yahoo.com
shuttlecox
05-07-2006, 04:29 AM
hey guys we can't blame UAE for not having a good badminton or court or let say an indoor badminton court since it's not popular in this country... well, i've been in dubai for almost a year na and its true, it's very unfortunate for us those who love badminton coz they dont have courts here. though other clubs has their own but it required membership fees ( it will kiss our asses back to out own countries) to expensive... but some guys told me there's a badminton court in qouz area but im not sure about it since i havent been there. anyway, india club organized the up coming UAE BADMINTON OPEN TOURNAMENT on the 10th of may.. im not sure if they still accept entries.. why dont you check out guys since you are baddicts... try to join.. juts visit www.indiaclubdubai.com (http://www.indiaclubdubai.com). you'll find entry form there and try to call the club for more infos.. thanks... have a nice day guys... keep on cockin'!!! chil!
shiva
05-07-2006, 07:23 AM
Dear Guys,
I have got some good news for you and if you are really a good player and want to play please call me on 050-3545170.
Thanks,
Shiva
shiva
05-07-2006, 10:58 PM
Dear Friend,
Please call me on my mobile No. 050-3545170 . I will help you out if you are still looking for a place to play.
cheers,
Shiva
jjjalal
05-08-2006, 09:46 AM
hai badminton enthusists
me as jalal for the past 15 yrs plus is playing badminton in this part of the world and been playing for some years in eesbc too and running the club there too,,
but its been observed by other players and myself ,the attitude & dirty mind of the so called members there are beyond human and non sportive(only a gang of people playes continuosly there) than giving chances to others and also forgetting this is a sport..not politics..
so, we as a group has moved out of this place and started to play in other places(excellant facilities & nearby)..and that too in the right way of badminton...(i too believe that the people/players who know me for years will surely agree with me & the effort i have done for badminton & the clubs in uae..)
note:the payment & dues which ever i have received /balance will be reached to the right people & not the way some wishes to take/enjoy on the money of others..
i have spend only money from my pocket for badminton than taking any penny..from others.
so other than posting false statements & twist the real scenario..the so called players in eesbc..behave/be sportive and come out of the nutshell to allow others also to play(everyone who has come there has bitten the sour lime)..
for a healthier and sportive badminton environment, i am always available and do contact accordingly
together we grow
jj jalal
jjjalal
05-08-2006, 09:54 AM
hia pushpakumara
glad to hear about you..pls call me in my mobile 050 646 85 86,,to discuss further
regards
jj
CONTROL BODY OF SPORTS BADMINTON IN UAE
DEAR SIR
I AM HIGHLY QUALIFIED BAMINTON COACH I WISH TO COACH BADMINTON IN NATIONAL LEVEL OR BELOW LEVEL.
THANKS .
PUSHPAKUMARA
PL. CONTACT ME.
pushkuma77@yahoo.com
Pushpakumara
05-09-2006, 04:45 AM
Dear jjjalal
I received your massage Thank you very much, if you free pl. call me mob
0094714041170.
pushpakumara
fearless_f_0223
07-04-2006, 11:31 AM
dxDas,
how are you now??? havent heard from you for quite sometime.... Also, u didnt join the recently held UAE open badminton tourney at Indian CLub>.. what's up with you now...
been calling you thru your mobile but seems you're too busy... anyway, hope to see and play with you again one of these days....
:)
Mahesh
07-23-2006, 04:13 AM
hi franz23
We have started a NEW FACILITY in QUASIS. it has TWO WOODEN COURTS, Friendly environment, Highly encouraging & motivating and good players. please do avail the facility. Plz contact 050-2484183 for further query.
Mahesh
07-23-2006, 04:17 AM
hi Friend,
I am from the same location Deira. We have started a new badminton club in QUASIS. IT'S REALLY CHEAP AND VERY FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT. PLAYERS ARE HIGHLY SUPPORTVE AND MOTIVATING. The Club has got TWO WOODEN COURTS. PLS USE THIS FACILITY. For any QUERY call on this number 050-2484183.
