1. Court & Equipment
Before playing, it’s important to understand the layout and essential equipment.
Key points:
Matches can be played as singles (1 vs 1) or doubles (2 vs 2)
The shuttlecock must travel over the net and land within boundary lines
A match is typically played in a best-of-three games, each to 21 points
Players score a point on every rally, regardless of who served
👉 The side winning the rally serves next.
A proper serve sets the tone for the rally and can immediately put your opponent under pressure.
Basic serving guidelines:
Contact the shuttle below waist height
The racket head must point downward at impact
Both feet stay in contact with the floor
Serve diagonally into the opponent’s service box
⭐ Beginners should focus on consistency rather than power.
Understanding faults helps prevent unnecessary point losses.
Common faults include:
Hitting the shuttle out of bounds
Failing to send the shuttle over the net
Serving incorrectly
Touching the net with your racket or body
Striking the shuttle twice
👉 Minimizing simple errors is one of the fastest ways to improve your game.
