The Badminton and Racquet Club is located just west of St. Clair Station. Frankly, if someone…read morehadn't led me directly to the doors of the BRC, I would have had NO idea it was even there. I don't play Badminton, Racquetball or Tennis so it's clear that I'm not a member, but we came here for our work christmas dinner. The Club itself is fairly large, given that its smack dab in the middle of the city. However, as we went through a tour of the facilities and the building itself, its very clear that the building is old and disjointed and lacks proper flow from one area to another. The courts seemed to be in quite good condition though and you could tell this was an upscale type of club. The area where we had our lunch was quite nicely refinished and looked very crisp. We were seated in a room with a large round table for lunch. There was a set Christmas menu with choice for the main: squash and apple soup, a choice of Turkey Dinner, Salmon or Vegetarian and Christmas "pudding" for dessert. The food was quite good, I very much enjoyed the soup, a nice hearty appetizer for a cold day. The Turkey dinner was great, stuffing, vegetables, turkey, cranberry sauce and potatoes. The Christmas "pudding" was a bit odd, more like a cake with a small scoop of ice cream, but still good. Overall, it was a good experience for a staff luncheon but I dont' think I would recommend this venue for anything other than a relatively casual lunch (provided you know someone who's a member) as the facilities just don't seem to be able to handle much beyond that.

Though I've never been here to play Badminton...or any racquet related sport honestly, I have been…read morein their event spaces . The Badminton & Racquet Club is nothing special on the venue front. Yes, they can host weddings (or in the event I went to, a funeral - yay), but really in the city you could do much better. Their space is nice, through slightly dated, probably due to an older demographic who frequents the club (I assume!). It seems to me that they are going for a "classic" look, but the result is more of a "dated" look - it reminds me a lot of the Faculty Club at the University of Toronto - in fact I wouldn't be surprised if these clubs were somehow linked. In terms of food, they do make a mean cheese platter - at their finger sandwiches are definitely tasty. Also, the bartenders are heavy handed on the alcohol - which may have not been the most appropriate at the event I was attending - but you know. The bartenders themselves were quite friendly and one in particular makes quite a delicious caesar! The only part of the club that does not need an update, in my opinion, are the washrooms. I am a sucker for venue-branded one time use towels (I know, I'm a tree killer) and soaps and lotions, apparently. Overall as a venue, this place is ok, but nothing special. In a city of hundreds on venues, you could definitely do a lot better (but also a lot worse) than the Badminton & Racquet Club.

We are very pleased with our family membership, there are lots of activities to take part in and…read morethe facility is never crowded, which makes it more fun.

Variety Village is a membership based fitness and recreation facility for people of all abilities…read more It is home to a 40meter 6 lane swimming pool, 5 lane 200m track, 3 full size basketball courts, high elements ropes course, rock wall and a wide variety of fitness an recreation programs.

My children have been enrolled in the junior development program at Gladiator Soccer Academy for…read moreabout four months now. Our children have been involved in numerous focused sports program in the past, and we have been very impressed with the approach and quality of instruction at Gladiator Soccer. Coach Segev runs a very organized program focused on skills development, and we can see marked improvements in our children already. The passion for soccer, and dedication and commitment to developing strong, skilled players for the long haul is evident in Segev's approach and attitude. This is both refreshing and reassuring for me as a parent.

From the owner: What sets Gladiator Soccer Academy apart from other soccer clubs is our holistic approach to player…read moredevelopment, deeply rooted in a commitment to nurturing not just skilled athletes but well-rounded individuals. As a leading soccer academy in the region, we provide a unique blend of expert coaching, state-of-the-art facilities, and a community-driven environment. Our soccer club stands out by offering a comprehensive curriculum that encompasses technical skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness, tailored to each age group and skill level. We understand that every player is unique, and our personalized training ensures that each one receives the attention and guidance needed to thrive. At Gladiator Soccer Academy, our coaching staff is comprised of former professional players and seasoned coaches who bring a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching. This level of expertise allows us to offer specialized training techniques that are typically reserved for elite soccer academies. Whether it's through rigorous training drills, competitive league play, or interactive soccer workshops, our soccer club is committed to providing a premier educational and athletic experience. Furthermore, our soccer academy fosters a strong sense of community and sportsmanship among our players. We believe in the power of soccer to unite people, and we encourage our players to build lasting friendships, respect their teammates and opponents, and contribute positively to their teams.

My son is a 11 years old grade 5 boy. He had been in Markham gators team for a while, but we just…read morequit yesterday. If your kids are the top 5 in the team then you are lucky, the Coach will try to treat you kids nicely and give your kids much more play time than the other kids. If your kids are not so great for example if they are last 3 in the team, it was like a nightmare. The Coach is trying to create a wolf culture in the team. If you are the top player , you can take other players time to play. If you are at the bottom, you are not deserve to play. They are trying to teach a group of 11 year old boy how cruel the world is, weak meat strong eat. There is no fairness, no compassionate, no caring about other kids' feeling. There is only fighting to win the game. The Coach will find any excuses to kick your kids out of the court letting the other kids who play better substitute you. The kids' confidence will be destroyed by this. This team's spirit is encouraging discrimination to the less competent players in the team. I want my boy to be himself, I want him know if he is trying he can improve. Enjoy to play even he lost the game but he tried. I want my boy understand team work, be compassionate and willing to help. So I won't choose a team like this ever again no matter the coaches' training skill good or not.

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Brand new Netball club in Toronto with a pathways to success program towards provincial and…read morenational representation!!

The sports centre is closed to the general public currently with the provincial lockdown…read more There are 2 large parking lots (North and South) along with a middle drop off area for team buses. The protocol for entering is to have a valid negative test, and pass a manned screening station plus temperature scan before being allowed in for sports training. Looking forward to the post pandemic when this great sports facility is reopened for all to enjoy

A really great facility with friendly staff and an awesome walking track…read more If you're interested in using the free walking track, all you have to do is sign up at the Information Desk and they give a free bar code key chain to use. The walking track is free to use and available from 7am - 11am & 5pm - 8pm everyday. Lockers are also free, just bring your own lock Parking is free for 2 hrs There is also a Tim Hortons and Booster Juice located inside the facility.