MaeAbigail
09-05-2006, 08:48 AM
What a relief to find badminton addicts here in Dubai! Although it seems there aren't many good courts here. I'm just new here in Dubai. Perhaps we could all meet and play one of these weekends on a good court? As to where, that i don't know.
Where can i also buy good badminton racquets? Prince series in particular. I left all my gears in the Philippines coz it wouldn't fit in my luggage anymore - shoes, shirts, racquet :(
Mga [kabayan] laro naman tayo soon. :) I miss playing regularly. Do you have clubs or groups back in Pinas? I'm from SmashPhil and I play at DASC, BCMI, The Zone. You may email me at >> a_rainchild@yahoo.com.
s1nn3r
09-21-2006, 09:31 PM
I just arrive in dubai from malaysia 3 days ago. I wish 2 play badminton here but i heard is quite expensive 2 play here..
any contact??
Yeohkuza
10-13-2006, 03:01 AM
Hi,
Just curious after reading the postings for badminton in Dubai, what are the famous badminton brands there? Are there any major sports shop there? Are the rackets and badminton equipment expensive? Hope that you guys can give me some feedback. ThThanks
niranj
11-10-2006, 08:39 AM
hey guys please also let me know where do u play badminton, i would be interested to play. do buzz me i am in karama, 050-4408481. would really appreciate if i could be a part of this gr8 game in dubai.
niranj
11-10-2006, 08:39 AM
please buzz me on 050-4408481
niranj
11-10-2006, 08:51 AM
jalal i happed to call u i guess u were busy, not a problem... would be interested to play badminton with u people.... as i have mention i used to play this game for a long time and have played upto the national level but its been about 5-6 yrs having tried to remove time to play this game....it has been difficult. now i feel that i shall be back in my this loving game. please let me know how u can help me. and and also where can i buy good raquets in dubai.... i guess raquets in dubai are more expensive than india.
Niranj
050-4408481
niranj
11-10-2006, 08:52 AM
thanks hope u call me. 050-4408481
hareshpoliyath
11-15-2006, 02:01 AM
well...if u cant get jalaal...just contact mahesh at 050 2484183 or shiva at 050 3545170 and u can get in touch with us..we play at Etisalat academy...for the route details u got to contact anyone of these...bye...see u soon...
hareshpoliyath
02-03-2007, 11:52 PM
hello to all the BADMINTON lovers in this beautiful desert land....well we are a small group of player playing in the new Etisalat academy in Muhaisnah,Dubai. It has 3 good courts with good facilities of after the game shower. We play 3 days a week i.e. Monday, Wdenesday & Friday from 8:00pm to 10:00pm. If u want to check out the facilities u r most welcome here. Its a good group we have with malayalees,tamilians,maharashtrian,sri lankan,iranian,scottish etc...for further details contact avinash: 050-7350947, jalaal: 050-6468586 or me: 050-9828318. Looking forward to see u in near future...bye...god bless...
eblwizard
02-07-2007, 12:18 PM
madayaw!!!
greetings in peace!!!
just try to visit this site....
http://wowpinoybadmintonuae.multiply.com
or email us... eblwizard@yahoo.com
050-6871265
hctan38
05-08-2007, 03:10 AM
Hi
Those who are interested to play badminton in Al Wasl area, please contact me at 050 9539702.
regards.
s1nn3r
05-08-2007, 05:10 AM
Hctan... are you chiong??
hctan38
05-08-2007, 01:12 PM
Hctan... are you chiong??
Well, I am not sure whether i know you because you didnt introduce yourself or tell me more about yourself. Maybe we have crossed path before.
What makes you think that you know me?
Anyway we met here and we may play together one day.
