All About Badminton

[timtamfan]

atrecord:

Wow, Ranking Sports is still there?? I went with a few sec classmates to buy Carbonex 8s about 30 yr ago... Cab 8 was near top range then, and i think it cost us about $30-40 then... It's still usable now, and must be a collectors' item now.

I'm curious about the string tension limitation thingy (due to my lack of following such technology now) - can you advise what is the reason that newer rackets are better in this aspect?

I thought the only difference between rackets is the weight and strength, didn't know there's much more to consider. But I must say that over the years when I found out from colleagues that i play with, that they buy Yonexs that cost $100-300, i was like shocked... when did badminton rackets become so expensive...

Yup they're still there and one of my favourite haunting spots. Having bought some rackets recently, I can attest that it is probably $70-$120 for the Yonex range (possibly cheaper for other brands of equivalent range or shops but I didn't go around the island shopping). The Isometric Pro Lite is in my opinion better than the Carbonex (I have 7, 8. 21SP and 8000). The comment on the tension came from the stringing shop that I frequent (near Bedok Stadium). The feel of the new and old technology is really different.

[lilipitz]

Twinklesss:

Anyone got badminton coach to recommend for AMK/YCK around? Prebably small group

Hi, same here. I would like to know too.

[sphynxmuska]

Hi Parents,


very interesting forum by the way. Litlle did I know that there is such forums for parents to share with other parents. Ok, how i came about to this forum is by searching for "looking for badminton coach singapore" at google.

Straight to the point, I am a full time badminton coach myself. Not here to promote my services but to assist parents who really want their kids to play better badminton, ie with information you need like where to train, who you can find at your area, what kind of rackets and where to get cheap/afforadable/light/new technolgy rackets and other accessories.

So, If i may be of any help, pls do not hesitate to ask me anything about badminton.

Do welcome me onboard and have a pleasant week. Thank you.

[mummy of 2]

sphynxmuska:

Hi Parents,


very interesting forum by the way. Litlle did I know that there is such forums for parents to share with other parents. Ok, how i came about to this forum is by searching for \"looking for badminton coach singapore\" at google.

Straight to the point, I am a full time badminton coach myself. Not here to promote my services but to assist parents who really want their kids to play better badminton, ie with information you need like where to train, who you can find at your area, what kind of rackets and where to get cheap/afforadable/light/new technolgy rackets and other accessories.

So, If i may be of any help, pls do not hesitate to ask me anything about badminton.

Do welcome me onboard and have a pleasant week. Thank you.

Welcome to Ksp. Do you know of any good coach teaching at cc near Tiong bahru? TIA.

[mommyluv]

I came across this thread and couldn't stop myself from sharing this, I have been sending my son to Ronald Susilo badminton academy along Dover Road. Do check out his web http://ronaldsusilo.com.sg/

[mummy of 2]

mommyluv:

I came across this thread and couldn't stop myself from sharing this, I have been sending my son to Ronald Susilo badminton academy along Dover Road. Do check out his web http://ronaldsusilo.com.sg/

Thanks but I'm looking at more affordable rates.

[sphynxmuska]

Hi TIA,


I am not sure of any coaches who conducts training over that area. However most coaches are willing to travel if the price is right. And there are coaches w passion who are willing,to travel if the kids parents are dedicated enough. So if u fall into either of the two categories, u may want to drop me a pm and I could tie u up w a coach perhaps?

On another note, CCs do conduct badminton sessions too. They are conducted by PAs coaches whom are equally certified. Some of my friends are also in that scheme as coaches. You may want to drop by ur nearest CC to find out more.

Hope my info has served u well..

mummy of 2:

sphynxmuska:

Hi Parents,

very interesting forum by the way. Litlle did I know that there is such forums for parents to share with other parents. Ok, how i came about to this forum is by searching for \"looking for badminton coach singapore\" at google.

Straight to the point, I am a full time badminton coach myself. Not here to promote my services but to assist parents who really want their kids to play better badminton, ie with information you need like where to train, who you can find at your area, what kind of rackets and where to get cheap/afforadable/light/new technolgy rackets and other accessories.

So, If i may be of any help, pls do not hesitate to ask me anything about badminton.

Do welcome me onboard and have a pleasant week. Thank you.

Welcome to Ksp. Do you know of any good coach teaching at cc near Tiong bahru? TIA.

[wendyk]

Hi, my son p4 @intermediate level recently started hourly 1to1 & 2 hrly group trainings with ex-national players Hendri Saputra & Hendra Wijaya (brothers). We play at either kembangan CC (near my pl) or SPore Badminton Hall @Aljunied.

Considering their reputation as ex-national players, their rates of $60 an hr for 1to1 & $110/mth for 2hrly weekly sessions, are really very good value. And for group sessions, no more than 5 students per coach!

My girl p1 just started badminton, this year, and I’m looking for anyone else interested to form a group training with Hendri. Just 3 more players as Hendri is willing to start a class with just 4 players. Sundays 2-4pm tentatively, @SBH.

Anyone interested?

[mommyluv]

Yeah, I think so that his pricing is quite steep but after went for his trial I notice the difference. Not only the student ratio per court and also the quality of his assistant coaches. My son likes it there and since he is in the school team now, im quite happy.

mummy of 2:

mommyluv:

I came across this thread and couldn't stop myself from sharing this, I have been sending my son to Ronald Susilo badminton academy along Dover Road. Do check out his web http://ronaldsusilo.com.sg/

Thanks but I'm looking at more affordable rates.

[activemum]

Yes. I went for grouping before. I guess it is quite competitive. So many everywhere. Boils down to the pricing I guess. 1 to 1 is more focused. Also need to make sure that those ex-nationals are not just using their name just to sell and use other coaches while they are not at the court area to supervise. Kind of like exploitation at times. No more meaning if they are not they. Not sure if the price is worth it. All coaches should be NCAP qualified now days. So, it doesn’t matter, which ex or non-ex players. Time commitment is also a problem.