Catonsville Badminton Club

Venue

Catonsville High School
421 Bloomsbury Ave, Catonsville MD 21228

Fees

Annual Membership: $70 for an adult, $140 for a family; Adult visitors fee: $5 per visit

Schedule

Sun: 7:00pm - 10:00pm; Tues, Thurs: 8:30pm - 11:00pm

Details

The Catonsville Badminton Club is part of the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks. The Club was formed in 1962 by Henry "Hank" Bonnet when Baltimore was a hotbed of American badminton. Although none of the founding members are still active, the Club remains vibrant with a mix of players from many countries in addition to a large local contingent. Members span a wide range of skill levels; training in badminton fundamentals is available along with opportunity to play with players of other levels. Although family memberships are available, this is primarily an adult club; during crowded conditions, preference is given participants age 16 and older. The club is an active supporter of high school badminton. Several members, including Rick Wiker (in yellow and white below, who has run this very popular club since 1978), routinely assist local badminton coaches. The club also supports a local high school scholarship program and is a member of the national USABadminton organization.