Regards,
Tan
ramboson
07-28-2007, 11:22 AM
hey,guys,how are you?
are there any badminton enthusiast living beside the Twin tower
please contact me by msn:figwolf@hotmail.com
let's enjoy the game together
renu2007
09-10-2007, 10:17 AM
i too wish to play badminton. i have a racquet. my mobile n0 050 - 2338652. i am at sharjah. call me we can go ahead with badminton.
hareshpoliyath
09-11-2007, 12:02 AM
hi...
we have a small club in dubai(Muhaisnah area near to Al Mulla Plaza) where we play badminton 3 days a week( Saturday, Monday & Wednesday). We have actually booked the courts at that time and on those dates. u can find the location and details of the place where we play at: www.eacademy.ae (http://www.eacademy.ae/)
THE BREAKDOWN IS:for members : Monthly fees of Dhms180/per month and Dhms 10/per session for the shuttles for non-members : Fees of Dhms 30/per session + Dhms 10/per session for shuttles.
in case you are interested to join just feel free to message me...we play in the evening from 8 pm to 10 pm...we got players from all parts of the world...we have from Pakistan,Malaysia,Iran,Sri Lanka, Philipines and ofcourse India...Also if u want to check out the facilities feel free to just drop in and check it out....
just in case u can call me on my mob: 050-9828318 and we can sort out things...we will be playing tomorrow...
have a nice day...
jorge:-)
11-18-2007, 07:27 AM
Anybody living near International City or Al Awir whom I can play with? actually im not that really good i consider my self as a beginner so if anybody here interested just contact me -> 0503482619
Tnx!
attrogg
11-29-2007, 04:57 PM
I was just wondering if there are any sports shops in dubai that have the full range of latest yonex racquets.
i live in kuwait and can't find the latest equipment.
thanks
s1nn3r
12-03-2007, 07:52 AM
I was just wondering if there are any sports shops in dubai that have the full range of latest yonex racquets.
i live in kuwait and can't find the latest equipment.
thanks
Yes! Dubai got a few good racquet shops but the price is not so competative :) but if you consider Dubai than is ok… somemore they are not expert in badminotn lol!
choufesz
12-15-2007, 10:31 AM
Hi..all I want too partitipation badminton tournament in dubai,
if some one know please email me at (andri_lim1@yahoo.co.id)
hareshpoliyath
02-18-2008, 11:28 PM
We take this opportunity to announce that We are planning to conduct the 1st UAE Ranking Badminton Tournament For Men Singles & Doubles Event
On March 07th & March 14th (Friday)
Venue – ETISALAT ACADEMY
Muhaisnah, Dubai
TIME – 09 AM – 10PM
We invite the players to register their names & details on or before Feb. 27th 2008 (Detailed forms are attached) & fax it to 04-2681668 / 04-2955788
Or call & reach to
Mr. Hussain 050/ 7382633 (Deira)
Mr. Jackin 050/ 5598861 (Bur Dubai)
Mr. Haresh 050/ 9712010 (Sharjah)
Email: etisalat.badmintonclub@gmail.com
Note: We’ve some attractive prizes for this tourney.
With all your supports & participation, we look forward for a wonderful tournament.
Thanks & Regards,
JJ JALAL Key Co-ordinators:
Tournament Hussain
Chief Co-ordinator Jackin
Mob. No. 050-498-3110 Haresh
eblwizard
02-20-2008, 08:09 AM
madayaw!!!
greetings in peace to all!!!
dear haresh,
thanks for sending us your invitation yesterday in my email....
for the infos.,
i already forwarded your email to some of my friends and members in WPBC-UAE...
till then thank you!
edwin
mnjtop
02-27-2008, 04:01 AM
if u want to play badminton , come to nad shamma park in rashidiya, dubai.
we are playing every day.
mrezat
03-15-2008, 11:09 AM
Hi.. everyone im from Malaysia and moving to Dubai soon.
Hope i can join in and play badminton over there.
My office would be somewhere at the al quoz industrial area.
