8.0 Conclusion

All in all, badminton is a very interesting sports. It is a fitness games. It not just for healthy, if you are really interesting, you will learn the skills and thinking why just a small shuttlecock will produce a huge influenced on human to play badminton. As we knew, badminton is a quite famous game in Malaysia especially our Datuk Lee Chong Wei is the first seed of single man player. 

These are the basic information that i mentioned before which are the definition of badminton, history of badminton, rules, badminton equipment, fitness training in badminton, basic skills for badminton, and additional information of badminton. I hope the badminton fans will love it especially for beginner. 

At last but not least, I always keep emphasizing that we have to do warm-up first once we want to play badminton. After that, you all have to warm-down due to it can release the muscle strength and it won’t easier to get injured in the long term view.

7.0 Additional Information of Videos

7.1 Proper Racket Grip in Badminton

7.2 Short Serve in Badminton

7.3 Long Serve in Badminton

7.4 Basic Footwork for Badminton Beginner

7.5 Badminton Basic Drills - Drive

7.6 Badminton Basic Drills - Clear

7.7 Badminton Techniques - Forehand net kill

7.8 Badminton Basic Drills - Drop and Lift

7.9 Badminton Basic Drills - 2v1 Push and Defense

7.10 Badminton Basic Drills - 2v1 Smash and Net

6.0 Basic Skills for Badminton

6.0  Basic Skills for Badminton

6.1  Badminton Drop Shots

6.1.1    6.1.1 A Slow Drop Shot

A slow drop shot shall land in your opponent's front court area, as close to the net as possible. The point of impact is above the racket shoulder. It is intended to move your opponent to the front court, hopefully forcing a weak return to your mid court for you to kill.

6.1.2       6.1.2  Forehand Drop Shot

The forehand overhead drop shot is similar to the action of throwing a ball. If you can throw a ball well, you shouldn't have a problem playing it.

6.1.3      6.1.3 Backhand Drop Shot

It is not easy to play a backhand overhead drop shot. Even experienced players have problems with this badminton stroke. You shall always try to play an 'around the head' forehand drop shot whenever possible.

6.1.4      6.1.4 Around the Head Drop Shot

This is actually a forehand overhead badminton drop shot played at the non-racket side of your body. Try to use it whenever play permits as a forehand stroke is always better and more accurate than a backhand.

6.2  Badminton Clear

6.2.1        Overhead Clear

Which have attacking clear and defensive clear.

6.2.2      6.2.2   Forehand Overhead Clear

6.2.3     6.2.3  Backhand Overhead Clear

6.2.4      6.2.4 Around the Head Clear

6.3  Badminton Net Play

6.3.1        Net Shots

6.3.2        Net Kill

6.3.3        Net Lift

6.4 Badminton Serve

6.4.1 High Serve

Use this badminton serve during singles play to move your opponent as far back in court as possible, thus opening up his court.

6.4.2 Short Serve

6.4.3 Flick Serve

Use this badminton serve when you are under pressure from a rushing opponent.

6.4.4 Drive Serve

Use this badminton serve to add some variation to your serving game. This is considered an attacking serve and can be used in singles and doubles. The shuttle will travel at a flatter angle pass the net with pace.

5.0 Fitness training in Badminton

5.1 General principles of fitness training

5.1.1 Specificity 

From a simple point of view, specificity of training refers to whether training is relevant. For example, power

training for a javelin thrower is likely to require very different routines to those which would be used for

badminton players. Relevant power training for Badminton would simulate some of the movements which are

experienced on the court. An example would be the use of lunges for strength development. Because this

movement is so important to badminton, training with lunges is very specific and therefore more effective

than general techniques.

5.1.2 Progression

The whole purpose of good training is to expose the player to situations where the body’s physical limits are 

gradually being extended. For example, an athlete wishing to complete a marathon would have to

gradually extend the distance covered in training sessions. Gradually over a matter of weeks a session

which was hard will become easier and the distance or the intensity (i.e., speed) will have to be increased for 

the training programme to continue to be effective in promoting improved fitness. The same is, of course, true 

in Badminton.

