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INFORMATION
TIME: 18.30 - 21.30pm​
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LEVEL: B- and above (see Levels below)​
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DETAILS: Doubles, four courts, feather shuttlecocks provided
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LOCATION: Bridge Academy, Laburnum St, London E2 8BA
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FEES: £10
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MORE INFORMATION
ALL SESSIONS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE VIA SPOND
LEVELS
We use the following classification of player ability levels, consistent with other LGBT+ badminton clubs and tournaments:
C- (Beginner)
Learning to execute and receive basic badminton strokes, e.g. low serve, smash, drop shots.
C+ (Lower intermediate)
Good ability to execute and receive all badminton shots with some control, basic use of tactics.
B- (Upper intermediate)
Strong consistent ability to execute and receive all badminton shots, good control of the shuttle, tactical play.
B+ (Advanced)
Mastery of all shots, strong technical ability and control, advanced tactics employed.
A (County level)
Mastery of all shots, exceptional technical ability, advanced tactics employed.
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SCORING​
Games are played to 21 points, using the standard badminton scoring system.
PEGBOARD
Our doubles nights typically operate a pegboard system to ensure that everyone gets a fair number of games.
EQUIPMENT
Players will need to bring their own racquet.
Feather shuttlecocks are provided at all of our sessions.
All players are required to wear appropriate sports kit, including shoes with non-marking soles.
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR
Our club runs based on our Constitution and is backed by our Standards of Behaviour.
Got feedback? Feel free to chat with a Committee member during a session or drop us an email! If you need to make a formal complaint about the club or something that happened at our sessions, check out our Complaints Policy for how to do it.
REFUND POLICY
Refunds are available only if you cancel your attendance in Spond at least 24 hours before the scheduled session.
Failure to cancel your attendance in Spond will result in no refund.
Refund Process:
1. Cancel Your Attendance:
Cancel your ticket and your attendance on the Spond platform at least 24 hours before the session.
2. Submit the Refund Request:
Complete the short refund form.
CLICK HERE FOR THE REFUND FORM
Important Notes:
Refunds may take up to 7 working days to process.
Please only book if you are certain you will attend.