PE 3 - Physical Activities Toward Health and Fitness 3 – (PATHFit 3):

Group Activities

September 1, 2023

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Almero, Justine L.
Anaviso, Lyngzie A.
Animo, Evea Ysraelle B.
Barro, Alyssa
Catalan, Shaira
Cesar, Kenrey M.
Dilao, Quen Trixy T.
Dumangog, Ronald N.
Ereño, Rodelyn B.
Galban, Genesis Phol
Monteron, Julie Ann
Natividad, Marjhon
Padua, Ma. Janiel Vianne O.
Quinsay, Kim Pauline S.
Royandoyan, Eiza S.
Solteo, Reynalyn
Tarrrayo, Hyrschel Angeli
LESSON OBJECTIVES
At the end of the discussion, the learners should be able to:
a. Identify the different facilities and equipment
b. Familiarize oneself with the specifications required in badminton

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OF BADMINTON

Badminton is a sports game in which two players or two teams consisting of
two people compete. The goal of each of the players/teams is to throw a shuttlecock
to the territory of the opponent in such a way that he or she cannot hit it. To score a
point, the shuttlecock must touch the opponent's area.
Badminton Facilities

Badminton Court Dimensions

 Doubles: 44 feet long by 22 feet wide,

 Singles: 44 feet long by 17 feet wide

Back-court

 Also called “Rear Court”. The back-court is 8 ft. of the court, including the back
alley.

Back Boundary Line and Long Service Line for Singles

 The back boundary line is the same for singles and doubles play it is the
outermost back line on the court.

Long Service Line for Doubles

 The Long Service line for Doubles is marked 2 1/2 feet inside the Back
Boundary Line.

Mid-Court

 The middle third of the court from the short service line to the back third, a
distance of about 7 ½ ft.

Service Shot

 Area into where the service must be declined. A service may be made to the
right or left service court depending on the score.

Short Service Line

 The short service line is marked 6 feet 6 inches from the center line. The area
inside the short service line is also called the “Non-Volley Zone”.

The Net Line

 The net line marks the middle of the court where the net is placed, creating a
22 feet by 20 feet area on each side of the net.

The Badminton Net

 The top of the badminton net is hung 5 feet above in the center net line.

Center Line

 The Center Line is the line that divides the court from the Short Service Line to
the Back Boundary Line. This delineates the Left from Right Service Court.
Side Line for Singles Play

 The Singles Side Line is marked 1 1/2 feet from the edge of the outer boundary
(doubles side line)

Figure 1. Badminton Court Terms

Figure 2. Badminton Court Dimensions

Badminton Equipment

1. Racket
 a lightweight piece used by players in the game of badminton.
 made up of a circular handle, a shaft, and a stringed head.
Additional Info:

The head of the racket is composed of a light

frame made of either aluminum, steel, or graphite, while
the string is typically made of nylon or synthetic material.
The shaft and handle are usually made of wood or
carbon fiber and often feature a grip to help the player
control the racket.

A racket must follow the specifications laid by the

BWF (Badminton World Federation). According to BWF
specifications, the string length cannot be more than
27.94 cm and its width can’t be more than 20.9 cm. The full length of a racket cannot
be more than 68 cm and the width cannot be more than 23 cm.

PARTS OF THE RACKET

 Stringed Area – is extended to hit the shuttle. It is of uniform pattern and

does not exceed 280 mm. (11 in.) in length and 220 mm. in width.
 Head– bounds the stringed area.
 Throat – connects the shaft to the head.
 Shaft – connects the handle to the head
 Ferrule – firmly connects the shaft and the handle.
 Handle – is intended for a player’s grip
 Butt – is located at the tip of the handle
 Frame – includes the head, the throat, the shaft and the handle. It is no
more than 680 mm. or wider than 230 mm.
2. Shuttlecock
 the object that is hit back and forth over the net
 the primary tool used in badminton

Two types:

 Plastic shuttlecocks are more durable and long-lasting than the commonly
used feather type. Plastic shuttlecocks are likely to travel short distances
because of their heaviness, but they are ideal for building strength.
  Feather shuttlecocks are made with bird feathers. It offers high aerodynamic
lift than the plastic ones. A shuttlecock is formed from 16 or so overlapping
feathers, usually goose or duck, embedded into a rounded cork base.

Standard dimension of Shuttlecock Size

The shuttlecocks whether made of plastics or feathers have a standard dimension.

 Overall, it weighs around 4.75 to 5.50 grams.

 The feathers of a badminton shuttlecock measure 62 to 70 mm in length.
 The radius of the cork is around 11.5 to 14 mm.
 The diameter of the circle created by the feathers framing is around 58 to
68 mm.

3. Badminton Net
 one of the most important pieces of equipment
 Without a net at the right height and with the right width, the game of
badminton becomes diluted.
Badminton net dimensions in feet

 Total width: 20 ft
 Total height at the posts: 5 ft 1 inch
 Total height at the center: 5 ft
 Net height: 2 ft 6 inch
4. Apparel
 The overall sportswear worn by the players, this includes clothes, shoes,
and accessories.
 Sportswear should be as comfortable as possible considering it has an
important bearing on a player's game performance. In addition, in
professional play, there may be specific regulations regarding clothing.

5. Scoreboard
 It is a display board showing the current score and game progression.
Moreover, scoreboards keep players and spectators informed about the
ongoing match, allowing everyone to stay engaged and follow the competition
accurately.
6. Badminton Poles Or Post
 A slender, steel pole that comes with a hook and a sliding collar to adjust
net tension and a plastic grooved cap to ensure accurate net height.
 The groove is wide enough for a second cable to allow the pole to be
used as a common center post to hold 2 nets.
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