Footwork drills · Front court · Beginner · ~3 min

Forward movement to the net

Getting to the net early lets you take the shuttle high and tight. The usual pattern is a small step, a chasse or run, then a lunge with the racket foot.

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Starting position

Ready position at base after a split step.

Movement sequence

1. First step with the non-racket foot (small) or a chasse.
2. Run or chasse 1–2 steps toward the net.
3. Finish with a lunge on the racket foot (right), heel first, toes pointing at the shuttle.
4. Racket arm reaches early, racket head up.

Recovery

Push back off the front heel, chasse back to base.

Technique cues

• Racket up early
• Last step = racket foot

Common mistakes

• Lunging with the non-racket leg
• Racket arriving late and low

Easier

Slower walk-through with a short lunge.

Harder

Partner feeds; take the shuttle above net height.

Safety

• Stop if you feel sharp pain, dizziness, chest pain or unusual breathlessness.

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