Juniors' Team and Skill competition is arriving again in May! On Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, a large group of young badminton enthusiasts will gather at Esport Center to compete as teams against other clubs and teams both on the badminton court and in various skill challenges.
In the Skill and Team Competition, a badminton team competition is played, as well as the "Taitokisa"= Skill competition, which includes a skills course and a badminton quiz. The competitions are separate and both are contested as teams. Almost all the age groups have separate hobby category and competitive category, meaning that players of all levels are welcome to the event! At the end of the day, all participants will receive a participation award, and the best performing teams will be awarded with team trophies. The event has always been extremely popular, a unique place for juniors to experience team play in badminton and spend a fun day with their club mates.
The following categories are played in the competition:
U9 (2018 born and younger)
U11, Hobby and Competitive categories (2016 & 2017)
U13, Hobby and Competitive categories (2014 & 2015)
U15, Hobby and Competitive categories(2012 & 2013)
Those participating in the competitive categories need a license, which can be bought through Suomisport. U9 category and hobby categories doesn't require a license. Hobby categories are very suitable for players who have been to less or no competitions, the level is moderate there. Having fun, learning new things and meeting new friends is more important than winning. Entry fee for U9 category is 10€ and for other categories 25€.
Registration for the competition happens through your own club. Ask your club's coach who will assemble the teams for your club (Tapion Sulka players registrations to Nella by email at nella@tapionsulka.fi at latest 19.4.). If your club cannot find a team for the junior's age group, it is recommended to contact other clubs if you could join their team. This is how it has been done for many years with players coming from smaller clubs, we try to get everyone into the competition who wants to join! Hopefully your coach can help you with this, or you can contact other clubs yourself.
During the day, lunch is available at the hall. Lunch must be booked in advance when registering! Chicken pasta + salad and bread are available, for €10. Allergies special dietaries are taken into account.
Summary of the important details
When: On Saturday 2.5.2026
Where: Esport Center, Koivu-Mankkaan tie 3, Espoo
What: Season's best junior event
How: Registrations through your own club. Remember to book lunch if you wish
For who: All juniors born in 2012 after, for all the experienced competitors, novice competitors and also hobby players
See you there!
We are organizing week‑long summer camps in Espoo for children and youth aged 9–13 who are interested in racket sports. The camp includes badminton and either squash or padel training, games and fun activities.
The camp fee is 100€/week and includes rackets, balls, coaching, and a snack. The organizers are Tapion Sulka ry, Espoo Squash Rackets Club ry, and House of Padel ry. Coaching is provided by the clubs’ experienced and certified coaches.
Badminton & Padel Camp 22–26 June, 9:00–13:00 House of Games Hall, Lommilantie 2 B Registrations: robi@houseofgames.fi (Participant’s name, guardian’s phone number, possible allergies)
Badminton & Squash Camp 3–7 August, 9:00–13:00 Esport Center, Koivu‑Mankkaan tie 3 Registrations: info@tapionsulka.fi
Come and play racket sports with your friend!
Tapion Sulka and squash club ESRC organice two more Open House events at Esport Center during spring-season! Join the free sessions and play badminton and squash, develop your skills, participate in technique challenges and discover our badminton flea market! Join us and bring your friends along!
Welcome to Tapion Sulka's Six-Week Badminton Courses! We offer Family Badminton for the little one's and family members as well as Beginner Course for Adults. The course includes six (6) training sessions at Esport Center, coaching, court rental, and shuttlecocks. Coach for both courses is Alicia Gras.
Family Badminton Courses - Thursdays 18:00–19:00 - price 75€
Beginner Course for Adults – Thursdays 20:00–21:00 - price 100€
We will once again organise popular summer camps for recreational juniors aged 9–15. The camps will take place at Esport during the first and third weeks of June. Hobby Camp 1 is a five‑day camp (€250) and Hobby Camp 2 is a four‑day camp (€195).
The daily programme runs from 9:00 to 15:00. The camp fee includes coaching, shuttles, lunch, and additional activities. Our experienced coaches will divide participants into suitable level and age groups when needed. Welcome!
The camp is also open for non-members, please register by sending e-mail to info@tapionsulka.fi
The traditional and award‑winning badminton tournament for women and girls, Espoo Women’s Open 2026, is back! On February 28th at Esport Center, both new hobby players and Finland’s top athletes will take the courts — from under‑11 juniors to senior women, each in their own categories within one shared event.
The competition is renewing its format, and two new hobby categories are being introduced for women. No license or club membership is required to participate in the hobby series.
The event will also include junior hobby categories:
Registration for hobby categories is open until 13 February 2026 by email to elina.h.vaisanen (a) gmail.com. Please include: name, category, date of birth for junior categories, possible club, and the preferred size of the free tournament shirt. All registrations will receive a reply — please make sure you get a confirmation email.
Entry fees for hobby categories:
Registration for the official SSuL competition categories is done via Tournamentsoftware by February 13th 2026. Categories include: Valio, A, B, C, U9, U11, U13, U15, U17, U19, 35+, 45+. More information and registration: https://badmintonfinland.tournamentsoftware.com/tournament/5A32E0F0-0E6D-4FE2-BDE6-321D2FE836FE
