About Us @ LGBA

The Love Grid Badminton Academy (LGBA) is a not for profit incorporated sporting organization.

LGBA will be the leader in badminton coaching in Western Australia and will also be recognized as such by the badminton fraternity. The intent is to produce quality players that will represent their state and country with pride and joy.

This will be done through structured learning experiences and by ensuring the provision of the highest quality of coaching, consistent with appropriate and recognized standards.

LGBA will raise funds by subscriptions of its members and will apply those funds in the best interest of the membership. LGBA provides excellent services to its members by giving special attention and consideration to juniors, students, ethnic groups and novice players. Coaching sessions are conducted for all levels and the elected officials instill stability, accountability and responsibility to all members.

COACH PLAN
Teach players the rule and how to follow those rules
Teach players to respect others, themselves and equipment
Teach players to warm up and warm down correctly
Group players according to skill and level of play
All players to be given equal time by coaches - no favoritism
Meet safety standards (playing environment, equipment, etc)
Keep up with the latest practices and coaching techniques
To be consistent, objective and courteous when making decisions
Keep up to date with latest trends in officiating, knowledge, growth and development of the sport
Teach, Motivate, Organize, Plan, Coach, and Discipline
To be aware of players wants and needs
Set goals (long and short term) and create ways to attain those goals
Effectively communicate with players (listen and understand)

PROGRAM OF DEVELOPMENT
LGBA adopts Progress Principles that are based on Measurements, Observations and Achievements.

COMMITMENT FROM THE ACADEMY
LGBA sets a good example by being enthusiastic, positive and supportive.

LGBA develops players by:
Imparting leading practices and coaching techniques
Internal competition
Creating avenues for participating in BAWA run tournaments
Creating avenues for participating in other tournaments
Emphasizing the positive benefits of playing badminton
Getting players involved in planning and leading activities associated with badminton
Imparting knowledge and responsibilities by delegation
Guidance through competition and professionalism
Attaining enjoyment in badminton

LGBA expects participants to:
Be on time
Be prepared mentally & physically for your training session
Have an idea of what you want to achieve
Try their best and be fully committed
Get out of periods of low motivation
Focus on the positive aspects of training
Be prepared to brief me on any coaching aspects

LGBA does:
Solicit financial assistance
Seize volunteers to assist with training
Acquire sparring partners
Secure guest speakers
Co-ordinate social events (dance, raffles, quiz night, etc.)
Set up competition matches
Organize tournaments
Reach international players to gain encouragement
Construct camps for team building exercises

LGBA ensures that 1st aid kits are available and coaches are trained in 1st aid.

Coaching Sessions

The Coaches of  Love Grid Badminton provide coaching at various venues.  Please see information on coaching sessions at the website.

Risk Management

The Coaches of  Love Grid Badminton have:

Police Clearances

Working with Children Clearances

NCAS Badminton Coaching Qualifications

Testimonials

Please visit the heading of testimonials at this website for more information.