Australian Badminton Academy

Beginner-Friendly · Ages 5+ · Sydney

Beginner Badminton Lessons in Sydney

Brand-new to badminton? Our beginner classes are built for first-timers, kids and adults, with no experience or gear needed. Olympian-led, fundamentals-first, and grouped so you’re never out of your depth.

What to expect

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No experience needed

Our beginner classes assume you're starting from zero. Beginners are welcome to borrow a racquet for their first few sessions, just turn up in indoor sports shoes.

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Grouped by ability

You'll train with players at your level, so you're always challenged but never out of your depth. Kids are also grouped by age.

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Fundamentals first

Stage 1 builds the basics the right way (grip, footwork, serve and rally) through games-based sessions that keep it fun while the technique sticks.

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Olympian-led method

The same fundamentals-first curriculum designed by Australian Olympian Anna Lao AM that has taken players from a first hit to state and national level.

Who it’s for

Kids, juniors and adults, from a first racquet up.

Just starting your child at 5? Picking the sport back up as an adult? Beginner classes run across our Sydney venues. Once your child is ready to progress, see the full kids & junior pathway.

Smashing success, one shuttle at a time

Start with a free trial

No experience, no pressure, no payment today. Your first session is on us. See if badminton's the one.

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