Looking for badminton in Purley? Badminton Unlimited Club coaches at Thomas More Catholic School on Russell Hill Road. It is our busiest venue, with sessions for juniors, adults and academy players right through the week.
We are not a turn up and play club. Every session is proper coaching, led by qualified coaches who work hard on your technique, footwork, fitness and match play. Whether your child is picking up a racket for the first time or you want to sharpen your own game, there is a session here for you.
Where we are
Thomas More Catholic School
Russell Hill Road, Purley CR8 2XP
The hall is on the school field, inside the grounds. There is plenty of free parking in the school car park. Buses stop on Russell Hill Road and at Purley Cross nearby, and the nearest station is Purley, a short walk away. Players travel in from across the area too, including Coulsdon, Kenley, Sanderstead and Riddlesdown.
What is on in Purley
| Day | Time | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00pm – 7:00pm | Elite / Performance Academy |
| Thursday | 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Elite Academy |
| Thursday | 8:00pm – 10:00pm | Adult coaching |
| Saturday | 12:30pm – 2:30pm | Adult coaching |
| Saturday | 2:30pm – 4:30pm | Academy session |
| Saturday | 4:30pm – 6:00pm | Junior class |
| Sunday | 9:00am – 11:00am | Performance Academy |
| Sunday | 11:00am – 12:30pm | Junior class |
Juniors
Beginner to intermediate classes for kids. We build technique first, then footwork, speed and match play. We have rackets you can borrow, but we recommend bringing your own if you have one. Parents are welcome to stay, and coaches give direct feedback on how your child is getting on.
Adults
All levels welcome, from returning players to improvers. The focus is on a smoother, stronger game: footwork, consistency and cutting out easy mistakes. Two adult sessions in Purley, Thursday evening and Saturday lunchtime, both taking new members.
Academy
For committed players working towards county and national level. Entry is by coach assessment. Ask us if you think your child is ready.
Pricing
Membership is monthly, no pay-per-session. Junior membership is £11.75 per session, which works out at £48 a month. Adult coaching works out at £15.70 per session on a monthly membership. We have rackets you can borrow, but we recommend bringing your own if you have one.
Common questions about Purley
All ages. Kids from 4 to 17, and adults of any age.
Yes. Purley is our main adult venue, with sessions on Thursday evenings and Saturday lunchtimes.
Footwork, technique, game sense and tactics.
Four matted courts in our own standalone building, with lots of free parking.
Adult sessions, the performance academy, the regular academy, and junior classes on both Saturday and Sunday.
Junior membership is £11.75 per session, which works out at £48 a month. Adult coaching works out at £15.70 per session.
We have rackets you can borrow, but we recommend bringing your own if you have one.
Yes. We also run junior classes and our performance academy at our Croydon venue at Ark Blake Academy. See our Croydon page.
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“Great club with a skilled coach. Not many clubs offer adult coaching, 12 months a year. Harry and John doing a good job.”
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