Glen Shields
Badminton

Community coaching for all levels across the Vaughan area. Drop in or commit to a full term — every court, every session, all welcome.

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🎉 First class is FREE for every new member

Simple, Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. Choose the option that works for your schedule.

Every new member gets one FREE trial class, no strings attached

Drop-In Session

$25 / session

No commitment. Join any available session and pay per class. Perfect for flexible schedules or first-timers.

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Best Value

Term Enrollment

$180 / term

9 coached sessions

Commit to the full term and get all 9 coaching sessions for one fixed price. The fastest way to progress.

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Recreational Play

$10 / session

$5 for students

Casual, unsupervised drop-in play for friends and family. Bring your own racket and birdies, and enjoy the court on your own time.

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Welcoming Community

Passionate players of all levels, from first-timers to competitive veterans. You will find your place on the court.

Expert Coaching

Certified coaches focused on technique, footwork, and game sense. Group sessions structured for real improvement.

Local School Courts

Sessions held at a school gymnasium close to home. Convenient, accessible, and no long drives required.

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What Members Say

4.5 on Google
★★★★★

"This badminton club helped me improve my badminton skills, now I can beat my friends in badminton. Now I play goodminton."

— Brayden Feng
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"Awesome coaches and my kids have had so much fun and improvement playing with others in our community :)"

— Meiling C
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"An incredible experience! I improved so much after 1 month and it's my favourite way to destress. The location is also very convenient."

— Stephen Wang

About Us

A youth-led community program bringing affordable, coach-led badminton to Vaughan.

How Glen Shields Started

For years, accessing badminton in Vaughan felt out of reach. The closest coach-led programs were over ten kilometres away and cost more than forty dollars per session. For many families in the community, this created a real barrier, young people who wanted to play simply could not afford the time or cost to participate.

Glen Shields Badminton was founded by youth, for youth. We came together with a shared goal: make badminton affordable, local, and welcoming. Today we are one of the few coach-led badminton programs in Vaughan, operating in the east side of the city where youth programs, especially badminton, are scarce.

We run organized sessions out of rented school gymnasium courts, keeping costs low so that more families can participate. Every week, participants build fitness, make friends, and find a community they can count on.

What to Expect

Structured Coaching

Each session includes warm-ups, technique drills, and open play, led by experienced coaches who give clear, constructive feedback.

All Skill Levels Welcome

From complete beginners to more experienced players, our coaches adjust instruction to meet each participant where they are.

Consistent Location Each Year

Each year is held at a single school gymnasium. Your location is confirmed at registration and stays the same for all sessions that year.

Affordable, Flexible Pricing

Drop in for $25 per session, or commit to a term of 9 classes for $180. No long contracts, no hidden fees.

Our Coaches

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Oleksandr Zubarev

Coach

A coach at Glen Shields since the program began. Oleksandr is a former top-20 nationally ranked player in his age group in Canada, with over 8 years of playing experience and 2 years of coaching. He has a strong ability to identify technical mistakes quickly and give constructive feedback, while keeping sessions positive and engaging.

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Raymond Tan

Coach

One of the founding members of Glen Shields Badminton. Raymond is a certified skiing instructor with a tutoring background and volunteer experience in badminton. He brings clear communication skills, structured lesson planning, and a patient, encouraging coaching style that helps players of all levels build confidence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Glen Shields Badminton.

Yes! Every new member is entitled to one free trial class. No payment required, just sign up and come out. It is a great way to experience the coaching and meet the group before committing to a plan.
We offer two options after your free trial. A drop-in session is $25 per class, no commitment needed, just show up. A term enrollment is $180 for 9 coached sessions, which works out to $20 per class.
Glen Shields Badminton rents gymnasium courts at local schools. Each year runs at a single school location for the entire year. The specific location for your class will be confirmed at registration.
Yes, absolutely. Glen Shields Badminton welcomes players of all skill levels, from complete beginners to more experienced players. Our coaches adapt their instruction to meet each player where they are.
If you have your own racket, please bring it. For those who do not have one, the coaches have a few spare rackets available, though the amount is limited. We strongly encourage everyone to bring their own racket if possible.
Any footwear is allowed, although indoor court shoes are strongly recommended. Running shoes are permitted but are not ideal for court play. Footwear such as crocs and boots is highly not recommended due to safety concerns, and players may be asked to sit off if their footwear is considered dangerous.
Sessions are led by Oleksandr Zubarev and Raymond Tan. Oleksandr is a former top-20 nationally ranked player in his age group in Canada with over 8 years of playing experience and 2 years of coaching. Raymond is a certified instructor with a background in tutoring and badminton volunteering.
Our program is primarily focused on youth and young people, but we welcome anyone who wants to participate. Our goal is to make badminton accessible and affordable for the community.
Fill out the registration form on our Sign Up page. Select your plan (drop-in or term), enter your details, and submit. We will follow up by email with payment information and session details.
You can pay in person or digitally. Payment methods will be discussed after your trial class.

Still have questions?

glen.shields.badm1nton@gmail.com