Badminton club with coaching programs

Parents of children wanting a sport, adults wanting to improve, and competitive players looking for training and matches.

Seasonal program fees, club membership, and fees for tournaments or leagues. Fees must cover court hire, coach pay and equipment.

• Badminton coaching ability
• Planning programs and drills
• Working with children and parents
• Marketing and communication

• Coaching certification and safe sport training, check what your provincial association and venues require
• Police record checks, including vulnerable sector checks, when working with children
• Commercial general liability insurance and participant waivers
• Court availability in peak winter months when demand is highest
• WCB or WSIB coverage and employment rules if you hire coaches, check with your province
• Sign-ups vary by season, so plan cash flow for slow summer months

Startup costs are typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on court rental, equipment and how you promote your programs. These are estimates only. Court availability is tight in peak winter months, so plan bookings early.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on program sign-ups, fees and the number of coaches. The estimate assumes at least about 10 hours a week. Sign-ups vary by season, so plan cash flow for slow summer months.

Check coaching certification and safe sport training requirements from your provincial association and venues. Also check police record checks, including vulnerable sector checks, for working with children, commercial general liability insurance, participant waivers, and WCB or WSIB coverage if you hire coaches.