About this document

This a comprehensive guide for aspiring young badminton players in South Africa. It provides information and resources to help players develop their skills, understand the sport, and reach their full potential as badminton players.

Whether you're just starting out or have been playing for a while, this manual will serve as a valuable resource as you work towards your goals and aspirations in the sport.

So, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this manual is sure to be an essential resource in your journey to become a successful badminton player.

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Understanding the basics

Before you start playing badminton, it's important to understand the basic rules and regulations of the game. This includes understanding the scoring system, the different types of shots, and the basic footwork.

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Club or Academy

Finding a club or academy: one of the best ways to start playing badminton is to find a club or academy in your local area. This will give you access to training, coaching, and competitions.

All academies affiliated to BSA need to sign a cooperation agreement in order to ensure that our high standards are being met.

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Equipment

To play badminton, you will need a racket, shuttlecock, and appropriate clothing and shoes. It's important to have the right equipment to ensure that you can play to the best of your ability.

Competition and events

Be informed, prepared

Types of competitions: there are a variety of competitions available for junior players, including local, regional, and national events.

To perform your best in competitions, it's important to be well-prepared. This includes setting goals, preparing a competition schedule, and practicing regularly.

How to deal with winning and losing: it's important to learn how to deal with both winning and losing in a healthy way, and to continue to work towards your goals

Stay Connected

Make sure you have latest info about the game

Your growth

No one gets in the way of your development.

Get knowing

Study all aspects of the game & apply it

Challenge

accepted!

Training and practice

Develop and set goals

Developing your skills: to improve as a player, it's important to practice regularly. This includes working on your technique, footwork, and stamina.

·Setting goals: setting goals is an important part of becoming a successful player. This includes setting short-term and long-term goals, and working towards achieving them.

Health and safety

Excercise, Diet, Rest

To play badminton at a high level, it's important to maintain good physical fitness. This includes regular exercise, a healthy diet, and adequate rest.

Injury prevention:

to prevent injuries, it's important to warm up and stretch properly before playing, and to use the correct technique when playing shots.

Code of Conduct

Play respectful, win with honour

The South African Badminton Association (BSA) has rules for players, coaches, officials, volunteers, parents, and spectators to follow. This is to make sure everyone is respectful and follows the rules of badminton. People who don't follow the rules may face consequences like a warning, suspension, or being expelled from badminton activities. If someone does something really wrong, they may even face legal action. It's important for everyone to know these rules and to report any violations they see.

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