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Our story

ABOUT US

Manchester badminton community built on competition, camaraderie, and consistency.

01 Our Story

GZD Badminton Club was founded in 2024 by Brenda JM, starting with a handful of friends who shared a passion for badminton and wanted to build a club with a real sense of community in Manchester. What began as casual sessions at Sugden Sports Centre has grown into a club that will compete in the Manchester Badminton League, with a growing roster of members ranging from social players to competitive regulars. Today, GZD Badminton Club runs regular training sessions, hosts internal tournaments, and continues to welcome new players who want to improve their game and be part of a supportive badminton community.

Milestones

  • 2024 GZD Badminton Club founded
  • Jun 2025 Hosted our first internal tournament
  • Sep 2025 Hosted our first internal and external tournament
  • Mar 2026 GZD x MBT Winter Games - first collaboration tournament
  • May 2026 MBT x GZD Spring Games - second collaboration tournament
  • 2026/27 Joining the Manchester Badminton League, venue change to Manchester College Openshaw
  • 2027 GZD Tournament, new coaching programme, new official partnerships and sponsorship

02 Our Mission

To build an inclusive, competitive badminton community in Manchester where every player can grow, compete, and belong.

03 Meet the Organiser

Brenda JM

Brenda moved to Manchester in 2024 and, as a working professional looking for a good way to unwind after work, decided to start GZD Badminton Club. The club was built with fellow working professionals in mind: a friendly, sociable space to enjoy badminton in the evenings after a long day at work. She organises sessions, league matches, and club tournaments, and is always happy to welcome new members into the GZD community.