Any info where s the nearest play i can play.
hareshpoliyath
03-16-2008, 12:29 AM
hi...
we have a small club in dubai(Muhaisnah area near to Al Mulla Plaza) where we play badminton 3 days a week( Saturday, Monday & Wednesday). We have actually booked the courts at that time and on those dates. u can find the location and details of the place where we play at: www.eacademy.ae (http://www.eacademy.ae/) or visit our site at http://emiratesbadminton.multiply.com/
THE BREAKDOWN IS:for members : Monthly fees of Dhms180/per month and Dhms 10/per session for the shuttles for non-members : Fees of Dhms 30/per session + Dhms 10/per session for shuttles.
in case you are interested to join just feel free to message me...we play in the evening from 8 pm to 10 pm...we got players from all parts of the world...we have from Pakistan,Malaysia,Iran,Sri Lanka, Philipines and ofcourse India...Also if u want to check out the facilities feel free to just drop in and check it out....
just in case u can call Hussain on mob: 050-7382633 or Jackin on mob: 050-5598861 and we can sort out things...we will be playing tomorrow...
have a nice day...
mrezat
03-16-2008, 04:42 AM
hi haresh... would love to join in once i settle everythings in Dubai.
hareshpoliyath
03-16-2008, 05:25 AM
no problem bro...anytime...
greenback
06-07-2008, 06:06 AM
Haresh, Do you welcome newbies?:o
hi...
we have a small club in dubai(Muhaisnah area near to Al Mulla Plaza) where we play badminton 3 days a week( Saturday, Monday & Wednesday). We have actually booked the courts at that time and on those dates. u can find the location and details of the place where we play at: www.eacademy.ae (http://www.eacademy.ae/) or visit our site at http://emiratesbadminton.multiply.com/
THE BREAKDOWN IS:for members : Monthly fees of Dhms180/per month and Dhms 10/per session for the shuttles for non-members : Fees of Dhms 30/per session + Dhms 10/per session for shuttles.
in case you are interested to join just feel free to message me...we play in the evening from 8 pm to 10 pm...we got players from all parts of the world...we have from Pakistan,Malaysia,Iran,Sri Lanka, Philipines and ofcourse India...Also if u want to check out the facilities feel free to just drop in and check it out....
just in case u can call Hussain on mob: 050-7382633 or Jackin on mob: 050-5598861 and we can sort out things...we will be playing tomorrow...
have a nice day...
SibugiChai
06-09-2008, 07:22 AM
I plan to setup a beach badminton club in dubai
anyone interested?
kishore berty
09-17-2008, 10:50 AM
if u want to play badminton , come to nad shamma park in rashidiya, dubai.
we are playing every day.
hi
i stay in rashidya and i love to play badminton. Are you still paying in nad shamma park. call me on 050-5485269 so that i can join you
philipls78
10-12-2008, 01:24 PM
Hi, my name is Philip and move to Sharjah two months ago. I am desperately wanting to retrain myself back to professional level after stopped for two years for recovering from ruptured ACL. Let me know where can I play in Sharjah. I got another friend who was one of the Malaysian Player before also like to play and wanting to test my strength.
Let me know because I need to buy everything all over again. I can provide training as well.
Ta
Philip
Hi
There are a few badminton clubs here in the UAE :-
Dubai
* India Club (very expensive)
* Country Club
* Emirates English Speaking School Club (2nd Interchange)
* Dubal Badminton Club (for members or strictly by invitation only)
* Al Naboodah Badminton Club (heard they have 2 wooden courts)
* Pakistan Center Badminton Club (behind India Club)
* Al Jadeed Badminton Club (cemented floor)
* American School - they have 4 courts (I think)
* Cambridge School
* Dubai Port Badminton Club
Sharjah
* English Speaking School (2 wooden courts)
* Indian Association
* Pakistan Center
* Kaloori Badminton Club
Abu Dhabi
* India Social Center
* Pakistan Cultural Center
* Mafraq Hotel
* Malayalee Samajam
* ADCO Badminton Club
* Tourist Club
* ADNOC Badminton Club
* Water & Electricity Club
Well, I cant think of anymore ... but this sums to almost all of the badminton courts available in the Emirates.
Cheers
acreid
10-24-2008, 12:28 AM
Hi,
If anyone has information on clubs, for group play please let me know.
As arrived here two months ago from London, and want to keep playing as started playing badminton one year ago.
My email is mshurricaneuk@yahoo.co.uk
Amanda
salt&pepper
11-14-2008, 02:51 AM
Hi philipls78,
I am also in Sharjah, there's an indoor badminton court in Victoria Intl School of Sharjah. My brother works there and he told me that guests can use the court if accompanied by a staff member.
