Activity
Smash Power!
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Smash
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Smash
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Smash
Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 3
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 4
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 5
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 6
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 7
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 8
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 9
Skill: Sports for All
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Badminton
Technique: Strokes
Smash Power!
Learning Outcomes
Understand the key components of a powerful badminton smash.
Perform a forehand and backhand smash with proper technique.
Generate power and accuracy in smashes.
Description Of Activity
Warm-up (10 minutes):
Light Cardio: Start with 5 minutes of light jogging or jumping jacks to increase heart rate and blood flow.
Dynamic Stretches: Perform dynamic stretches like arm circles, leg swings, jumping jacks with arm raises, and torso twists to prepare muscles for explosive movements.
Footwork Drills: Practice basic badminton footwork drills like lunges, shuffles, and high knees to improve agility and footwork specific to the sport.
Shadow Swings: Mimic the forehand and backhand smash motions without a shuttlecock, focusing on full arm extension and follow-through.
Activity Description (20 minutes):
Grip Check: Ensure players are using a forehand or backhand grip depending on the smash they are practicing.
Footwork: Start with players standing behind the baseline, facing the net. They should take a large step forward with the non-racket leg as they initiate the smash motion.
Backswing: With the arm holding the racket raised high behind the back, similar to "scratching your back," keep the elbow high and the racket head pointed upwards.
Body Rotation: As the player swings the racket forward, they should rotate their torso towards the direction of the smash, transferring weight from the back leg to the front leg for maximum power.
Impact: Make contact with the shuttlecock slightly in front of the head and above shoulder height for a downward trajectory.
Follow-Through: After hitting the shuttlecock, extend the arm and racket fully toward the ground in a powerful follow-through motion.
Partner Practice: Divide players into pairs. One player feeds the shuttlecock to the other who practices the forehand or backhand smash, focusing on proper technique and power generation. Players can switch roles after a set number of repetitions.
Cool Down (5 minutes):
Static Stretches: Hold static stretches for major muscle groups used during the activity, focusing on arms, shoulders, back, and legs.
Variations
Wall Practice: Players can practice smashes against a wall to get a feel for the shot and power generation.
Clear to Smash: Start with a clear shot from one player, followed by a smash from the other player, simulating a real game situation.
Short Serve to Smash: Practice returning a short serve with a powerful smash to catch the opponent off guard.
Coaching Tips
Focus on Technique: Emphasize proper grip, footwork, body rotation, and follow-through for a powerful and controlled smash.
Snap the Wrist: Briefly flick the wrist at the point of impact to add extra power to the shot.
Target Practice: Encourage players to aim their smashes toward specific areas on the court, making it difficult for the opponent to return.
Start Slow: Begin with slow, controlled smashes to ensure proper technique before gradually increasing power.
Equipment/Material Required
Badminton rackets (one per player)
Shuttlecocks
Net (optional, for partner practice variations)