5.1.3 Variation Training needs to be varied in order to enhance both physical and psychological development. There are a  number of general physical requirements of a badminton player. For example; speed, strength, endurance,  flexibility. While these should all be developed specifically, it is also beneficial if there is some general  development of these components as well. Some players like to go running for endurance fitness but  overuse injuries can result from a lack of variation in training. It would be preferable if endurance work  could be performed using a range of training activities (e.g., swimming, cycling, running and other  sports).

5.2 Training techniques for Badminton

5.2.1 Warm up & warm down

Any exercise is a considerable stress on the human body and the body should be given time to adapt to 

exercise and also to recover from exercise. Warm-up and warm-down are similar in principle and similar 

exercises can mostly be used for both purposes. Warm-up and warm-down are easily ignored as they 

may not appear to have a direct bearing on the training session in hand but both elements should be part of 

every training session and time should be allocated (at least 10 minutes each) to allow this to happen.

           

A warm-up has psychological and physiological goals. Firstly, it should involve dynamic movements that help 

to increase body temperature. This is initially achieved by general activity such as gentle jogging for around 

five minutes. Secondly, it should involve some stretching which will help to prepare the muscles for the 

stresses ahead. After jogging, some stretching should be performed. This should particularly concentrate on 

muscles that are to be used in the activity. Stretching in a warm-up should involve some dynamic flexibility 

work– i.e., movements through a complete range of motion. Finally, warm-up has psychological advantages 

as it should allow the player to mentally prepare for subsequent training or competition.

Warm–down is the opposite of warm–up and is performed after completion of an exercise session. The 

purpose of warm down is to maintain a slightly elevated metabolism which will help to promote recovery 

from the exercise that has just taken place. A moderate intensity activity is an excellent way to promote 

recovery of previously active muscle so a few minutes jogging is to be recommended after completion of a 

session. Like warm-up, this should also be followed by some stretching. Stretching after exercise is not as 

common a practice as it should be. This is a very important way to further promote the recovery from 

exercise and to help reduce injury risk. 

4.0 Badminton Equipment

4.1 Badminton racket

The frame of the Racket can be made of steel, aluminium, carbon fibre, ceramic, boron or a combination of some of these. It shall not exceed 680mm in overall length and 230 mm in overall width.

So how to choose a Badminton Racket that suits you most?

With so many selections out there, indeed it can be very confusing. Let me share with you my experience in choosing one. First, for me, I am a student so I will buy an economical racket with the price between RM100 to RM150. Second, there are several types of rackets such as heavier racket, not heavy (light) racket and so on. Heavier racket can generate more power (attack) when you did smash but it is hard to control (poor defend) because when you swing the racket, the movement will become slow. However, not heavy racket is easy to control for defending and attack but it can’t generate more power unless you have stronger wrist. Consequences, my suggestion buy a not heavy racket for beginner players.

Here is some additional information, a majority of racket manufacturers uses 1U, 2U, 3U, 4U to indicate the weight of the racket, 1U being the heaviest and 4U the lightest. The weight of high quality rackets ranges from 83 grams to 100 grams. Furthermore, most racket manufacturers provide four grip sizes. In Japan, they range from G2, G3, and G4 to G5 where G2 is the biggest size and G5 is the smallest size. In some countries, the opposite applies. Some brands go from small, medium and big sizes.

4.2 Shuttlecock

A Shuttlecock shall have 16 feathers fixed in a cork base covered in kid leather. Interestingly, the best Badminton Shuttlecocks are made from feathers from the left wing of a goose. The feathers shall be measured from the tip to the top of the base and each shuttle shall be of the same length. This length can be between 62mm and 70mm. The shuttle shall weigh between 4.74 to 5.50 grams.

