Seattle Badminton Club, Kirkland

Founded in 2010 by a group of veteran badminton players, including former head coach of Team USA Wendy Carter, Seattle Badminton Club provides plenty of space and opportunities to enjoy the fast, exciting sport. Ten regulation-size courts host bouts between players of all skill levels during drop-in matches and organized leagues. The gym also offers lessons for children and adults, imparting both the basic techniques to make proper shots and the competitive skills to wrestle birdies away from hunting dogs' mouths.