Frequently asked questions

No. Most players book solo. We organise mixed games so you naturally play with different people every round, without needing to bring anyone. Show up alone and you’ll know names by the end of the night.

Yes. Our sessions are beginner friendly and we deliberately mix the games so newer players are not stuck against advanced ones. If you can serve, you can play. The organiser keeps an eye out and helps if anything feels off.

Any level. We have everyone from first-timers to long-time club players. Our Smart Court Mix rates you over your first few games and matches you fairly from there. There’s no audition, no skills test.

Angel Wings sessions are for adults (18+). The community is mostly mid-20s to 40s but everyone over 18 is welcome.

Most people do. You’ll be playing different partners and opponents every round, so by the end of the night you’ll have met a chunk of the room. It’s actively friendlier than turning up with a fixed group.

Bring one if you have it. If you don’t, message us before the session and we’ll arrange a spare racket on arrival. Most regular players end up wanting their own, but you don’t need to spend money on your first night.

Anything sporty and comfortable. Indoor court shoes are important (no marking soles, no street trainers, most halls require non-marking). T-shirt, shorts or leggings, water bottle. That’s it.

No. We provide match-quality shuttles for every session. They’re included in the session price.

Sessions run 1.5 to 2 hours depending on venue. The exact end time is on each session page when you book.

It’s our way of organising the games. The app pairs and re-pairs players each round so games stay close. You’re never stuck on a one-sided court for the whole night. Beginners aren’t outclassed, advanced players actually get a workout.

Mostly, yes. Smart Court Mix balances each round by skill, so the games stay competitive. You might get a harder game or an easier one occasionally, that’s normal social badminton, but the system aims for balanced matches across the night.

We run sessions at venues across Birmingham. The exact venue and address is shown on each session page before you book.

Pick a session on the booking page, fill in your details, pay through Stripe in under a minute. Confirmation email arrives instantly with your booking code and the venue details.

Sessions are usually £10–£12 per player depending on venue. That covers court hire, match shuttles, organised rotation and access to the community. No membership fee, no monthly commitment, no surprise charges.

All major cards via Stripe (Visa, Mastercard, American Express). Apple Pay and Google Pay work too, usually the fastest way to book on a phone.

Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Inside 24 hours we try to fill your spot from the waitlist first, then handle refunds case by case. We’re reasonable about genuine emergencies.

Join the waitlist. If someone cancels we email you a claim link with a short window to book and pay. If you don’t claim in time the spot rolls to the next person on the list.

We’re a social badminton community in Birmingham. More relaxed than a traditional club, more organised than a casual knockabout. You can book pay-as-you-go sessions, play mixed games and meet friendly people without committing to a membership or weekly schedule.

Yes, friends are welcome. They just need to book their own spot. Pairs are common but not assumed, we’ll still mix the games for both of you so you’ll meet other players too.

Win games, earn rating. The leaderboard tracks your rating across the season. It’s optional, completely fine to ignore it and just play. Some players love the friendly competition, some don’t think about it. Both are valid.