Module 2: Badminton

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN FROM THIS MODULE?

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

❖ Explain the nature and background of Badminton and

❖ Execute the skills in playing Badminton.

WHAT IS THIS MODULE ALL ABOUT?

This module is designed for you to understand how badminton is being played
and hopefully fall in love with it. This means that you might entertain the idea of making
badminton as a habit, your sport or simply part of your lifestyle. This module will also
include the origin and the development of the game.

What is Badminton?

Badminton is a court game that can be played either singles or doubles by men,
women, or mixed pairs, either indoors or on outdoor courts as a fun or highly
competitive level.

History and Origin of Badminton

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The game was originated from the ancient civilization of Europe and Asia known
as Battledore (bat or Paddle) and Shuttlecock more than 2000 years ago.

In the 1600s, Battledore and shuttlecock was an upper class pastime in England
and many European countries. The roots of the sport can be traced to ancient Greece,
China, and India, and it is closely related to the old children's game battledore and
shuttlecock.

Contemporary Badminton

In the 1800s, in India, a contemporary form of Badminton called Poona, was

played where a net was introduced and players hit the shuttlecock across the net.
British officers in the mid-1800s took this game back to England, introduced as a game
where it became popular.

Who introduced badminton in the Philippines?

The British and American expatriates introduced the game in the Philippines in
the 1920s. Mr. Adriano Torres was the first national Men's singles champion in the 1949
national rankings. And in 1950, the Philippines became the 21st country to join the
International Badminton Federation (IBF).
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Development of the Events

Badminton

1934 International Federation was formed, with initial

member’s including England, Wales, Ireland,
Scotland, Denmark, Holland, Canada, New Zealand
and France.

1936 India join as affiliate

1948 The first major IBF tournament was the Thomas Cup
(The world men’s team championship).

1966 ● Badminton was introduced as Commonwealth

games program sports in Kingston Jamaica.
● All five disciplines were included-single (men,
women), doubles (men, women), and mixed
doubles

1992 Badminton became part of the Barcelona Olympic,

Spain.

1996 Badminton was included and as mixed double

event in all Olympic sports in
Atlanta.

Facilities and Equipment

A. Racket B. Shuttlecock/ Bird

C. Badminton Court
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D. Post

The Grip

Grip is very important in the game of badminton not just for competitiveness but
also for injury prevention purposes. The following are the grips in the game of
Badminton:
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The Badminton Shots

1. Clear or Lob. The shuttle soars in a high are and falls in to the courts behinds
the opponent.

2. Drop. It is played near the net as much as possible where the shuttle falls gently
and just clear the net.

3. Drive. It is a hard stroke that hits on a straight line where the shuttle flies low
over the net.

4. Smash. It is a hard stroke that is hit sharply downward. This is an offensive that
is done with great power and speed.

Badminton Shots and Footwork

Name of the Shots Footwork pattern
1. Forward Forehand Shot ● Right handed: Start with your left
leg going forward, Ending with
your left leg, Slightly with lunging
movement take a forehand shot
with the shuttle.
● To go back to base, using left leg
first and right leg will follow.
2. Forward Backhand Shot ● Right handed- Go first with your
left foot and end with your Right
foot in a lunging motion toward the
net.
● To go back to base, shuffle
(bouncing motion) is better rather
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than to step your left foot

backward, Right foot follow
through.

3. Forehand shots Sideward ● To start, make sure to start with

left foot, and lunge with your
outward foot.
● To go back to base-shuffle motion
first rather to step your Right foot
backward.
4. Backhand Side ● To start, make sure to step with
your Left leg, and end with your
Right leg toward the side,
● Make sure that your foot is pointing
toward the direction to avoid
injuries, and shuffle motion back to
base.
5. Forehand Backcourt ● Take Right/Left foot one-step
toward the direction, which you
want to go.
● Make shuffle movements until you
get to the back, ending with your
Right leg having the weigh of your
body. Swing your racket, and run
back to base.
6. Forehand backcourt ● Step with your left foot, Bring Right
leg across your left leg. Continue
following the bird/shuttle as you
shuffle, until you see the bird with
your right position. Body weight
should be at the right leg. Swing
your racket trying to hit the shuttle.
● To go back. Right leg take step
forward quickly and run back
toward your base.
Legend:
Shuffles  by taking a ready stance (feet shoulder width apart with slightly bended knees), push through
your feet and run in place with your feet not going higher than 3 inches off the ground.
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I DARE YOU
Activity 1: Challenge your mind.

