Bay Badminton Center rumors.

[samkool]

so now we have 5 dedicated gyms. APACS, Bintang, GGBC, SmashCity, UBC.heard a new one will open in burlingame soon, too. 12(?) courts...

[TLCal]

heard a new one will open in burlingame soon, too. 12(?) courts...

:cool: I heard a lot of rumors about that, too.... the demand nowaday is sky high:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[kwun]

i guess the rumor is already out there. i have heard conflicting rumors, but they all says it will be in Burlingame, between 12 to 16 courts (16 courts!) and opening some time in April.

[felisha]

:cool: I heard a lot of rumors about that, too.... the demand nowaday is sky high:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

wow, demand in the bay area must really be high coz where i live in south san francisco, somebody is also planning to open one soon. at least that's what i heard from my parents. no idea how many courts though.

[kwun]

1611 Adrian Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010

looking around the Burlingame Voice i found this Burlingame Planning Commission article:

http://burlingamevoice.com/blogs/index.php?title=planning_commission_monday_april_9&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1



Friday, April 6, 2007

http://burlingamevoice.com/blogs/skins/custom/img/icon_minipost.gif (http://burlingamevoice.com/blogs/index.php?title=planning_commission_monday_april_9&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1) 08:24:23, Categories: Design Review (http://burlingamevoice.com/blogs/index.php?cat=3), 169 words
Planning Commission - Meeting on Monday April 9

by Fiona

The Burlingame Planning Commission [....] will study plans to divide an industrial building at 1611 Adrian Road to include a packaged food warehousing business and a new badminton facility. Currently QFCO, Inc. uses the property for its food warehouse business. Plans suggest downsizing the food company and creating a secondary space in the building. The space would be used for the Bay Badminton Center, Inc. offering 16 indoor courts, a lounge, a children’s play zone, stretching zone and rest rooms.



from the look of it, if they are only just on the planning stage, that means it will take quite a few more months before it opens.

[monto]

1611 Adrian Rd
Burlingame, CA 94010

looking around the Burlingame Voice i found this Burlingame Planning Commission article:

http://burlingamevoice.com/blogs/index.php?title=planning_commission_monday_april_9&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1



from the look of it, if they are only just on the planning stage, that means it will take quite a few more months before it opens.
Interesting stuff, kwun.

Did some more googling and found these:
The domain name baybadminton.com (http://whois.domaintools.com/baybadminton.com) has been registered since Sept 2006, and shows the 1611 Adrian Rd address, so the eventual website of the facility will be baybadminton.com. Also, the registrar has used that address since October 2006, so it looks like there's been much planning in the works over the past 6 months for this location and this permit meeting is a mere formality
Does the name Jeff Lea (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:Eq8tqS2BQncJ:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D1841+1611+Adrian+ Road&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4&gl=us&client=opera) sound familiar? He appears to be the applicant seeking the commerical permit tomorrow night at the city council meeting

[kwun]

Interesting stuff, kwun.

Did some more googling and found these:
The domain name baybadminton.com (http://whois.domaintools.com/baybadminton.com) has been registered since Sept 2006, and shows the 1611 Adrian Rd address, so the eventual website of the facility will be baybadminton.com. Also, the registrar has used that address since October 2006, so it looks like there's been much planning in the works over the past 6 months for this location and this permit meeting is a mere formality
Does the name Jeff Lea (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:Eq8tqS2BQncJ:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D1841+1611+Adrian+ Road&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=4&gl=us&client=opera) sound familiar? He appears to be the applicant seeking the commerical permit tomorrow night at the city council meetingJeff Lea. not someone that i know.

from October till now isn't a very long time for planning a big gym i suppose. i remember Bintang took a good 4 or 5 months when they moved.

we will for sure get more and more information as time goes on.

[Viper2005]

I'm gonna take a guess and throw out a name of a possible owner.
Harry.:D Lefty badminton player.
Those who play at GGBC and smash city will know who I'm talking about.

