Badminton
What is badminton?
The unique qualities of badminton make it accessible and enjoyable for anyone and everyone, and Badminton England work collaboratively to provide traditional and innovative opportunities for all to be involved.
The Racket Pack programme is a School Games format suitable for primary schools; it aims to introduce the sport of badminton to young people in a safe, fun, and engaging way. Designed for ages 5-11, it teaches players the rules and correct methods for playing the sport.
Find out more about how to play badminton formats.
Equipment needed
- Badminton racket
- Shuttles
- Net / bench
- Cones
Get involved
The School Games is inclusive to all young people and provides opportunities for everyone to get involved, either within school, against other local schools, or at county or regional level.
School Games Organisers
School Games Organisers (SGO) help schools coordinate appropriate competitive opportunities for all young people from Key Stage 2-4, to recruit, train and deploy a suitable workforce, and to support the development of club.
Sign up to find your local SGOSchool Games formats
Learn more about the School Games formats suitable for badminton competitions:
Badminton Primary Challenge
One Minute Rally, Throwminton Singles, Forehand Serving, Lunge/Catch/Throw & Return
Badminton Primary Competition
Bisi Festival
Badminton Primary Competition
Team Singles
Badminton Secondary Competition
Doubles / Team Events, Challenge the Champ, Alternate Hits
Why Badminton?
The Racket Pack Festival, National Schools Championships
Badminton Inclusive Competition
Mixed Doubles
Quick and easy badminton activity resources
Be it 10-minute or lesson-length activities, we have a range of activities suitable for all ages and abilities to encourage young people to stay active throughout the day.