Badminton is easy to learn, enjoyable at any age and has a low risk of injury. There are badminton clubs in Nicosia, Kyrenia and Famagusta.
Get started in 4 steps
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Find a club
Training takes place at our clubs with experienced coaches. Find the nearest active club and contact them directly about training days and fees.
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Get your equipment
A racket, a few shuttles, indoor shoes and comfortable sportswear are all you need to start. Details below.
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Get your licence
To play in tournaments and leagues you need an athlete licence from the federation. Licences are issued to anyone aged 6 to 85.
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Enter your first tournament
Every season the federation organises championships, leagues and open tournaments for each age group.
Events calendar
What you need
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Racket
A light racket of medium stiffness is enough to start. Clubs may lend rackets for the first sessions.
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Shuttlecock
Plastic or feather shuttles are used in training.
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Shoes
Non-marking indoor court shoes.
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Clothing
Comfortable sportswear you can move freely in.
Other ways to play
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Badminton at school
Every year the federation organises primary, middle and high school competitions together with the Ministry of Education. Ask your PE teacher about joining your school team.
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Air Badminton
You can try outdoor Air Badminton on the court in front of our federation building. The festival held every summer is a great opportunity for beginners.