[kwun]

I'm gonna take a guess and throw out a name of a possible owner.
Harry.:D Lefty badminton player.
Those who play at GGBC and smash city will know who I'm talking about.
but the name of the permit applicant is clearly listed as Jeff Lea. what's the relationship between Jeff and Harry?

but whoever they are, we have gotten some important details. namely the location, in Burlingame, right off 101 and close to the airport; the size, 16 courts; and the facilities, lounge, playzone;

and most important of all, that this is not just a rumor but someone is actually actively realizing it.

[Pete LSD]

That's nice! Next time in town I will not have to travel so far :p :D for baddie action.

Are the owners leasing or buying the land?


but the name of the permit applicant is clearly listed as Jeff Lea. what's the relationship between Jeff and Harry?

but whoever they are, we have gotten some important details. namely the location, in Burlingame, right off 101 and close to the airport; the size, 16 courts; and the facilities, lounge, playzone;

and most important of all, that this is not just a rumor but someone is actually actively realizing it.

[Viper2005]

They are probably just good badminton friends.:)

Great for Badminton, brings competition among the clubs. Maybe they can have a inter-club tournament.:D

Any guess on the grand opening date?


but the name of the permit applicant is clearly listed as Jeff Lea. what's the relationship between Jeff and Harry?

but whoever they are, we have gotten some important details. namely the location, in Burlingame, right off 101 and close to the airport; the size, 16 courts; and the facilities, lounge, playzone;

and most important of all, that this is not just a rumor but someone is actually actively realizing it.

[monto]

Did some more googling. After the applicants (Jeff Lea, etc) first applied to have a public "study" of the new Bay Badminton facility, they met at the Burlingame Planning Commission in April, the board had concerns about parking/handicapped spaces, weekend tournaments, traffic, etc. (See the meeting minutes (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:ylG6y50XsL4J:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D1960+site:www.bur lingame.org+burlingame+1611+badminton&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us&client=firefox-a) here)

Anyhow, the agenda for the last meeting, June 11 (See agenda here (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:w3-HtIMTWowJ:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D2158+site:www.bur lingame.org+burlingame+1611+badminton&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=1&gl=us&client=firefox-a)) shows the applicants returned, this time to actually seek approval. I would imagine the applicants used the last two months wisely, from the proposal in April until now, to address the parking/etc concerns. If you look at some of the previous planning commission meetings (http://www.burlingame.org/Index.aspx?page=269), most applicants are approved after appropriately addressing the issues posed to them, so we should know if Bay Badminton did their homework in the next few days when the meeting minutes get published online.

16 courts, here we come! (I hope?)

[kwun]

yes. it will be 16 courts. visit www.baybadminton.com and there are a lot of info including the architectural drawings.

i was told it is scheduled to open in September.

this is very good news for badminton players. as the other gyms are really starting to get crowded.

[Ben Lee]

Hello fellow badminton enthusiasts,

Yes, all the rumors you have heard are true. Bay Badminton Center (BBC) will soon be a reality. My partners and I have been working very hard to bring one of the most exciting badminton facilities in the United States right here in the San Francisco Bay Area. BBC will have 16 courts, locker/shower rooms for men and women, children's play area, lounge area, refreshment centers and a fully stocked pro-shop.

We are fortunate to have recently acquired Radu Milevschi as our head coach. We are all very excited to have Radu on board.

BBC wiil strive to fulfill every need of all badminton players no matter what level of play. With our world class coaching staff and faciltiy, we will be able to improve skill levels of all who strive to improve their game.

Mr. Harry Tan, Mr. Ronald Fong, Mr. Victor Lo and myself are all committed to bringing the very best badminton experience to all who visit BBC.
So please keep your eyes and ears open....BBC IS COMING SOON!!!!!

[kwun]

here is an aerial photo of BBC. i think they occupy 1/2 of the building?

