Belgrave Badminton Club

27/05/2026

Don't forget to bring plenty of fluids if you're playing tonight or tomorrow!!
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21/05/2026

We are opening our doors to families with under 10s again this half-term! 😃

Come and try badminton on Wednesday night from 7.30pm to 9pm. We're at Lift Tamworth Sports Hall (aka Belgrave Sports Centre off Birds Bush Road)
It's only £2.50 per player. We provide rackets and shuttles.

Drop us a DM for more info!! 🏸🏸🏸

16/05/2026

We share the same space but with different feelings. 💭

This Mental Health Awareness Week let’s think about creating environments where everyone feels supported even when they stay quiet. We are One Big Community.

27/04/2026

How to improve badminton smash? 🏸👇

Improving your badminton smash comes down to technique, timing, and physical conditioning. A lot of players try to just “hit harder,” but that’s usually not the main issue.

Start with your technique. The most powerful smashes use a full-body kinetic chain, not just your arm. Think of it like throwing: rotate your shoulders, engage your core, and snap your forearm and wrist at the last moment. Watching players like Viktor Axelsen or Kento Momota can help—you’ll notice how relaxed they are until the moment of impact.

Your timing and contact point are just as important. Aim to hit the shuttle at the highest point you can reach, slightly in front of your body. If it drops too low, you lose both angle and power. Good footwork is what gets you into that ideal position early.

Grip and wrist action matter a lot too. Use a loose grip that tightens right at impact. This creates a whipping effect, which is where much of the speed comes from—not brute force. Practicing finger power drills can make a noticeable difference.

Don’t ignore your footwork and positioning. A strong smash often starts with getting behind the shuttle quickly. Work on your chasse steps, split step, and recovery so you’re balanced before you jump or swing.

For power and explosiveness, add off-court training:

* Core rotation exercises (like Russian twists)
* Shoulder strengthening (resistance bands)
* Plyometrics (jump squats, box jumps)

Finally, practice with intention:

* Do multi-shuttle drills focusing only on smash timing
* Alternate between steep angle smashes and fast flat smashes
* Record yourself to spot inefficiencies

27/03/2026

This is me!!!

Badminton fun meme, office vs afterhours for badminton players 😍😂🏸

21/03/2026

Ben Lane vs Sean Vendy!👀🔥

Saxons host Manchester and it's Lane vs Vendy twice in the NBL!🤩

Who will come out on top and take the bragging rights?

18/03/2026

WATCH LIVE this weekend! 👀

The 2026 Senior County Championships are Live on the Badminton England website from Saturday 21st March!

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