Basic Racket Grip

Hold the racket like you’re shaking hands with somebody. Your thumb should press comfortably
against the wide surface of the grip. Keep your grip relaxed so that you don’t impair your wrist
mobility.

Basic Footwork

It’s easier to move forward than backwards, so after you make a shot, aim to move back to the
middle or slightly deeper than middle of the court. If the shuttle is served in front of you, push
forward with the toes of your back foot. If the shuttle is hit behind you, push off the toes of your
front foot.

Basic Backhand Serve

Hold the shuttle with your left index finger and thumb (if you’re right-handed). With a backhand
grip, move your racket toward you and then toward the shuttle. Gently release the shuttle at the
same moment you make contact with the middle of your racket.

Drop Shot

A drop shot can be performed with either a forehand or backhand grip. Gently tap the shuttle
with your racket so that it just clears the net. The key to an effective drop shot is to catch your
opponent off-guard.

Forehand Smash

Wait for the shuttle to reach its highest point and hit it in the middle of your racket with a full arm
range of motion. Follow through your shot so that your body comes forward. Your goal with this
shot is to hit the shuttle as fast as you can so that your opponent can hit it back.

Backhand Shot

Turn your body away from the net and keep your racket close to your body. Aim to hit the
shuttle when it’s still over your head with the middle of your racket. Swing through so that your
racket follows the direction of the shuttle.