Badminton drills · Half-court singles · Beginner · ~19 min

Half-court singles

Competitive rallies in a narrow court focusing on length (clears/lifts) and shortness (drops/nets).

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Setup

Play on one half of the court width only (straight).

Step by step

1. Play games to 11 or 15 in the half court.
2. Focus on front–back movement and shot length.
3. Swap halves.

Success criteria

Rallies of 10+ shots with a deliberate front/back plan.

Common mistakes

• Playing everything to the midcourt

Easier version

Cooperative scoring: count joint rallies.

Advanced version

Restrict shots (e.g. no smashes) to build patience.

Progression

Full-width singles with conditions.

Safety

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

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