If you are interested email me so I can arrange it with my bro.
suhs_83@yahoo.com
Thanks,
Salt&Pepper
Hi, my name is Philip and move to Sharjah two months ago. I am desperately wanting to retrain myself back to professional level after stopped for two years for recovering from ruptured ACL. Let me know where can I play in Sharjah. I got another friend who was one of the Malaysian Player before also like to play and wanting to test my strength.
Let me know because I need to buy everything all over again. I can provide training as well.
Ta
Philip
Suhail
11-23-2008, 03:48 PM
Hi Guys, Good news for people in sharjah now, there is a private club opened in sharjah now ,which has Badminton Court Facility. Its name is AL MADINA CRICKET TRAINING ACADEMY situated behind Sharjah Sports Club. We have facility for cricket training also with bowling machine etc. Its an excellent facility with lot of open space for jogging and exercising. Its a house full of entertainment area where you can spend your 2-3 hrs by doing different activities like playing Carrom, Chess , Badminton, Table Tennis and Cricket.
We also have fully furnished and Air conditioned hall facility for arranging functions like Birthday, Wedding, School Functions, Corporate Annua Functions etc.
Plz call us on 050 5209 186 or 050 6777 427 to know more about it
Suhail
Suhail
11-23-2008, 04:00 PM
AL MADINA CRICKET ACADEMY also have facility for conducting stage shows because it has got a huge stage of its own. If some body is intereted to host some celeberities here , we can rent our space for this purpose too.
Plz call us on 050 5209 186 or 050 6777 427 to know more about it
Suhail
SibugiChai
11-24-2008, 06:59 AM
That's great news...
I plan to build a 24 courts badminton hall beside metropolitan hotel...
pilling work will start after christmas!
salt&pepper
12-02-2008, 07:20 AM
HI Suhail,
Please give the exact location of AL MADINA CRICKET TRAINING ACADEMY in Sharjah.
A street name would help :)
thnx,
salt&pepper
Hi Guys, Good news for people in sharjah now, there is a private club opened in sharjah now ,which has Badminton Court Facility. Its name is AL MADINA CRICKET TRAINING ACADEMY situated behind Sharjah Sports Club. We have facility for cricket training also with bowling machine etc. Its an excellent facility with lot of open space for jogging and exercising. Its a house full of entertainment area where you can spend your 2-3 hrs by doing different activities like playing Carrom, Chess , Badminton, Table Tennis and Cricket.
We also have fully furnished and Air conditioned hall facility for arranging functions like Birthday, Wedding, School Functions, Corporate Annua Functions etc.
Plz call us on 050 5209 186 or 050 6777 427 to know more about it
Suhail
Suhail
12-02-2008, 10:07 AM
Call me on 050 5209 186 to know exact location. anyways it is behind shj sports club, near shj vegetable market tere is eppco petro; pump, after epco petrol pump u have to take right. 500 mtr on your right side, AL MADINA CRICKET CLUB...
SibugiChai
12-11-2008, 05:38 AM
That's great news...
I plan to build a 24 courts badminton hall beside metropolitan hotel...
pilling work will start after christmas!
The development of the 24courts badminton hall has been put on hold due to the credit crunch.
:cool:
suminda
01-25-2009, 06:59 PM
Haresh, Do you welcome newbies?:o
are u guys still playing. if it is so pls let me know how to join and where exactly i have to come
thx
amda_suminda@yahoo.com (amda_suminda@yahoo.com)
tel : 050 3097459
gigibab
02-23-2009, 07:25 AM
Are u playing in the indoor court..if so i am interested..plz mail me at
gigibab@gmail.com
gigibab
02-24-2009, 02:24 AM
Guys i am in rashidya..anybody know is thr any indoor courts in rashidya or near by.........