[Ben Lee]

Very nice photo Kwun,

The building is about 60,000 square feet and we occupy about 2/3 of the building. That is why this is such an exciting project for us. The size and magnitude of this project has forced us to work hard and do extensive planning.

We have hit some obstacles along the way and will maintain our focus despite some negativity.

We are very excited to bring this club to the Bay Area and provide all players with the best in badminton services.

BBC Team

[monto]

Thanks for confirming these rumors, Ben. Many of us on the peninsula and beyond are looking forward to "the largest dedicated badminton facility in the United States"!

What is the current projected membership/drop in rate? Hopefully it will be competitive with that of the other bay area facilities.:)

[Ben Lee]

Hello Monto,
sorry if my reply takes awhile. I don't get on the internet often enough. Yes, our drop in fees will be competitive ($8) for a regular drop in fee.....discounted for passes...please check the web site periodically for updated pricing on drop in and membership fees. Thanks for the inquiry.
Ben

[apacsports]

I'm really impressed after viewing the project plan. To make it happen, it must take not only tremondous commitement, but also a great passion for badminton. My solute to all your team members and best wishes to your success! -APAC Badminton Club, Union City, CA
(http://apacsports.com)

[yba501]

If you look at some of the previous planning commission meetings (http://www.burlingame.org/Index.aspx?page=269), most applicants are approved after appropriately addressing the issues posed to them, so we should know if Bay Badminton did their homework in the next few days when the meeting minutes get published online.

16 courts, here we come! (I hope?)

Did Monto manage to check the meeting minutes yet? Are they going to open soon? I hope they do so I can go check it out from Los Angeles!

Yaba

[DaiDai]

Did Monto manage to check the meeting minutes yet? Are they going to open soon? I hope they do so I can go check it out from Los Angeles!

Yaba

Yea, we should get a group of people to go together.:D

[kwun]

Ben,

what's on the 2nd floor?

[Pete LSD]

Table tennis facility?


Ben,

what's on the 2nd floor?

[Ben Lee]

Kwun,
Strictly office space on the second floor....no activity type stuff.

[kwun]

Kwun,
Strictly office space on the second floor....no activity type stuff.

i was hoping may be a restaurant or cafe... :cool: :D

[Ben Lee]

Kwun,
Because of the city's permitting process, we want to open for badminton first. Later, we will apply for cafe. We will follow every rule in the book just in case we run into any negative people. Our goal at BBC will be to cater to every need of the players. Don't worry, we will try our best. We will even have internet in our cafe. We will definitely have a lot of fun with this project and I hope people will see that. Have a great time at our grand opening!!!!!
Ben

[jump17]

Do you guys have a set date on the grand opening yet? I want to mark my calendars for this big event :D:D

[kwun]

Kwun,
Because of the city's permitting process, we want to open for badminton first. Later, we will apply for cafe. We will follow every rule in the book just in case we run into any negative people. Our goal at BBC will be to cater to every need of the players. Don't worry, we will try our best. We will even have internet in our cafe. We will definitely have a lot of fun with this project and I hope people will see that. Have a great time at our grand opening!!!!!
Ben

haha. i was just half joking, but i am sure when the cafe opens, it will be very popular and appreciated by your members and guests. keep up the good work Ben!

[Ben Lee]

I would like to thank all the people who stopped by BBC tonight. With the excitement of the club opening, all kinds of people have been stopping by the club and asking questions about membership, classes and lessons. Thank you all so much and we look forward to all the response in the coming months. Team BBC will continue to strive to cater to the needs of all players. Again, keep your eyes and ears open because BBC IS COMING!!!!!!!!

[kwun]

I would like to thank all the people who stopped by BBC tonight. With the excitement of the club opening, all kinds of people have been stopping by the club and asking questions about membership, classes and lessons. Thank you all so much and we look forward to all the response in the coming months. Team BBC will continue to strive to cater to the needs of all players. Again, keep your eyes and ears open because BBC IS COMING!!!!!!!!

did they find out via BadmintonCentral? ;)

[drowsysmurf]

BBC opened already?