Shuttles are usually graded according to speed. If you have reached a certain level and can hit from baseline to baseline, use standard speed shuttlecocks. If your strength is not there yet, you can use shuttlecocks of a slightly faster speed. You will enjoy the game more if you can send the shuttles to the baseline. The speed at which the shuttle travels is also affected by the weather, altitude and temperature. When it's hot, the shuttle will fly faster. When it's cold, the shuttle will move slower. If you are playing in an air-conditioned hall, use a slightly faster shuttle. If you're playing at high altitude, use a slower speed shuttle. To test the speed of a shuttle, use a full underhand stroke which makes contact with the shuttle over the back boundary line. You shall hit the shuttle at an upward angle and in a direction parallel to the side lines. A shuttle of correct speed will land not less than 530 mm and not more than 990mm short of the Badminton Court back boundary line. 4.3 Badminton String Choosing the right Badminton String to go with your racket is important. It may win you games when playing against opponent of similar standard. But how you know which string is the right one? First, you have to know that there are two types of Badminton Strings, strings made of natural guts material or synthetic material. Natural guts strings provide more feel, control and power. It gives out less vibration and is nice to play with. However, they are less durable and more expensive. Unless you have a higher budget, you may want to use the synthetic ones. Badminton Strings have different gauge numbers to indicate the thickness or diameter of the strings. Thicker strings will have a lower gauge number. A 20 gauge string is thicker than a 22 gauge one. Thicker strings are more durable and gives more control but not as powerful. Thinner strings will give you more zip and power but they don't last long. So, a higher string tension will give you more control and more power if you may control well. For beginner, my suggestion is 22pounds or 23 pounds because it may easy to control compared with if you tight up 26pounds and above. However, you may feel it and test it from friend’s badminton racket before you buy. 4.4 Badminton Shoe A good pair of Badminton Shoes must provide good grip, cushioning and some flexibility at the forefoot. Never wear jogging shoes to play badminton. These shoes have thicker soles and lack the stability needed for badminton. You might end up twisting your ankles. If you want to get a good grip from your badminton shoes, only wear it on badminton courts. Do not wear it for jogging or any other activities. Once the grip is gone, the shoes will not be effective on court anymore. Reserve it solely for Badminton purposes. When selecting the size, leave a space about a thumb's width from the tip of your big toe to the tip of the shoes. This will allow some room for your feet to move inside your shoes after wearing sports socks. If your heels and knees start to hurt every time you land heavily on the floor after jumping, it means that the cushioning of your shoes has worn off. Although your shoes may still look new, it may be time to change them. If you want them to last longer, you may have to change the insole. To protect your heels, it would be wise to invest in a good pair of heel cups. While they may be expensive, they are certainly worth it as they can save you from a lot of pain. Heel cups can also help to prolong the life span of your Badminton Shoes. If you decide to invest in them, get a good pair that comes with a life-time guarantee. 4.5 Badminton Accessory In this Badminton Accessory category, I have grouped five items under it. They are Grip, Badminton Clothes, Socks, Wrist Band and Head Band. 4.5.1 Grip You can choose to use either a towel grip or a synthetic one. Both serve the same purpose, which is to absorb sweat and provide you a drier feel. So it's really up to personal preference as to which to use. I personally prefer to use the synthetic ones. I don't feel comfortable with the towel ones. I would recommend that you change your grips more often if you really want to enjoy playing Badminton as well as for hygiene purposes. 4.5.2 Badminton Clothes Always wear shirts and shorts that are comfortable and will not hinder your movements. I usually wear a cotton round-neck or a collar t-shirts with a pair of light shorts. Badminton is a game with much cardiovascular activity. So there will always be a lot of sweat. Usually a normal cotton t-shirt will do well to absorb your sweat, but you can always go for a more fancy shirt that does it better. A track suit is useful too, so that you can warm up before play and cool down gradually afterwards. 4.5.3 Socks Wear a pair of thick cotton socks as they help to absorb sweat. It will prevent your feet from slipping inside your shoes. Nylon socks can stretch and provide good fit but are not suitable for badminton as they can't absorb much sweat. 4.5.4 Wrist Band If you are those that perspire a lot, consider getting a wrist band. It will prevent your sweat from flowing to your racket handle. 4.5.5 Head Band Wear a Head Band if you are wearing spectacles. It will prevent your lenses from getting wet. Head Bands will also stop the sweat from getting into your eyes.

