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Badminton school (Dovedale and SWFLC)
A fun and sociable way to get your heart pumping. Our badminton schools will teach you good timing, great tactics and very nimble feet.
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Our coaches will take beginners through an introduction to the basics of badminton, progressing to more advanced skills and games techniques. For ages 7 to 14.
Lessons run every Sunday for one hour during term time and cost £5.90 per session.
Lesson times vary by ability:
- 2pm to 3pm or 3pm to 4pm: Juniors (ages 8 to 16 years)
- 4pm to 5pm or 5pm to 6pm: Adult (ages 17 plus)
To book, please call the centre directly on 01245 605685.
Lessons run every Saturday for one hour during term time and cost £21.50 per month direct debit, running over 39 weeks of the year.
Lesson times are split by ability:
- 11am to 12 noon: beginners
- 12 noon to 1pm: intermediate
- 1pm to 2pm: advanced
To book, just fill in our sports schools enquiry form and we will get back to you.
- Please make sure children bring a drink to their lesson.
- Please ensure your child wears appropriate clothing. Ensure long hair is tied back and children do not wear any jewellery.
- We recommend that your child brings their own racket where possible.
- If your child needs any additional support, please just let us know.
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