National Coach Framework
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Coach education in Victoria is governed by the National Coaching Framework. Please visit the Badminton Australia website for information on qualification pathways, accreditation and re-accreditation - https://www.badminton.org.au/learn/coaching/
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Become a Badminton Coach
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Coaching is a fun and rewarding way to get involved with badminton, develop yourself and contribute to your community.
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As an accredited coach, you can build professional careers, coach in the local community or teach the sport at schools.
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Whatever your coaching goals are, Badminton Victoria is invested in education for teaching and coaching practices that are informed, safe and engaging for our growing sport.
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For further information
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Send your enquiry to coaching@badmintonvic.com.au
BWF Shuttle Time
An introductory course suited for teachers and grassroots level badminton coaches. No experience is required.
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Course Fee:
$160 - Badminton Victoria Member
$230 - Non Badminton Victoria Member
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Fee includes registration and accreditation fee with Badminton Australia
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Funded Positions:
Funded positions may be available - see promotional flyer below
BWF Level 1
A thorough course conducted over two weekends - suited for academy coaches and those looking to extend their coaching knowledge with aspirations for state-level coaching
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Course Fee:
$300 - Badminton Victoria Member
$350 - Non Badminton Victoria Member
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Fee includes registration and accreditation fee with Badminton Australia
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23rd March Update: Please note that due to the Coronavirus, the 2020 BWF Level 1 Coaching Course has been cancelled.
Sporting Schools
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Sporting Schools is an Australian Government initiative designed to help schools to increase children's participation in sport, and to connect them with community sporting opportunities.
Opportunities with Sporting Schools include:
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Belong to Australia’s largest ever sport participation program
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Build relationships, establish new networks and gain community recognition
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Gain access to a range of training and development opportunities
Victorian State Teams​
Badminton Victoria appoint coaches for our representative state teams. State Team Coaches facilitate training sessions and travel with the players for national championships.​
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We have state teams for:
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Open-level athletes
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Under 19 athletes
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Under 17 athletes
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Under 15 athletes
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Under 13 athletes
Other Programs and Projects
In collaboration with​ community partners, Badminton Victoria may facilitate badminton programs for various segments of the community.
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Examples of programs and projects include:
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Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Communities
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Junior development
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Para-Badminton development
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Professional development in schools and educational institutes