Elk Grove residents currently have very limited access to badminton facilities, despite the city offering open gym time for other sports like basketball and volleyball.

Badminton is a popular, low-impact sport suitable for all ages — from kids to seniors — and is widely played in nearby cities like Sacramento, Folsom, and Rancho Cordova. However, Elk Grove residents must travel 20–40 minutes to access public badminton courts, creating a barrier for regular participation.

We are requesting the City of Elk Grove Parks and Recreation Department to introduce badminton open gym hours at existing community centers or gyms. This could be done by:

• Adding badminton lines and portable nets to existing gyms
• Allocating specific time slots for badminton, similar to other drop-in sports
• Running a pilot program to measure community interest and participation

Providing badminton access would:

• Promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles
• Offer an inclusive sport for all age groups and skill levels
• Better utilize existing public facilities
• Meet the needs of a growing and diverse community

We, the undersigned, ask the City of Elk Grove to support this initiative and bring badminton access to our community.