[Ben Lee]

No, BBC is not open yet. People have been emailing us and asking if they could stop by to see the building. We just happen to be there tonight. Please wait until we open and we will be sure to excite. Thanks.
Ben

[badpanda]

hey Ben, thank for so quick response and detail infos. i am glad that finally someone is taking seriouly action to make the club experience more enjoyable. :P

[Ben Lee]

I am doing my best to respond to as much posting as possible. I am working a lost now so I don't have much time. But it means a lot to me to keep in touch with everyone and let people know what's happening. I will continue to answer as many questions as possible.

[drowsysmurf]

is there a grand opening discount? =D

[Ben Lee]

please contact Harry at his club email harrytan@baybadminton.com (eharrytan@baybadminton.com)
thanks....I don't mean to pass the buck but all partners have a specific duty and I don't want to step on Harry's toes. Hope to see you at Bay Badminton.

[yba501]

please contact Harry at his club email harrytan@baybadminton.com (eharrytan@baybadminton.com)
thanks....I don't mean to pass the buck but all partners have a specific duty and I don't want to step on Harry's toes. Hope to see you at Bay Badminton.

Hi Ben,

Wow it sounds like Grand Opening is around the corner! Are you almost finish construction? This is exciting! I have some time off in July so if you tell us approxmate date I can start applying for leave to come over for the Grand Open for sure! I want to be one of the first people in the door to try that shiny new floor. From your site plans, everything looks so awesome! In LA we only have SGVBC and OCBC, but I live not too far but the traffic is really sucks. I will book by the airport Hotel to come play in BBC. Your "state of the art cueing system" sounds cool. How will your cue system work?

Yaba do want to know...

[Ben Lee]

That's a difficult question to answer. We are shooting to open by the beginning of September. Construction is always unpredictable. Just keep posted on BC for the latest update. Thank you so much for wanting to come up from LA. We have some players that have contacted us from all over the US and even some from overseas. This is a very exciting project not only for team BBC but for all players around the Bay Area. We would love to have players from all over to enjoy the club. :)

[yba501]

That's a difficult question to answer. We are shooting to open by the beginning of September. Construction is always unpredictable. Just keep posted on BC for the latest update. Thank you so much for wanting to come up from LA. We have some players that have contacted us from all over the US and even some from overseas. This is a very exciting project not only for team BBC but for all players around the Bay Area. We would love to have players from all over to enjoy the club. :)

Since Monto hasn’t had time to post the minutes, I decided to google myself. Here is the meeting minutes http://www.burlingame.org/index.aspx?recordid=1120&page=269 (http://www.burlingame.org/index.aspx?recordid=1120&page=269)
http://www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=2221 (http://www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=2221). I’m not trying to be a negative person Ben, but there are some points on the minutes that makes me wonder. On Clause 5 of the miniutes is for BBC Club. There are strong conditions in points 4, 12, and 13. It say only 62 persons maximum are allowed to be in the gym at one time, even including the staff and Owner! How can they count the Owner too? Seems very........odd restriction. It also say that there is allowed only 2 tournaments per year with maximum of 60 players. Would opening day only allow less than 62 people. People will have to wait in line outside! Ben, how will you all going to handle such strict conditions they have in these minutes because I want to make sure I can get in to play if I come all the way from Los Angeles!



Yaba

[Ben Lee]

We are constantly working with the city to amend a few more issues. It is always difficult to make a "non" badminton player understand the sport. We are very confident that all the issues will be ironed out prior to our opening. I can tell you this, many of the other clubs may be out of compliance with many things. I have a lot of knowledge about city restrictions and codes. Even some of the clubs down in Southern California may be out of compliance. Parking requirements, occupancy restrictions, fire sprinkler requirements, etc. The cities usually don't understand the sport and base their requirements on other factors.

