# What is badminton? Much more than you might think

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NEW TO BADMINTON?

Fast, clever, social and seriously addictive. The shuttle can fly at you, then suddenly fall softly just over the net. You do not need any previous experience to enjoy your first session.

[Try it free](https://wa.me/972586130495?text=Hi%20Tali%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20come%20for%20a%20free%20badminton%20trial%20session.%20Can%20I%20get%20the%20details%3F)

[How does it work?](https://badmintonbeersheva.co.il/en/badminton/#how)

Badminton action at Badminton Beer Sheva

This is what badminton actually looks like at our club

WHY PEOPLE LOVE IT

## A sport for your body, brain and adrenaline

It is easy to start, but there is always another level to learn. That is what keeps badminton fun for years.

### Fast

A rally can switch from defence to attack to the net in a second.

### Smart

Power is not enough. You read your opponent and solve a new problem on every shot.

### Social

Singles, doubles, training and games. The court makes it easy to meet people.

### Quick to start

Even in a first session you can return the shuttle, build a rally and feel progress.

IN 20 SECONDS

## So how do you actually play?

Hit the shuttle over the net and try to make it land inside your opponent’s court.

### The idea is simple: get the shuttle over and make it land on the other side

Every rally is worth one point. If the shuttle lands in your opponent’s court, they hit out, or they fail to get it over the net, you win the point.

- A standard game goes to 15
- Every rally scores a point
- Play singles or doubles
- Every rally starts with a serve

FUN FACTS

## Small, light and surprisingly intense

A few things that often surprise people when they discover badminton.

16

feathers

A regulation feather shuttle has 16 feathers.

565 km/h

speed record

Experienced players average about 290 km/h on smashes.

13.4 m

court length

The same length for singles and doubles.

1992

Olympic

Badminton has been Olympic since Barcelona.

WHO IS IT FOR?

## There is a place on court for every age and level

Starting from zero or already experienced? We match you with the right group for your age, level and goals.

### Children

Coordination, fundamentals and movement through age-appropriate training and games.

### Youth

From the fundamentals to competitive and performance pathways, depending on level and goals.

### Adult beginners

Learn the basics step by step, with no previous experience required.

### Advanced

Technical and tactical training for experienced players, alongside games and competition.

[Find the group that fits you](https://badmintonbeersheva.co.il/en/groups/)

WANT TO TRY?

## Your first trial session is free

You do not need a racket or any previous experience. Tell us the player’s age and any previous experience, and we will point you to the right group.

[Book a trial session](https://wa.me/972586130495?text=Hi%20Tali%2C%20I%27d%20like%20to%20come%20for%20a%20free%20badminton%20trial%20session.%20Can%20I%20get%20the%20details%3F)

[View the groups](https://badmintonbeersheva.co.il/en/groups/)