Last updated on February 9th, 2023 at 01:02 am
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.
Badminton Serve Types
Backhand Flick Serve
The Badminton Serve has a couple of different kinds of serve. Here we take a look at the Backhand Flick.
Long Serve
Another kind of Badminton Serve, The Long Serve.
Other Shot Types
Here we will take a quick look at the most common badminton shots you will need to practice.
Drop Shot Badminton
Lets take a closer look at the Badminton Drop Shot.
Forehand Clear Technique
Now let’s take a closer look at the Forehand Clear Shot.
Backhand Clear – Badminton Technique
And of course the Backhand Clear Shot.
Forehand Smash
The Badminton Forehand Smash, used to finish a rally and must to master!
Final Thought – Badminton For Beginners
Those are my Badminton Top 10 Techniques for the beginner which should help to improve your all round game. It certainly covers most of the basics you need to concentrate on. It covers everything from footwork and stance to the serve and smash shots. Follow these badminton tips and once you master all these techniques you will be well on your way to becoming a fearsome opponent.
Don’t forget to take a little time to learn the basic badminton rules.
In the end though there really is no substitution for getting out on the court and start practising. Like anything in life if you want to excel at something it’s all about practice, practice, practice!!!
Need More Information
If that has left you wanting to know more about the wonderful sport of badminton then please take a look at the rest of our content. There are links in this article to further content that will really help you to take your game to the next level. Whether you want help choosing a new racket or shuttlecock we have you pretty much covered.
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ronaldjonesbad
I hope this article will be really help for all beginner badminton players.
angelanewnham
I love to play Badminton in my school as well as in Badminton Court in Gurgaon. My achievement in Badminton is achieving 2 gold medal. I tried many Badminton rackets. But according to me, Yandex lightweight badminton racket is wonderful.