Programs

Programs For Every Level

From your very first grip to national-tournament preparation — a clear, progressive pathway designed by NCCP-certified coaches.

Group Lessons · 4–5 students per court

Five levels. One clear climb.

Rising StarToddler batch

A fun, play-based introduction to badminton for our youngest athletes. Short, high-energy sessions build coordination, balance and a love for the game before formal technique begins.

Curriculum focus

  • Hand–eye coordination games with racket and shuttle
  • Basic grip and safe racket handling
  • Balance, agility and movement games
  • Early tossing, catching and hitting skills
  • Listening, turn-taking and teamwork on court
  • Building confidence and a love for the sport

Beginner

Develop a basic understanding of badminton fundamentals for holding a racket, swinging and footwork techniques, as well as shots.

Curriculum focus

  • Proper forehand and backhand grips
  • Forehand & backhand birdies bounce
  • Forehand & backhand lift (underhand)
  • Clear (high/long)
  • Serves & introduction to footwork
  • Clear and lift / front and back footwork
  • Forehand / backhand net drop
  • Half court practice for consistent rallies

Intermediate

Improve individual shots, refine technique and footwork, and introduce more advanced shots and game strategies. Concentrate on combining shots with movement, and teach more game strategy and teamwork.

Curriculum focus

  • Forehand & backhand flat drive and footwork
  • Forehand & backhand net kills and footwork
  • Smashes & smash block shots
  • Footwork — backcourt to frontcourt transitions
  • Drop shots from the backcourt
  • Singles & doubles introduction with rotation
  • Offense and defensive strategy
  • Accuracy and control for all types of shots

Pre-CompPre-competitive

The bridge between Intermediate and Competitive play. Players sharpen consistency, footwork and match tactics, and get ready for their first local tournaments.

Curriculum focus

  • Full-court footwork speed and recovery
  • Consistent clears, drops and smashes under pressure
  • Net play and fast drive exchanges
  • Singles and doubles tactics and rotation
  • Match play with coach feedback
  • Fitness, agility and endurance routines
  • Introduction to local tournament preparation

CompetitiveAdvance

For highly-skilled players who want to compete in local and national tournaments. Training fine-tunes shot accuracy, advanced strategy, physical conditioning and mental preparation.

Curriculum focus

  • Advanced shots and deceptive stroke play
  • Advanced footwork and full singles court coverage
  • Doubles rotation and partner strategy
  • Game situations, anticipation and decision-making
  • Physical conditioning and anaerobic endurance
  • Mental preparation and a competitive mindset
  • Regular local and national tournament participation
One-On-One Focus

Private & Semi-Private Lessons

Personalised coaching built entirely around your goals — on your own or with a training partner.

Private Lessons

1 on 1 per court

Fully personalised, one-on-one coaching at Synergy Indoor Sports Centre, scheduled around coach availability.

Semi-Private Lessons

2 students per court

Train alongside a partner of similar level at Synergy Indoor Sports Centre, scheduled around coach availability.

Available only at Synergy Indoor Sports Centre, 5440 72 Ave SE Unit #175, Calgary, AB T2C 4X5

Lessons are scheduled based on coach availability — contact us and we'll find a time that works.

Progression

How Advancement Works

Transparent evaluation so every athlete knows what growth looks like.

01

Progress reports

End-of-session reports keep students and parents aligned on development.

02

Skill + attitude

Advancement weighs competition results, skill assessment, and court attitude together.

03

Monthly matches

Inter-class competition builds match IQ — and new players are always welcome to start.