Read the statement very carefully. Write the correct answer on the blanks. Finish in a
matter of 5-7 minutes only.

1. _____________ The official name of the shuttle.

2. _____________A badminton equipment that is very fragile and very light.

3. _____________The feather used in the shuttle.

4. _____________The official size of the court for singles.

5. _____________The official size of the court for doubles.

6. _____________The height of the net.

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7. _____________The weight of the shuttle.

8. _____________The total number of the shuttle’s feather.

9. _____________The height of the post for men.

10. _____________The official height of the post for women.

Activity 2: Tell me the truth

Name: _________________________ Code/Day of PE: ___________ Date: ________

Score: ____________________

Read the statements very carefully. Write the True of False. Finish in within 5-7 minutes
only.

______________1. The backcourt is the extension of the court, which measures 1 and
½ feet for doubles play.

______________2. A fault is a violation of the playing rules, in serving, receiving, or

during play.

______________3. A “LET” is a legitimate cessation of play to allow a rally to be

replayed.

______________4. A hit is an exchange of shots while the shuttle is in play.

______________5. A clean is a hard hit overhead shot that force the shuttle sharply
downward.
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______________6. A drive is a fast shot that has flat flight trajectory as it passes over
the net.

______________7. The serve used to put the shuttle into play at the start of each point.

______________8. The opposing sides play the better of two games unless otherwise
arranged.

______________9. The first server shall serve at the right side of his /her service court.

______________10. A shuttle is not play when it hits surface of the court.

Activity 3: Challenge your skills

Name: _________________________ Code/Day of PE: ___________ Date: ________

Score: ____________________

Directions:

1. Bump the shuttlecock into the air with the string of your racket.
2. Lift your racket and allow shuttlecock to travel 1 to 2 ft. in the air.
3. You are given 5 to 10 minutess to master the skill.
4. You are only allowed to have 3 trials.

Score your success. Scoring Guide:

10 bounces = 15 points
7 = 10 points
5 = 7 points
3 = 4 points
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Group 1 Group 2

Group 3 Group 4

Activity 4: Drill 3

Name: _________________________ Code/Day of PE: ___________ Date: ________

The Objective of the drill is to retrieve or return all the shuttle in the shortest
period of time. Remember haze makes waste and that efficient patterned movements
work best.

● This drill can be a used as a game between three to four groups.

● Assign efficient timekeepers who will record the time consumed by each player.
● Provide 10 shuttlecock each corners. Retrieve the shuttle and try to shot inside
the baskets. You are given 30 second to finish the task.
● This activity is done within 2 rounds.
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● Score will be base on how many shuttlecock your have retrieve and shot it inside
the basket.

Activity 4: Let Play Badminton

Name: _________________________ Code/Day of PE: ___________ Date: ________

1. In this activity, you have to choice your opponents within your group.
2. Scoring must observe properly according to the rules of the badminton.
3. Scoring must reach 15 or 21 points with the interval of two points to declare
winners of the set.
4. If Tie: Set 3 should be required

Scoring Sheet

Name of the Score for set 1 Name of the Score for set 1
Player/players Player/players

1. 1.

2. 2.

Name of the Score for set 2 Name of the Score for set 2
Player/players Player/players

1. 1.

2. 2.

Name of the Score for set 3 Name of the Score for set 3
Player/players Player/players

1. 1.
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2. 2.

BOTTOM LINE
Name: _________________________ Code/Day of PE: ___________ Date: ________

1. Why is Badminton considered as a fun game as well as a very competitive sport?

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2. What is the Role of Badminton in your total fitness?

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3. What makes Badminton unique and distinct from other sports?

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