I have searched threads and noticed that some people are looking for places to play in Columbus, Ohio. Well, one of the best places to play in Columbus is in OSU. (It's open every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.) Just come to the larkins hall, room 160, there are 6 courts with nets. You just need to bring in your racquets and shuttles and you will be ready to go. for more information, please use search or reply.
Can everyone play in OSU? Thank you for your information. It says that OSU is available to play badminton. Can everyone not student use the university facility? And what day or time is good to play badminton? Since I have no badminton player in USA except for my wife, I want to go when there are many players. This is Japanese just arrived here. I feel difficulties in English conversation. But I want to make friends through playing badminton. Please give me any information to play badminton. Thank you.
Yes, anyone is allowed to use the facility. (Free for OSU people, visitors can buy either a 1-day pass ($5) or a 3-months pass (around $70 or so.....I don't remember the price) http://www.ohiostaterecsports.org/facility/hours_annual.htm you can check this link to see the hours.
Too bad you're only three years too late to play with him. Good luck in your search for a doubles partner.
Worthington Recreation Center also Good Place to Play We started playing in the badminton league at the Worthington Recreation Center last year and still play there. They divide the group up by skill level and you play with different people every week. We play on the weekends but I have also heard that people practice at other recreation centers in the area during the week, (Dublin, Columbus, and OSU). http://www.worthington.org/services/communitycenter.cfm The instructor at worthington is Derek Lee and he would be a good person to ask about practice locations in the Columbus area.
hi everyone! i'd love to play in columbus but i've been unable to find a club...can i get more info about the worthington club? thanks!
Worthington League Info There is a BADMINTON CLINIC and a BADMINTON LEAGUE at the Worthington Recreation Center... here is the latest info for both so you can get an idea of cost and program length, but a new FALL BROCHURE will be released soon here: http://www.worthington.org/services/communitycenter.cfm Fall open registration starts 8/27/2008 (Wednesday). The first day of new Sunday league is 9/21/2008, 1:30 - 5:30 current brochure: BADMINTON CLINICAge: 7Y and up South Gym Activity Fee $45.50 Resident Discount Fee $36.00 Min. 6/Max. 12 Spring#8542 Days: Su Apr 27-Jun 1 01:30 PM-02:30 PM 6 wks $45.50/$36Summer#8543 Days: Su Jun 15-Jul 13 01:30 PM-02:30 PM 5 wks $39/$30 #8546 Days: Su Jul 27-Aug 24 01:30 PM-02:30 PM 5 wks $39/$30Come and experience the world’s fastest racket sport. Badminton is no longer just a backyard game. It is recognized as a full medal sport by IOC (International Olympic Committee) since 1992. Badminton is a full-body workout sport that builds quick reflexes, aerobic endurance, and rapid hand-eye coordination. The class covers the basic strategies for doubles and single players, proper hand grips, service, basic footwork, and how to execute various net shots such as clears, drives, smashes, and drops. It is a fun sport for all ages. Instructor: Derek Lee ckdlee01@hotmail.com A $12 material fee will be due to instrutor at the first class. BADMINTON CLINIC-ADULTS Age: 16Y and up South Gym Activity Fee $62.40 Resident Discount Fee $48.00 Min. 12/Max. 24 #8547 Days: Su Apr 27-Aug 10 02:30 PM-05:30 PM 16 wksJoin Derek Lee on Saturday afternoons for open doubles play. Badminton is a full-body workout sport that builds quick reflexes, aerobic endurance, and rapid hand-eye coordination. Derek will help coordinate matches and assist with pairings.Instructor: Derek Lee
Hi, I am moving into the Columbus, OH region in the beginning of May and was wondering about any places to play badminton in or around the area. I have been through some posts here which were a little "old". Just wanted to find out the current places if any to play. Regards,
Yes, as far as I know Derek Lee still runs a badminton league, clinic and occasional open gyms at the Worthington Rec Center. He may even know of some other spots in the area, such as in Dublin and Columbus. You can contact him at ckdlee01@hotmail.com for details.
Welcome to Columbus OH. There are 5 places that I know where you can play badminton in this area. The Worthington Rec Center link above is still valid, check the Spring/Summer 2010 brochure once you get to the page. Another place is Dublin Rec Center, http://www.dublin.oh.us/recreation/ Still another place is Woodward Park Rec Center, http://parks.columbus.gov/Facility.aspx?id=26096 All 3 above are adult leagues, registration is required, runs about 10 weeks per season At Carriage Place Rec Center, it's open play, it can get crowded at times http://parks.columbus.gov/Facility.aspx?id=26062 As for OSU (Ohio State University), I’m not familiar enough to provide any information
Teamplayer, thanks a lot for the great and useful info. I look forward eagerly to playing in Columbus. Regards,
Hi, Started playing in the Dublin Recreational Center league. As far as OSU is concerned, played there a couple of times. Here are the details: 1 time pass - $10 Quarterly Pass - $144 The level of play is pretty good in OSU. The next quarter I think starts in the last week of June. Do let me know if anyone is planning on going to OSU to play. Regards,
Heh, so you have started playing. That's good. Just to add to the OSU info. I played there last Tuesday, that was my first time playing there. Bought a pass for $85. That's a guest pass for 10 entry with no expiration date. Also, there's parking fee to consider.
It's April-2016 does anyone have latest info with regards to where we can play badminton in Columbus area . I am on a short term visit to the area and wanted to see where I can play. Here is what I found so far. At OSU you cannot walk in and play, a student or an affiliate has to get you in as a guest. They play here Friday and Sunday's I believe. At the Worthington badminton clinic you have to pre-register to the league on open registration dates. They play on saturdays here At Dublin Rec center did not get much info from help desk on when they play. So, still looking...
Dublin rec center is also not walk-in. They have 2 leagues (thu and sun). Your best bet for walk in is at carriage place rec center on fridays and lazzele rec center on Wednesdays.
Do you know the level of play at carriage place or Lazzele rec center. I am an advanced player and would like to play doubles with folks at the same level to get the most out of my visit. Thanks for replying