đź‘‹ Welcome to Shuttlecats

Shuttlecats is an LGBTQI+ social badminton club for adults located in Melbourne, Australia. If you identify as a queer femme, them, or friend, come along for a social, non-competitive play. 

đź“… Every Tuesday night from 7:30pm - 9:30pm , pending public holidays or MSAC closures

đź“… Fortnightly on Saturdays from 2:00pm - 4:00pm , pending public holidays or MSAC closures

📍 Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre at Albert Park

🤑 Session fees: $10 members, $15 guests

Questions, concerns or comments? Contact us at shuttlecats@gmail.com or chat to us on Instagram or Facebook!

 

đź’ś First time at Shuttlecats?

Welcome! Grab a ticket for the session you'd like to attend & sign the waiver form ahead of time đź«¶

 

🌻 What's it like playing at Shuttlecats?

All skill levels welcome! We have a coach that runs skill exercises and experienced players that can offer tips during the sessions.

Check out our Instragram for photos & updates đꑉ @shuttlecatsbadminton
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Apr
14
Shuttlecats Tuesday Badminton Session 14/04/2026
Melbourne Sports Centres - MSAC
19:30 – 21:30
Tonight we have 4 courts. Meet at Court 3 in Stadium 4! Attending a Session Pre-purchase your ticket before the session, payments are not accepted in-person Shuttlecats is a club for adults, you need to be over 18 to attend Racquets are available to borrow during the session, make sure to return it before you leave. Session fees are non-refundable unless the session is cancelled If you've bought a ticket and can't attend a session, please let us know in advance to free space for someone else! Members can request a session credit for an upcoming session however you must let us know by 12pm on Tuesday sessions and 5pm on Friday for Saturday sessions. Fill out this form to reschedule your ticket and so we can free up a spot for someone else at busy sessions Sign-up for a 2025 Shuttlecats membership to get a discounted session fee Guests are always welcome, and must fill out our once-off Guest Waiver Tips for the Session When you arrive: Let a Shuttlecats organiser know you've arrived before starting play so that your name can be included on our games board During the session: Meet new people and brush up on your badminton skills! Keep an eye on the whiteboard for your name to be pulled for an upcoming game Check the coaching sessions to sign up for drills, or seek advice how to improve in play If you need a racquet, ask a committee member to borrow one. Please return it at the end of the session When you leave: Return any borrowed racquets Exit MSAC promptly after the session DO NOT PLAY and stay home if you are: A positive COVID-19 case Feeling unwell or displaying COVID-19 symptoms Shuttlecats Merchandise Items for sale in our store can be collected in person. Check out our online store page for shirts or racquet grips. We still have a number of sizes available of our shuttlecats tee.  
Apr
21
Shuttlecats Tuesday Badminton Session 21/04/2026
Melbourne Sports Centres - MSAC
19:30 – 21:30
Tonight we have 4 courts. Meet at Court 3 in Stadium 4! Attending a Session Pre-purchase your ticket before the session, payments are not accepted in-person Shuttlecats is a club for adults, you need to be over 18 to attend Racquets are available to borrow during the session, make sure to return it before you leave. Session fees are non-refundable unless the session is cancelled If you've bought a ticket and can't attend a session, please let us know in advance to free space for someone else! Members can request a session credit for an upcoming session however you must let us know by 12pm on Tuesday sessions and 5pm on Friday for Saturday sessions. Fill out this form to reschedule your ticket and so we can free up a spot for someone else at busy sessions Sign-up for a 2025 Shuttlecats membership to get a discounted session fee Guests are always welcome, and must fill out our once-off Guest Waiver Tips for the Session When you arrive: Let a Shuttlecats organiser know you've arrived before starting play so that your name can be included on our games board During the session: Meet new people and brush up on your badminton skills! Keep an eye on the whiteboard for your name to be pulled for an upcoming game Check the coaching sessions to sign up for drills, or seek advice how to improve in play If you need a racquet, ask a committee member to borrow one. Please return it at the end of the session When you leave: Return any borrowed racquets Exit MSAC promptly after the session DO NOT PLAY and stay home if you are: A positive COVID-19 case Feeling unwell or displaying COVID-19 symptoms Shuttlecats Merchandise Items for sale in our store can be collected in person. Check out our online store page for shirts or racquet grips. We still have a number of sizes available of our shuttlecats tee.  
Apr
28
Shuttlecats Tuesday Badminton Session 28/04/2026
Melbourne Sports Centres - MSAC
19:30 – 21:30
Tonight we have 4 courts. Meet at Court 3 in Stadium 4! Attending a Session Pre-purchase your ticket before the session, payments are not accepted in-person Shuttlecats is a club for adults, you need to be over 18 to attend Racquets are available to borrow during the session, make sure to return it before you leave. Session fees are non-refundable unless the session is cancelled If you've bought a ticket and can't attend a session, please let us know in advance to free space for someone else! Members can request a session credit for an upcoming session however you must let us know by 12pm on Tuesday sessions and 5pm on Friday for Saturday sessions. Fill out this form to reschedule your ticket and so we can free up a spot for someone else at busy sessions Sign-up for a 2025 Shuttlecats membership to get a discounted session fee Guests are always welcome, and must fill out our once-off Guest Waiver Tips for the Session When you arrive: Let a Shuttlecats organiser know you've arrived before starting play so that your name can be included on our games board During the session: Meet new people and brush up on your badminton skills! Keep an eye on the whiteboard for your name to be pulled for an upcoming game Check the coaching sessions to sign up for drills, or seek advice how to improve in play If you need a racquet, ask a committee member to borrow one. Please return it at the end of the session When you leave: Return any borrowed racquets Exit MSAC promptly after the session DO NOT PLAY and stay home if you are: A positive COVID-19 case Feeling unwell or displaying COVID-19 symptoms Shuttlecats Merchandise Items for sale in our store can be collected in person. Check out our online store page for shirts or racquet grips. We still have a number of sizes available of our shuttlecats tee. Â