badminton nephyte (guys help! :-)

[gerald]

hi guys, i used to play badminton way back in high school but i was not that serious with the sport. now im a college senior and im playing badminton (again after 3 years) and i must admit that i barely know about the sport. what i only know are some rules od the game, basic stance and grip. and this time, i am so obsessed with the sport that i wanto take it seriously.

i am now looking for a trainor (im from batangas,philippines) but i have budget limitations. i would like to ask if you know where i can train....much better if the fee would not be that costy.

second, i recently bought a cheap racket (Kason Super 312) and im planning to purchase another one but i have only Php 1500... any suggestions?

thanks alot.. i need your help.

[PandaLord]

Hey welcome to the sport :D Always nice to see a new enthusiast. What made you have the change of heart ?

Cant help you with the coaching bit but as for the rackets..how much is 1500 php in other currencies ? :p

[Starsky]

Hey there fellow kababayan! To answer your questions:

1) For a trainer, lots of badminton courts here in the country have in house trainers. Where do you play? Perhaps you could ask them if they have a trainer...or you could check out this site: www.yourbadminton.com (http://www.yourbadminton.com) it has a list of trainers you could contact

2) As for buying a new racket, just go to your local sports shop (Toby's, Chris Sports, badminton hub, etc) and tell the sales person your budget and ask for a racket in that price range (P1,500 = US28-30 dollars)

Good luck and enjoy the game!!!

[gerald]

oh my...im glad somebody replied on my post... thanks alot. i just bought one this afternoon. :-) Prince Tour 1300... its Php 1100.. :-) im happy and quite satisfied with it. i have to wait till saturday so i can finally play again.i have classes til 7:30 pm.

thanks for that site. i'll check it out. nice to be here.:-) i just do hope i can excel/ develop my skills more in this sport. i used to play volleyball before and was so obsessed too (haha!). i even joined the varsity team. and now, im totally hooked to this sport (badminton).

again, thanks alot guys. that really helps. :-)