How To Play Badminton

1. Learn the basics 

basic gripping techniques 
- the proper gripping of the badminton racquet will help you execute the proper hitting or stroke, from service to reception. if youre aiming for a good clear or smash, a good grip will help you execute a strong return. 

basic footwork 
- badminton is not just a game where you just stand in one place and walk, it is a strenuous sport, it requires agility and reaction, learning the basic footwork will help you keep up and allow you to have good movement around the court. basic footwork is not only good for attack or offense, it also use for good defense when your opponent tries to outmaneuver you. it also helps you to avoid having injuries or sprain or strain. 

badminton service 
-good service defines the start of your game, proper execution and focus is the key to deliver the shuttlecock to your opponents court. a weak serve can cause unforced errors and your opponent can take advantage of your service and turn it to a point. badminton service is very important it could give you a service point if well executed. 
basic stance 
- the purpose for you to learn the basic stance is for good offense and defense. learning the basic stance can give you the right rhythm to attack and defend properly. the first movement always starts with a good stance it is a preparation for a good execution of attack or reception. 

basic strokes 
- if you want to make a good lob, smash, drop shot or drive shots you must learn the basic techniques of strokes. it is impossible for someone to return a shot if your strokes are improperly executed. if you want to be a professional badminton player practice the strokes. good strokes results to a powerful shot. 

2. Learn the badminton skills and techniques 

smash 
- the most powerful badminton shot. it could be an overhead forehand or overhead backhand stroke 
drop shots 
- a follow-through shot that is often thought as a smash when executed with quick a stroke. overhead forehand or overhead backhand stroke is used. 
netting 
- one of the hardest technique to do for it requires great control and right force to deliver it properly 
lob/clear 
- one of the most effective technique to use as an offense or defense. overhead forehand or overhead backhand stroke to execute this shot.