This club is adult activity of the Needham Recreation Department, available to those at least 17 years old. The group does not meet on days the school is closed due to a holiday, vacation, or snow day. At times, the High School Athletic Department has to schedule last-minute games, which cancels the badminton session for that night. The gym is set up with 6 standard badminton courts, although a few of the lines are covered by lines for other sports. Play is almost entirely doubles matches, once the courts begin to fill up.
Singles play is usually possible early or late in the evening.
There is a wide range or expertise in this club, and therefore this is a good club in which beginners can develop. The evening consists primarily of game play, although you can usually get some practice in early or late. If you begin to play in March or April, you may be asked for less dues. The club does not provide refreshments or snacks, but there are water fountains at the school. In the past, the gym was being renovated and the gym had poor lighting conditions.