BWF Level 1 Coach Course 2026/27

Take your first step into badminton coaching with Badminton Wales.

Take your first step into badminton coaching with the BWF Level 1 Coach Course, designed for aspiring coaches, players, teachers and volunteers who want to develop the skills and confidence to deliver safe, enjoyable and effective badminton sessions.

The course combines online learning with practical face to face training, helping you build a strong foundation in coaching principles, lesson planning, technical development and player engagement. By the end of the course, you will be equipped to organise and deliver beginner and foundation-level coaching sessions while creating a positive learning environment for players of all ages.

Course Venue

Course Schedule

Course Fee

The full course fee is £450 per person.

• A £100 deposit is required to secure your place.
• Places are limited to 12 participants.

What You Will Learn

• How to plan and deliver structured badminton sessions
• Fundamental coaching skills and communication techniques
• Technical and tactical basics of badminton
• How to create enjoyable and inclusive learning environments
• Safe coaching practices and player welfare considerations
• Ways to develop players through progressive activities and games

Benefits of the Qualification

• Gain an internationally recognised coaching qualification
• Develop practical coaching experience through guided learning
• Build confidence to coach beginner and developing players
• Learn from experienced coach educators and peers
• Become part of the coaching pathway and support badminton growth in your local community
• Access coaching resources and continued development opportunities

Whether you want to support your club, help develop junior players, enhance your teaching skills or begin your coaching journey, the BWF Level 1 Coach Course provides the knowledge and practical experience to get started.

How to Apply

Pay the £100 deposit to reserve your place. For application details, or any questions about the course, please contact:

Donal O’Halloran
donal.ohalloran@badminton.wales

BWF Level 2 Coach Education Course 2027

Take the next step in your coaching journey with Badminton Wales.

Are you ready to build on your coaching experience and develop the skills needed to support players at a higher level?

Badminton Wales is delighted to offer the BWF Level 2 Coach Education Course, delivered by experienced tutor Andy Stewart. This nationally recognised qualification is designed for coaches who want to deepen their knowledge, strengthen their practical coaching skills and make a greater impact within their clubs, schools and communities.

Course Schedule

Course Fee

The full course fee is £650.

• A £100 deposit is required to secure your place.
• The remaining balance must be paid before the course begins.
• Places are limited to 10 participants.
• Up to two places are available for overseas applicants.
• The course will run subject to a minimum of eight participants enrolling.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the course, applicants must hold one of the following:

• BWF Level 1 Coach Certificate
• UKCC Level 2 Coaching Qualification

How to Apply

Register via the application link below and pay the £100 deposit to reserve your place.

Applicants must also email a copy of their BWF Level 1 certificate to:
donal.ohalloran@badminton.wales

Further Information

If you have any questions about the course, eligibility requirements or application process, please contact:

Donal O’Halloran
donal.ohalloran@badminton.wales