Have you searched the minutes for any of the other clubs?

If you would like, you can always send me your personal information on a private message so I know who you are. I just want to make sure you are not an affiliate of a competitor who is trying to cause a negative effect on our club. I hope you understand because of the fact that opening a club is not an easy thing. We run into problems all along the way and don't want to create any more. We really want to provide a quality facility for people to play. If you are worried about being able to play if you come all the way from LA, just give me a call and I will make sure you get to play. As a matter of fact, I am more than happy to play with you. Again, please send me your personal information on a private message so I know who you are. Thanks.

Ben

[chris-ccc]

Hi Ben Lee, Harry Tan, Ronald Fong & Victor Lo,

We just received email from Ronald Fong about your Bay Badminton Center. :):):)

As life is action and passion, you guys are sharing your action and passion of your time with us in our Badminton World.

And we are...

Rejoicing With You :):):)



Our members@ccc will definitely pay you guys a visit and play at your BBC when we visit the Bay Area, San Francisco, USA.

Since you are located so close to the San Francisco International Airport, BBC could be the first place for us to visit. :):):)

Cheers... chris@ccc
CCC Badminton, Melbourne, Australia

[Ben Lee]

Hello Chris,
How exciting to have you and your club members here at BBC. Please let me know when you all will be in town and we will prepare a fun night at BBC for you all. I have been playing international badminton for many years and always look forward to players coming over from abroad. Please keep in touch.
Ben

[yba501]

06-18-2007, 10:07 PM

Did some more googling. After the applicants (Jeff Lea, etc) first applied to have a public "study" of the new Bay Badminton facility, they met at the Burlingame Planning Commission in April, the board had concerns about parking/handicapped spaces, weekend tournaments, traffic, etc. (See the meeting minutes (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:ylG6y50XsL4J:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D1960+site:www.bur lingame.org+burlingame+1611+badminton&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=2&gl=us&client=firefox-a) here)

Anyhow, the agenda for the last meeting, June 11 (See agenda here (http://72.14.253.104/search?q=cache:w3-HtIMTWowJ:www.burlingame.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx%3Fdocumentid%3D2158+site:www.bur lingame.org+burlingame+1611+badminton&hl=en&ct=clnk&cd=1&gl=us&client=firefox-a)) shows the applicants returned, this time to actually seek approval. I would imagine the applicants used the last two months wisely, from the proposal in April until now, to address the parking/etc concerns. If you look at some of the previous planning commission meetings (http://www.burlingame.org/Index.aspx?page=269), most applicants are approved after appropriately addressing the issues posed to them, so we should know if Bay Badminton did their homework in the next few days when the meeting minutes get published online.

16 courts, here we come! (I hope?)

Hello Ben,

I'm not trying to be negative or difficult. It seems you are quite sensitive to this issue. I am only reacting to Monto in BC that suggest we see the meeting minutes so I google myself, and maybe I notice something some people did not. If you look earlier into this thread, there was a lot of discussion about your permits and other issues which many others BC'ers replied their personal comments to. If you say you can amend all the problem issues with City, this is great because even they are "non" badminton people, whatever conditions they set, we must all obey. Thats the structure of law. I only write a few times since I registered to BC and I never expect or experienced such a defensive reaction and attitude to a legitimate query. I am not a troublemaker. I am a badminton enthusiast like everyone else in BC and I thought this is a badminton forum and everyone here is to chat about badminton freely? My name is Arthur Yeong and I work in LA Orage county. I work in the same law firm since I came to US 9 years ago. I am male, and (not comfortable to tell my age). I have played much badminton before but not really have time with long work hours in US. Seems to be OT all the time doing research and litigation. When you open Bbc, I will visit and introduce myself to you. "I am Yaba." You didn't give me your number, there is no number on the bbc website. Good luck for you. I think alot of people are waiting for you to open and maybe some people are not trying to be negative as you are thinking. I will check out some other awesome Clubs in the Bay Area too now since grown so many. We envy SF have so many badminton clubs. I am still hoping you will post any updates if you can suceed to amend the problems.

