Badminton in Markham
Markham runs drop-in badminton in its community centre gymnasiums, including the Markham Pan Am Centre, whose 36,000 sq ft gym was built for the 2015 Pan American Games. Below: 8 places in Markham, how to get drop-in times, and what it costs.
- 8 places
- Checked October 9, 2026
- New to it? Read the guide
Places for badminton in Markham
Markham Pan Am Centre
16 Main Street Unionville, Markham
Indoor
Sport drop-ins in the 36,000 sq ft gymnasium
How to get drop-in times
Drop-in times change each season and are posted in the City of Markham's drop-in program list. Some sessions ask you to reserve a spot online before you go.
- Open the City of Markham drop-in programs page and choose "View drop in programs".
- Filter by badminton and pick a community centre and time.
- If the session needs a reservation, sign in with a City of Markham recreation account and reserve.
- Bring payment, or a Recreation Activity Pass, to the front desk.
What it costs
- Drop-in gym admission: $5.17 for adults (16+), $3.10 for children (15 and under), $3.63 for older adults (65+), plus HST. Fees effective September 1, 2026. Source
- A 1-month Recreation Activity Pass covers drop-in badminton, basketball and pickleball, plus swims and skates: $49.82 for adults, $32.86 for children, $34.86 for older adults, plus HST. Buy it at a community centre. Source
Getting started
A fast racquet sport played indoors on a gym court. Drop-in sessions rotate players, so you meet new partners every game.
- Bring indoor court shoes with non-marking soles.
- Bring your own racquet and shuttles if you have them.
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Questions
Where can I play drop-in badminton in Markham?
In the gymnasiums of Markham's community centres, such as Aaniin, Angus Glen, Armadale, Centennial, Cornell, Thornhill, Thornlea and the Markham Pan Am Centre. The City's drop-in list shows which centre runs badminton each season.
How much does drop-in badminton cost in Markham?
Adult drop-in gym admission is $5.17 plus HST (September 2026 fees). Children pay $3.10 and older adults $3.63.
Is there a pass for regular players?
Yes. The 1-month Recreation Activity Pass ($49.82 plus HST for adults) covers drop-in badminton, basketball, pickleball, swims and skates.
Do I need to book a drop-in badminton spot?
Some sessions ask you to reserve a spot online; others are first come, first served. Each session in the City's drop-in list says which.
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Sources: City of Markham: Drop In Programs, City of Markham: Markham Pan Am Centre, City of Markham. Checked October 9, 2026.
Contains public sector Information made available under the City of Markham's Open Data Licence.
Confirm with the city before you go: times can change at short notice.