krulsyam
04-15-2009, 02:46 AM
Hi guys. Im staying in Jebel Ali, have been here about 11 months. Im still looking for a badminton enthusiast to play with. I also interested to join any tournament around Dubai. Any info, please contact me at my email : krulsyam@yahoo.com / hp: 050 3920831 (Hazrul)
achieverbala
05-23-2009, 04:08 AM
Hi Friends,
Am from India,I would like to play badminton i use to stay in Satwa, If u guys know any places please let me know with the charges details. U can also mail me to achieverbala@gmail.com or cotnact me in my mobile 050-6943958.
without playing this game i feel i miss something in my life.... so guys pls do help me out
MPZEL
06-22-2009, 03:07 AM
:o Hello guys! Are you still playing badminton? I am interested to join you... just give me a call 0566134908...
jojiav
07-27-2009, 12:32 AM
Hi
I am joji.
I am searching a badminton court in sharjah or dubai
Let me know the timings and charges.
my email id jpavpooja@yahoo.com
u can call me 050-7071623
joji
hctan38
07-30-2009, 07:24 AM
Did you guys get it going? I am interested to make a comeback.
Hi philipls78,
I am also in Sharjah, there's an indoor badminton court in Victoria Intl School of Sharjah. My brother works there and he told me that guests can use the court if accompanied by a staff member.
If you are interested email me so I can arrange it with my bro.
suhs_83@yahoo.com
Thanks,
Salt&Pepper
hctan38
07-30-2009, 07:27 AM
Are you guys still playing at emirates badminton club?
kish-mah-ash
02-23-2010, 04:42 PM
you guys should be producing abunch of world class players with all the money,faciliities and resources you guys have. i'm sure with all the money you guys have,you guys can hire some world class coaches. if not now then in the verry near future.
hctan38
02-23-2010, 10:39 PM
Did you guys get it going? I am interested to make a comeback.
Hi Salt & Pepper
When can we playing badminton?
jauxler29
03-01-2010, 06:52 AM
:) Hi Leslie Lopena
I'am Francis, I'm also a Badminton enthusiast like u, just want to know if ur
Filipino (just asking?) Thanks. Looking forward for ur soon reply.
Im also filipino, looking for badminton club to join here in abu dhabi... im really interested to play...
please count me in @ 050-2783803..
thanks!
abie88
04-24-2010, 09:23 AM
Im also filipino, looking for badminton club to join here in abu dhabi... im really interested to play...
please count me in @ 050-2783803..
thanks!
Hi I started a thread for pinoy badminton players in abu dhabi. please follow the thread below. hope you can join us. thanks!
http://www.badmintoncentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84036
SibugiChai
04-28-2010, 09:51 PM
Badminton: Saina's Dubai desire
World No. 6 tells XPRESS she hopes to play here in the near future after her first visit to the city
By Jaydip Sengupta, Sports Writer
Published: 00:00 April 29, 2010
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Saina Nehwal
Image Credit: Xpress /Abdel-Krim Kallouche
Dubai: Saina Nehwal was back in school...well, college for a few hours at least. Dropping in for a quick visit to grace the BITS Sports Festival at BITS Pilani, the World No. 6 shuttler regaled students to three games of exhibition stuff, as they cheered her every move.
She was scheduled to play just one game, but so caught up was she with the mood of the occasion that she extended her stint on the court.
In a courtside chat to XPRESS, she said: "Their enthusiasm is so infectious. It is really sad that Dubai doesn't have any international tournament, or a badminton federation for that matter. I would love to play here some day.
"But at least BITS Pilani, Dubai have invited me. The one in India still haven't," she said, on what was her first visit to Dubai.
Saina's stay was short, but she still managed to take in a bit of the city. "I always wanted to see the world's tallest building and I managed to do so on my way from the airport," she said.
The 20-year-old, who cracked the top five earlier this year, is just biding her time, as she seeks to be the best player in the world. "All those above me are from China. They play against themselves all the time in order to get better. I am all alone in that respect in India, with no other player in sight. So, I have to keep playing matches against them.
"In fact, I am trying to be like them in the way they practice and the kind of discipline they have," she said.
One of the few Indian sportspersons who have managed to steer attention away from cricket with their exploits, Saina hopes to build on her semi-final showing at the All-England Championships and the ABC Championships.