Truly, Yaba

[Ben Lee]

Arthur,

Thank you for your reply and your honesty. You must understand why I am so defensive about BBC. It takes so much work and dedication to open a badminton club like BBC that I cannot afford to run into too many problems. We have already hit some roadblocks along the way and have to fight through them all. Trust me, I really do appreciate your feedback.

Another reason I will defend BBC with all my heart is because my vision for badminton in the Bay Area extends much more than just opening up a badminton club. My vision is to grow the sport and make it more mainstream like some of the other big sports. Can you imagine if we can all enjoy badminton on TV? How great would that be? I have many plans and ideas in my head at this time that I cannot discuss. I have three other partners that are awesome to work with and very supportive.

Thank you again Yaba for your reply. My offer to play with you when you visit is sincere. Just give me a call before you come and I will be happy to do whatever I can to make it happen. The only thing that would prevent it is work.

Ben

[speedie_birdie]

What is the ceiling height? Couldn't find that info anywhere on your website or in this thread. Thanks.

[Ben Lee]

sorry it took awhile to reply. i need to get an exact measurement before i post. i will keep you posted. thanks.
Ben

[illusionistpro]

Ben just wanted to encourage you about the new gym. You've staked a great location in the middle of san mateo county! It will be perfect for me when i come up north to visit my folks and great for many other players from ssf all the way to belmont and probably as far west as half moon bay. I hope opening goes smoothly, i cant wait to see what it looks like!

[Ben Lee]

Yes, we are very proud of our location. We are about 5 minutes away from the San Francisco airport. (maybe less) Thank you so much for your encouragement. It really means a lot. My partners and I will continue to work hard to provide a great club for all players to enjoy. Please keep in touch with BC to get the latest.

[shreky]

hello badminton friends. does anybody know when in September BBC would open? the website just say Sep 2007. i'll be in cali for a week and will be stopping by BBC (and ABC in socal). thanks.

[Ben Lee]

Shreky,
Thank you so much for wanting to stop by BBC. Unfortunately, we are under the mercy of construction times. Our target date to open was the beginning of Sep. but now pushed back due to construction. I will do my best to keep everyone posted.:rolleyes:

[kwun]

drove up to SFO to pick up my mom this evening. saw the BBC building from 101 and the lights are on. looks like Ben and crew are working overtime!

[Ben Lee]

Hi Kwun,
Yes, we have our weekly meeting every Wednesday evening. We are also trying to do some cleaning in preparation for construction. The landlord is trying to clear some things out for us so we could work without any interruptions once construction starts. Hold onto your hats, BBC will be coming soon.

[jump17]

Are there any new updates regarding BBC?

[Ben Lee]

Yes, we are continually moving forward. There is just so much more work with the gym size & number of courts (16 courts) we wanted to provide and we do not want to compromise anything. We will pay every attention to detail and make sure BBC will be provide all our members with the best badminton experience possible. The city of Burlingame has been absolutely great to work with and I have formed some very close friendships through the process. They are doing everything they can to make our process go smoothly.

By the way, our advertising partners are now taking up most of our advertising space. We are almost sold to capacity with advertising. If anyone is interested in advertising with us, please contact us right away. Please contact me through BBC email. BenLee@baybadminton.com or HarryTan@baybadminton.com if you are interested.

Take care and please be patient just a while longer, BBC is coming REALLY REALLY SOON. ;)

BBC Management Team

[monto]

As the opening date approaches, will there be any sign up promotions?

