Badminton

Introduction

Badminton is one of the top Olympic sports, which is widely played in England.  It is fun for people of all ages and abilities to take part in.  BADMINTON England is responsible for the game, from grass roots to excellence, coordinating a development network that provides a pathway for aspiring players to progress from schools and clubs to the national squad.  In addition, the governing body offers information about the game, runs coaching courses, tournaments from county to international standard, sells books and videos, and promotes the sport at all levels.

For more information about badminton locally contact:
Ed Reeves
Regional Officer, East Midlands
Tel: 07921289619 
Email: edreeves@badmintonengland.org    

Play

Badminton is available throughout the county, in a number of different settings and formats.  Local clubs play and train regularly and there has been a considerable growth in more informal provision, through the No Strings Badminton initiative.  Fun, sociable, easy...No Strings Badminton is the perfect way to start playing or improve your play, or simply to enjoy this new, unique badminton playing opportunity. For reasons why No Strings Badminton could be right up your street, what it's all about and how to get involved click on the link at the bottom of the page. 

No Strings

No Strings Badminton is suitable for all standards of player, you can play as often or as little as you like. It's all on your terms, no need to book a court or even bring a partner and you can enjoy the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and at the same time meet new people.

No Strings - Northampton

Thomas Beckett School, Kettering Road North, Northampton NN3 6HT

Tuesdays, 7-9pm

£3 per session

Participants should be aged 16 or over.

For further information contact 01604 236257

Get Back In to Badminton - Kingsthorpe

Kingsthope Kobras is running a BACK 2 BADMINTON adult coaching programme, for those who are new to the sport or whop have perhaps not played for a while.  Click here for further details 

Coach

Coach education opportunities are provided throughout the county.  If you are interested in being a coach, or in further developing your existing qualifications, please visit for a list of current courses
http://www.northamptonshiresport.org/coaches/coach-education-info or visit Badminton England's website

Volunteer

Volunteers play a hugely role in badminton, carrying out many varied and interesting roles.  If you would like to volunteer in the sport, contact Ed Reeves (details above) or visit: http://www.northamptonshiresport.org/volunteering 

Clubs

Northamptonshire has a number of local community clubs who all provide a wide range of opportunities for people to access badminton. Visit the Northamptonshire Sport Club directory on www.northamptonshiresport.org or
http://clubfinder.badmintonengland.co.uk/be/index.cfm/club-finder/

Links to websites

Badminton England - http://www.badmintonengland.co.uk/homepage.asp
No Strings Badminton - http://www.nostringsbadminton.co.uk/