Badminton coaching on Saturdays 9am in Pimlico for children aged 14-18y
Session info
This is a juniors badminton coaching and games session for kids aged 14-18y who have been training/playing regularly for at least a few months. All genders are welcome at this session.
They’ll develop badminton skills such as footwork, shot types, grip techniques, tactics and strategies to play in game situations, and learning the benefits of doing physical activity, all in a fun atmosphere. They’ll also learn about goal setting, and good sportsmanship, and will play games to practise their skills.
Day & time
Saturdays from 9am to 10am.
Location
Please read the following information in full for details of how to get to the venue, which entrance gate to use, what facilities are available, and site rules that you must follow.
ADDRESS: Pimlico Academy, 36 Lupus St, Pimlico, London, SW1V 3AT
STATIONS: Pimlico, Victoria, Vauxhall, St James’s Park, Sloane Square
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ROUTE: Citymapper
ROUTE: Transport for London (TFL)
ENTRANCE: Come to the main entrance of Pimlico Academy and the receptionist will let you in. If the receptionist isn’t there then just wait for them to return. Tell them that you’re there for the PlayFit sports session, then go down the stairs and follow the corridor to the right, then through the dining room which leads to the sports hall.
CAR PARKING: Free car parking on street
BICYCLE PARKING: Bike racks by venue entrance
FACILITIES: There are changing rooms, toilets and water fountains by the entrance of the court.
ARRIVAL: Arrive 5-10 minutes before the session start time to find the venue entrance, get to the sports hall, get changed and be ready to start promptly. Do not start practising or playing on court before the session start time.
SPECTATORS: Both the venue and our club rules are that there are no spectators. Friends/parents can go to a cafe nearby and return at the end of the session.
BASKETBALL HOOPS: No dunking, no hanging on the rim or net, no slamming the backboard. There is a zero tolerance policy to ensure that the hoops, net and backboard are not damaged.
SMOKING: No smoking or vaping anywhere on the venue grounds.
ALCOHOL: Please don't drink alcoholic drinks on-site, and don't come to play under the influence.
NUTS: Please don't bring or consume nuts or products containing nuts on-site.
ANIMALS: No dogs or other animals allowed on the venue grounds.Clothes & equipment
You can wear any comfortable sports clothes, such as shorts and t-shirt, and indoor sports trainers. To ensure best grip and performance, don't wear your indoor trainers outdoors on the way to the sports hall.
Bring your own badminton racquet. We don't have racquets for hire, but you can buy one from any sports store.
Safety
– Check the Covid guidelines before playing.
– For everyone’s safety, please cut your fingernails short and remove all jewellery including rings, bracelets, watches and fitness trackers.
– You are responsible for your personal safety and your belongings at all times.
Term registration
Our club runs on a term-based system and the full term fee is payable even if children join late or miss any classes during the term. This encourages early joining and regular attendance which helps the kids progress in their sports skills and enables us to provide your children with a consistent and well-organised sports experience. We don't offer partial term payments or pay as you go.
Spring term
Dates: Sat 11 Jan to Sat 19 Apr
Closures: None scheduled
Weeks: 15
Fee: 195.00 (≡ £13 per week)
Payment: Pay here.
Trial session for new kids
If your child hasn’t played with us before, you can book an individual trial session here before registering them for the term. Please note that we don't offer pay as you go and this is only to book your child in for one trial session.
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