National Smash - Badminton · Fall 2026 (Archived) | National Athletics Academy

Season: Fall 2026
Ages: Ages 6–15
Schedule: Thursdays 5:30–7:00 PM (90 mins, 8 Weeks)
Tuition: from $125 CAD

Venue: Knox-Met Fellowship Hall Gym, 2340 Victoria Ave, Regina, SK

Overview

What the program covered

Badminton is the world's fastest racket sport, demanding exceptional cardiovascular endurance, hand-eye reactivity, and explosive multi-directional footwork. The NAA Badminton Academy provides structured technical instruction for Regina youth at Knox-Met Fellowship Hall Gym (Downtown Regina), transforming recreational backyard play into crisp, competitive court mastery under screened, Safe Sport–trained coaches across our progressive Fall 2026 curriculum.

Program highlights

Fall 2026: Currently in session at Knox-Met Fellowship Hall Gym (2340 Victoria Ave)
Oct 22 – Dec 10, 2026: 8 classes · Thursdays 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (90 mins, 8 Weeks)
Smash Foundation (Ages 6–10): $125 CAD · Smash Elite (Ages 11–15): $150 CAD
Official NAA Training Jersey available for $22 CAD
10% Sibling Discount available for 2nd registered child
90-minute high-energy sessions with Yonex practice shuttles and loaner rackets provided
Strict 1:8 to 1:15 athlete-to-coach ratios ensuring individualized racket technique
High-grade Yonex practice nylon shuttles (Mavis 300/350) and loaner rackets provided
End-of-block NAA Athlete Progress Report card and individual skill evaluations

Tiers

Age tiers & curriculum

Ages 6–10 · 90 min · $125 CAD

Smash Foundation

90 min · Thursdays 5:30–7:00 PM · $125 CAD · 1:8 to 1:10 Coach Ratio

Physical literacy, hand-eye coordination, neutral grip habits, underhand serving accuracy, court boundary games, gentle net drops, swat attacks, and Jamboree mini-meet competition.

Week 1: Shake-hands V-grip, pancake grip elimination, birdie balance relay
Week 2: Rocket Launch high underhand serves, Battleship hoop target scoring
Week 3: Agility ladder footwork, bunny hops, Hungry Hippos birdie collection
Week 4: Scissor-throw mechanics, 12 o'clock contact, Sky Ball high rallies
Week 5: Gentle tape drops, soft hands drills, Drop the Bomb basket targets
Week 6: Short-distance wall volleys, mid-court slap drills, Dodge-Rally game
Week 7: Monster Swat downward attacks, Shield Protectors coach lob defense
Week 8: Jamboree Mini-Meet, rotating partner matches, achievement certificates

Ages 11–15 · 90 min · $150 CAD

Smash Elite

90 min · Thursdays 5:30–7:00 PM · $150 CAD · 1:12 to 1:15 Coach Ratio

Tactical footwork, split-step timing, forehand/backhand grip switching, low backhand flick serves, baseline attacking clears, spinning net tumbles, flat drives, jump smashes, doubles rotations, and sudden-death tournament matchplay.

Week 1: Forehand vs. backhand bevel grips, split-step timing, rapid-fire feed reactions
Week 2: Low backhand flick serves, deceptive service variations, 3-shot rally battles
Week 3: 6-corner timed shadow ghosting, heel-to-toe lunges, push-off recoveries
Week 4: Attacking clears vs. defensive high clears, scissor kicks, deep line targets
Week 5: Slow/fast disguised slice drops, hair-pin net tumbles, Cat-and-Mouse net battles
Week 6: 2v2 flat drive battles down the tramlines, thumb-press punch drives, Speed Trap rallies
Week 7: Jump smash mechanics & steep angles, defense blocks, Attack vs. Defense Gauntlet
Week 8: Doubles rotation (front/back vs. side-by-side), Sudden-Death Grudge Cup (to 11 pts)

Included

What was included

Smash Foundation (Ages 6–10): $125 CAD · 90 min sessions
Smash Elite (Ages 11–15): $150 CAD · 90 min sessions
8 Training Sessions (90 minutes each) at Knox-Met Church Gym
Thursdays 5:30–7:00 PM (Oct 22 – Dec 10, 2026)
Official NAA Training Jersey available for purchase ($22 CAD)
10% Sibling Discount for 2nd registered child
High-grade Yonex practice nylon shuttles provided for all drills
High-quality loaner rackets available at every session upon request
End-of-block NAA Badminton Progress Report card & skill evaluation
Dedicated team communications & schedule updates via the TeamLinkt app

Questions

FAQs from this season

Do athletes need to bring their own badminton racket?

Athletes are encouraged to bring their own standard badminton racket, but NAA provides high-quality loaner rackets at every session for participants who do not have one.

What footwear and equipment are required?

Clean, non-marking indoor court shoes with good lateral support are mandatory to protect gymnasium hardwood and player ankles. Comfortable athletic shorts/t-shirt and a water bottle are required. Shuttles and training gear are fully provided by NAA.

Is badminton suitable for beginners?

Yes! Badminton is one of the most accessible sports for developing foundational hand-eye reactivity and footwork. Our Smash Foundation tier (Ages 6–10) caters to beginners with fun movement games and physical literacy, while Smash Elite (Ages 11–15) provides clear progression for both new and intermediate players.

How long are the sessions and when does the program run?

Sessions are 90 minutes each (5:30–7:00pm) on Thursdays (Oct 22 – Dec 10). Coaches follow a strict 90-second maximum instruction/demonstration pacing rule so kids spend their time active and hitting shuttles, not listening to long lectures.

How does the Family & Multi-Child Discount work?

We offer a 10% discount starting on your second registered participant (and each additional child). 1) Same Sport (Automatic): Complete registration for Child 1, then click "+ Register Another Participant" before paying. Your 10% multi-child discount will apply automatically at checkout. 2) Different Sports (Manual Refund): If enrolling across different sports (e.g. Badminton + Volleyball), complete each registration normally and email info@naacanada.org with the participant names and order numbers for a 10% refund within 7–10 business days.

When are final schedules and training groups confirmed?

Final schedules and training group assignments will be confirmed in the TeamLinkt app once registrations and facility allocations are complete.