"Those were very good results for me, even though I put too much pressure on myself playing the ABC Championship at home. Playing abroad is much easier. I am now looking ahead to the Uber Cup finals which is my next tournament along with the World Championships in August, besides the Asian Games and the Commonwealth Games later in the year," she said.
Coming from Hyderabad, it was inevitable that the subject of Sania Mirza's marriage would come up to which Saina said: "It was quite a shocking news really. I wish her well, but I really don't know how she will give time to tennis."
abie88
05-02-2010, 06:45 AM
Due to a lack of Filipino players, the badminton game here in abu dhabi is now open to all Nationalities!!! Visit the site below for details...
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SibugiChai
05-17-2010, 09:03 PM
UAE badminton tournament will be the biggest ever, hosts say
All ages and special needs children invited to compete this year
By K.R. Nayar, Senior Reporter
Published: 00:00 May 18, 2010
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Bharat Chachara, General Manager India Club, Sunil Singh, Chairman India Club, Raman Nair of Western Union and AK Prakashan, Director of Sports of India Club, announce the staging of the UAE Open Badminton tournament.
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Dubai: A record number of players are expected to compete in the India Club-Western Union UAE Open Badminton tournament which starts May 31 at the India Club badminton courts.
India Club chairman Sunil Singh said: "We had 360 entries last year and a record 336 matches were held".
"This year we may cross the 400 entries mark as we have added two more categories," he said.
This badminton tournament is also one of the oldest in the UAE, having been held nearly every year since the early 80s.
"In recent years we included some professionals to play in this tournament but we found that it turned out to be a discouragement for the players here to perform," Singh said.
"The purpose of this tournament is to promote badminton in UAE and so we have restricted the event to UAE resident players only."
The prize money of Dh50,000 has been earmarked for the tournament.
Twenty-four categories for ages ranging from under 10 years to over 55 will be held with the final scheduled for June 18.
The categories for girls and boys aged 10 to 12 have been very popular over the years, and was designed to encourage young competitors, he said.
"As part of India Club's drive towards corporate social responsibility, we are planning to conduct matches under a separate pool for the special needs children and individuals," Singh said.
"The categories will be based on the number of entries received. Invitations have been sent to various special needs institutes in Dubai.
"We have got confirmations from SNF and Dubai Autism Centre. Last year we even hosted exhibition matches for this category," he said.
All the matches will be played in the 21-point format in line with World Badminton Confederation rules, he said.
Entry forms are available at the India Club Reception and also on the India Club website www.indiaclubdubai.com. Entries must be in by May 26.
pheanelofie
08-15-2010, 12:21 PM
I am a filipina living in sharjah looking for a badminton court where i can play after work..and also playmates girls only for my past times and exercise also...please send me message through this email pheanelofienicholaine_101683@yahoo.com..:):):)
BadeeBuddy
09-01-2010, 06:15 AM
Calling all Badminton Enthusiast, if ur level A or B and interested to play on weekends in Dubai.
Well I'm inviting u to join our group and have some fun.
Call - 050-7090361
(for KABAYANS only)
icoles
08-10-2011, 10:10 AM
Just bringing this thread back to life. I've just moved to Dubai and am looking to find a club or some players to play with regularly. I came from Vienna and was used to training & playing there 3 times a week. Now I'm losing the fight against the flab! Please help save me :D.
Please call on 050 541 6219 if you fancy a game and know somewhere to play.
I called those old numbers for JJ & Shiva at the English Speaking School but they no longer connect so it looks like that club may be dead which is a shame.
chie00
10-30-2011, 08:49 AM
hi to everyone!
We have badminton court in Rashidiya near Metro.If you are living in Mirdiff,Deira,DSO and International City 15 minutes drive you can reach to the court.Usually we are playing Wednesday or Thursday. Any interested drop me a call to this number 0566800715.
choufesz
11-23-2011, 10:26 PM
there is professional player or no??
any coach there??
rey138
12-22-2011, 09:12 AM
im professional player have moved to dubai,, rega, anyone intrested to play plz call me,, still dont know how to travel... 0504409427-nuwan
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