I heard from an acquaintance about a corporate promo for 14 months, just wanted to see if Ben might have something up his sleeve for us BCers. Something to compete with the GGBC2 deal, perhaps? ;)

[Ben Lee]

Hello BCers,
Due to the tremendous response to our pre-opening special, we will be ending the promotion on Sep. 30, 2007. I know that everyone is anxious and excited for our opening date and we are working very hard to make that happen very soon. BBC would like to thank everyone for their support and we remain committed to bringing all of you a high quality badminton club. Please stay tuned.

Ben

[kakinami]

Hey Benster, That is Schmooglbe, Cant wait to go all squybongilito in your new facility!!! Keep up all the Rioly updates!!! Peace out B Mastaflashfunkyheadhunta

[jump17]

with GGBC2 opening in a few days, any updates on BBC's opening date?

[Ben Lee]

Hi Jump,
I wish I could give you a solid opening date. We are continuously working hard to get BBC up and running. Don't worry, the date is closing in. If you get a chance, please stop by and say hello.
Ben

[shreky]

wow. the website just been updated .... opening october .... i'll be in the bay area soon and hopefully the gym would be open by then.:D

[jump17]

Opening date is December 1, 2007.

check the bbc website :D

[MidBadder]

HI,

Just want to know whether BBC will open during thanksgiving weekend??



Hi Jump,
I wish I could give you a solid opening date. We are continuously working hard to get BBC up and running. Don't worry, the date is closing in. If you get a chance, please stop by and say hello.
Ben

[Ben Lee]

I am sorry to say that we will not be open for the Thanksgiving weekend. We are doing everything we can to open by Dec. 1st. There is a possibility that we may not open until Dec. 8th due to construction delay. Our floors are DONE and they look awesome. We will be setting up our nets this Wednesday. I know that everyone is anxious so please just hang in there and we will be open very soon. Please keep posted.

[skunklover]

sweet..........

[Ben Lee]

Hey everyone,

I have good news and bad news. The good news is that we are so close to opening BBC:). The bad news I am sorry to say is that our Grand Opening will be delayed a bit:crying:. We will have our Grand Opening on Dec. 9th instead of Dec. 1st. Unfortunately, we are under the mercy of the construction delays. Please keep posted and we will be opening very, very soon. Hope to see you all on the courts.

Bay Badminton Center

[Ben Lee]

Sorry, TYPO again.
GRAND OPENING FOR BBC IS DECEMBER 15TH, 2007. PLEASE JOIN US IN THE CELEBRATION OF ONE OF THE LARGEST BADMINTON CLUBS IN THE COUNTRY.
DECEMBER 15TH IS THE REAL DATE FOLKS. SO PLEASE COME AND JOIN THE FUN.
BBC MANAGEMENT

[chris-ccc]

GRAND OPENING FOR BBC IS DECEMBER 15TH, 2007. PLEASE JOIN US IN THE CELEBRATION OF ONE OF THE LARGEST BADMINTON CLUBS IN THE COUNTRY.

DECEMBER 15TH IS THE REAL DATE FOLKS. SO PLEASE COME AND JOIN THE FUN.




Hey Ben,

So finally, the Opening Date is set. :):):)


CONGRATULATIONS and BEST WISHES to BBC !!!


Cheers... chris@ccc
***

[Ben Lee]

Thanks Chris and hope to see you here in the USA soon.:)

[jump17]

What time would it open on the 15th? at 9:30am just like what the website says? earlier? i wanna get there early :):)

[shreky]

hi .... what are the hours (if open) for the christmas and new year? thanks.

[Ben Lee]

Our Grand Opening Day will be regular hours from 9:30am to 11:00pm. The Grand Opening celebration will begin at 10:00am.

Christmas Day will open from 9:30am to 5:00pm. New Years Day will open normal hours.

Come celebrate the Holiday hours with us and play some badminton. I still have to work off the turkey from Thanksgiving:p.

[drowsysmurf]

I challenge you to a duel!!! =P I'm just kidding. I'll visit bright and early =)
Congrats to BBC and their opening date.

[shreky]

cool .... i'll be in cali this weekend .... i hope to meet some of you BCers