3.0 Rules

3.1 Playing court dimensions

The following information is a simplified summary of badminton rules based on the BWF Statutes publication, Laws of Badminton.

The court is rectangular and divided into halves by a net. Courts are usually marked for both singles and doubles play, although badminton rules permit a court to be marked for singles only. The doubles court is wider than the singles court, but both are of same length. The exception, which often causes confusion to newer players, is that the doubles court has a shorter serve-length dimension.

The full width of the court is 6.1 metres (20 ft), and in singles this width is reduced to 5.18 metres (17 ft). The full length of the court is 13.4 metres (44 ft). The service courts are marked by a centre line dividing the width of the court, by a short service line at a distance of 1.98 metres (6 ft 6 inch) from the net, and by the outer side and back boundaries. In doubles, the service court is also marked by a long service line, which is 0.76 metres (2 ft 6 inch) from the back boundary.

The net is 1.55 metres (5 ft 1 inch) high at the edges and 1.524 metres (5 ft) high in the centre. The net posts are placed over the doubles sidelines, even when singles is played.

The minimum height for the ceiling above the court is not mentioned in the Laws of Badminton. Nonetheless, a badminton court will not be suitable if the ceiling is likely to be hit on a high service.

3.2 Serving

Each game is played to 21 points, with players scoring a point whenever they win a rally regardless of whether they served (this differs from the old system where players could only win a point on their serve and each game was played to 15 points). A match is the best of three games.

At the start of the rally, the server and receiver stand in diagonally opposite service courts (see photo: court dimensions). The server hits the shuttlecock so that it would land in the receiver's service court. This is similar to tennis, except that a badminton serve must be hit below waist height and with the racquet shaft pointing downwards, the shuttlecock is not allowed to bounce and in badminton, the players stand inside their service courts unlike tennis.

When the serving side loses a rally, the serve immediately passes to their opponent(s) (this differs from the old system where sometimes the serve passes to the doubles partner for what is known as a "second serve").

In singles, the server stands in their right service court when their score is even, and in her/his left service court when her/his score is odd.

In doubles, if the serving side wins a rally, the same player continues to serve, but he/she changes service courts so that she/he serves to a different opponent each time. If the opponents win the rally and their new score is even, the player in the right service court serves; if odd, the player in the left service court serves. The players' service courts are determined by their positions at the start of the previous rally, not by where they were standing at the end of the rally. A consequence of this system is that, each time a side regains the service, the server will be the player who did not serve last time.

3.3 Scoring - 21 rally point scoring system per round

In December 2005 the IBF experimented again with the scoring system, intending both to regulate the playing time and to simplify the system for television viewers. The main change from the traditional system was to adopt rally point scoring, in which the winner of a rally scores a point regardless of who served; games were lengthened to 21 points, with ladies' singles matches now using the same rules as men's singles. In the old system, competitors may not be able to score after many exchanges, since serving is often slightly more difficult than defending, especially in professional badminton. The new scoring system thus makes the game duration significantly shorter. The experiment ended in May 2006, and the IBF ruled that the new scoring system would be adopted from August 2006 onwards.

When the server serves, the shuttlecock must pass over the short service line on the opponents' court or it will count as a fault.

If the score reaches 20-all, then the game continues until one side gains a two point lead (such as 24–22), up to a maximum of 30 points (30–29 is a winning score).

At the start of a match, the shuttlecock is cast and the side towards which the shuttlecock is pointing serves first. Alternatively, a coin may be tossed, with the winners choosing whether to serve or receive first, or choosing which end of the court to occupy, and their opponents making the leftover the remaining choice.

In subsequent games, the winners of the previous game serve first. Matches are best out of three: a player or pair must win two games (of 21 points each) to win the match. For the first rally of any doubles game, the serving pair may decide who serves and the receiving pair may decide who receives. The players change ends at the start of the second game; if the match reaches a third game, they change ends both at the start of the game and when the leading player's or pair's score reaches 11 points.

The server and receiver must remain within their service courts, without touching the boundary lines, until the server strikes the shuttlecock. The other two players may stand wherever they wish, so long as they do not block the vision of the server or receiver.