While many people are at work or school, a group of Sunbury women are slugging it out on the badminton court.
The Sunbury Ladies Badminton Club has been hosting games for more than 30 years on Monday and Thursday mornings at Boardman Stadium.
Cheryl Ward counts 50 members at present after a drop-off in numbers in recent years.
The club is keen to get more players involved, and Ms Ward says both social and competition players are needed, with all women welcome to play.
“Beginners are most welcome and we have racquets and basic coaching available,” Ward says. “Competition is on Mondays, while on Thursdays it’s more social with different levels on each court.”
The club also has child-minding facilities, which means mothers can play during the season.
But it isn’t just about the badminton; the club’s social life plays a big part in its appeal.
“We go out for lunch once a month and it’s about having a bit of fun together,” Ward says.
“We also enjoy a morning tea between games.”
For those wanting to try out badminton, the first session is free.
Details: Cath, 0409 256 123
