10 Essential Badminton Techniques Beginners Should Practice

Last updated on May 19th, 2021 at 04:08 pm

Basic Badminton Techniques

So you decided to take up the great game that is badminton, the only problem is you have not played the game before or it’s been a while!  Worry not as we will look at all the badminton techniques the beginner requires to get started.

We will look at all the basic badminton techniques, everything from how to grip your racket, serve to the smash shot!  To illustrate the point we use videos from some talented badminton players and coaches.

Badminton Techniques Videos – Basic Shots

This is a great introduction to the game of badminton covering all the main points the beginner needs to know:

• How to grip your Badminton Racket
• The Badminton Serve
• The Clear Shot
• The Drop Shot
• The Smash Shot
• The Backhand Shot

Badminton Techniques – Basic Footwork

Here we look at the basic footwork involved in playing a game of badminton, these are ones you need to practice. You may also wish to purchase a decent pair of badminton shoes.

Badminton Swing

This shows you how to execute the Forehand Overhead Shot, Overhead Backhand Shot, Forehand Underhand and the Backhand Underhand shots / swings.

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Badminton Techniques – The Basic Stance

Now let’s not forget the basic badminton stance, here we take a look at the Defensive Stance and the Offensive Stance.