Why be a member of O.D.B.A.

There are many benefits to being a member of the OTTAWA and DISTRICT BADMINTON ASSOCIATION - the most important is that you are supporting the sport. BADMINTON is played by more people than almost any other sport in Canada either via the school system, both elementary , high school and university or via the various types of structured play areas such as, clubs, continuing education, community centres, parks and recreation programs etc.. In order that the maximum enjoyment is attained by all participants in the sportof BADMINTON a great commitment is made to the organization and promotion of the sport both by paid and volunteer workers. Apart from the opportunity to help give direction to the sport in this region you as a member benefit from the opportunity to participate in:

· CLINICS -how to COACH -how to UMPIRE - how to PLAY better

· JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT

· BADMINTON ORGANIZATION

· BADMINTON PROMOTION

· INTER CLUB PLAY

· TOURNAMENT PLAY AT VARIOUS LEVELS

· CLUB INSURANCE via THE ONTARIO BADMINTON ASSOCIATION

ODBA Sports Experts Discount Card

The ODBA has once again teamed up with local Sports Experts stores to provide discounts off badminton products. Each ODBA club will receive a card that allows a club member to receive the listed discounts when presented to the store cashier or technician. If you have any specific needs ask for the representative listed below for assistances.

The discounts are:

· 50% off restringing

· 20% off racquets

· 20% off grips, shuttles, accessories

· 20% off footwear

(*off the regular price only)

This card entitles a member of the ODBA to receive discounts off the regular price of items at Sports Experts stores at these Ottawa locations:

St.Laurent Shopping Centre, 741-3727 (Chris Ersle)

Rideau Shopping Centre , 237-5760

Bayshore Shopping Centre, 829-7680 (Joe Donnelly or Marc Gaulin)

Please speak to your club president for card availability.