Badminton originated in India in the 19th century and was introduced to Britain in the 1870s by British army officers. It derives its name from the estate of the Duke of Beaufort, who established rules for the sport. While military personnel introduced it to Canada in the 1890s, the sport grew there with the founding of Badminton Canada in 1921 and Canada's involvement in the International Badminton Federation in 1934. Key events in the development of competitive badminton included its inclusion in the Olympics in 1972 and Canadians medaling in 1992.

2. WHO INVENTED THE GAME BADMINTON
• Invented in India in a version called Poona.
• British army officers learned the game about 1870.
• In 1873 the duke of Beaufort introduced the sport at his country estate, Badminton, from
which the game derives its name.
• In 1887 the Bath Badminton Club was formed; it was replaced in 1893 by the Badminton
Association of England, which codified the rules that still govern competitive play.
• Military personnel introduce badminton to Vancouver in the late 1890’s.
• Badminton Canada was founded in 1921, with the first national championships being
held in Montreal.
• Canada is one of nine founding members of the International Badminton Federation in
1934.
• Badminton is included in the 1972 Munich Olympics as a demonstration sport.
• Jamie Paulson of Calgary wins gold medal in men’s singles at 1970 Commonwealth
Games in Edinburgh, Scotland.
• In 1992, six Canadians contest badminton as a full medal sport at Barcelona Olympics.

3. HERE ARE SOME THINGS NEEDED, IN ORDER TO PLAY
BADMINTON
1. Badminton Racket
Badminton rackets can be made from several types of materials. Depending on
the material selection, this can result in different combinations of racket
weight, balance points and string tensions. With so many different
combinations, it will take time to decide which is most suited for your playing
style. Below is a example of a Badminton Racket.

4. 2ND THING
2. Shuttlecock
There are two types of shuttlecocks - plastic and feathered shuttlecocks.
Plastic shuttlecocks are far more durable compared to the feathered types which
are commonly used. However, plastic shuttlecocks are only recommended for
beginners who are just starting out. This is because feathered shuttlecocks
are expensive and fray easily especially if the wrong technique is used.
Hence, plastic shuttlecocks are good for beginners to use for training. Plastic
shuttlecocks are usually used by young children who play badminton for
recreation.
Plastic shuttlecocks tend to travel shorter distances as they are heavier. Hence,
they are good for building strength as you make the transition to feathered
shuttlecocks. Most people will progress to using feathered shuttlecocks as
they are used at all competitive tournaments.

5. 3RD THING
3. Badminton Shoes
Badminton shoes are designed to give you better traction and grip to stop in time
to return a shot. They should also be lightweight have good cushioning to
absorb impact when you jump or land.
Regular players will find heel cups useful to prolonging the lifespan of your shoes.
Do not wear jogging shoes as they usually lack grip and traction. You might end
up crashing through the badminton net if you are unable to stop in time to
receive a drop shot.

6. AND LASTLY,
4. Badminton Attire
For casual to non-competitive players, a comfortable pair of shorts and cotton or
dri-fit t-shirt is sufficient. Some players may want to equip themselves with
hand grips, wrist bands and ankle guards.
Each of these items serve a purpose and might also add a dash of colour to the
entire get-up.
When it comes to badminton equipment, select what is appropriate before turning
your attention to aesthetics.
With this in mind, have fun shopping and gearing up for your next match.

7. HOW TO PLAY BADMINTON
Want to know How to Play Badminton? Then you've come to the right place! It is fun
to play Badminton and not hard to learn. Let me show you...
What is the game all about?
The objective of the game is simple, that is to hit the shuttle over the net so that it
lands in your opponent's court before it can be returned. You can hit the shuttle
fast, slow, high, flat or low. You can smash it with maximum power or use the most
delicate touch shots.
A rally is started when the shuttle is returned. Each rally begins with a stroke
known as the Serve. This gets the shuttle into play, and from then on you will be
engaged in a battle to outwit your opponent by using strokes which aim to increase
your chances of winning that rally.

8. HOW TO PLAY BADMINTON
You can win the rally when:
- You hit the shuttle on to the ground in your opponent's court. - Your
opponent makes a mistake and hits the shuttle out of court. –Your opponent
has committed a fault according to the Badminton Rules.
Like tennis, Badminton can be played in singles or doubles. The diagram below
identifies the playing area for each of those. You shall always start to serve on
the right and the player who reaches 21 points shall win the game.

9. HOW TO PLAY BADMINTON
Getting Started
Before you spend any money on the Badminton Equipment. You should get the
feel of the game by trying it out. You can try borrowing a racket and a shuttle
from a friend or to hire it from sports centres. Wear suitable training shoes
and comfortable clothing which allows you to move and stretch with ease.
There are two sides to the racket head, the forehand face and the backhand face.
You can hit the shuttle with either of them. Learn how to use the Forehand
and Backhand grips before you start.
Now, try a few simple strokes with the shuttle before going on court to play a
game. Use the forehand grip and practice hitting the shuttle upwards with the
forehand face of the racket. Change to the backhand grip and do the same,
using the backhand face of the racket.

10. HOW TO PLAY BADMINTON
First try hitting the shuttle high into the air, then hit it more gently so that it stay
closer to the racket. Next, hold the shuttle by its feathers with the fingers of
your non-racket hand. Using an underarm action, hit it forward over an
imaginary net. This is the action you will use when you serve.
Practice this action both on your forehand and backhand. In this early
practice you should hit the shuttle with a flat racket face. Later on there will be
times when you slice across the base of the shuttle with an angled racket
face.
After a little practice, you will be able to hit the shuttle in different directions
and to various distances. You can now begin to play badminton with your
friends. I am sure you will love the game and want to play more and better.

11. THANK YOU FOR VIEWING!
I hope you learned something new about the game Badminton.