# Footwork and Movement · Badminton, Niveau 2 : Élémentaire

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Footwork and Movement: 100 faits, 10 tests.

The movement cycle, the split-step in detail, running steps, chassé and cross-behind, hop and pivot, lunges, jumps and landings, moving to the forecourt and rearcourt, and movement practice.

## Test 1: The movement cycle

- Start, approach, hit and recover. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The start happens in response to the opponent's hit. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Approach is the travel towards the shuttle. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Recovery anticipates where the opponent will hit next. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The manual notes common movements in approach and recover. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Components are learned alone, then integrated so players flow. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The components are split-step, running steps, chassé, cross-behind, hop/pivot, lunge, jump and landing. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Start, approach, hit, recover. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The cycle applied to a forecourt shot. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Travelling in and coming back are approach and recovery. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 2: The split-step in detail

- A shallow jump just before the opponent hits lets the body rebound off the floor. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The foot that lands first decides the direction: left lands first, move right. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Front foot first means moving back. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A wide, bent landing gives balance for an explosive push. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A short contact time lets the player move off quickly. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The manual says no split-step covers all directions equally; experience picks the likely ones. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Split-steps happen wherever the player is at the opponent's hit. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Back foot first sends the player forward. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Land, bend, push. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A small hop timed with the opponent's hit is the split-step. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 3: Running steps, chassé and cross-behind

- In a chassé the trailing foot closes up to the leading one. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The cross-behind crosses one foot behind the other to cover ground. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Players often cross behind as they move back for overheads. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Normal running steps cover longer distances. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Side steps keep the body facing play. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Short lateral moves use chassés. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Front crossings can trip the player. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Step, close, step, plant. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- From a hop to running steps. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Crossing behind lets the player cover ground going back. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 4: Hop and pivot

- A small hop with a pivot turns the body. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Players pivot to turn sideways and move back. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Side-on lets the hips and shoulders rotate for power. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Pivoting helps players recover from the net. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Pivots happen on the balls of the feet. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Without a pivot, players hit square-on and late. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The practice links a shallow jump and pivot to a new split-step. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Split, pivot, move, hit. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Rotation starts from the ground. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Turning on a small hop is the hop and pivot. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 5: Lunges

- Lunges lead with the racket foot so the arm and leg reach together. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Heel first lets the foot roll and brake safely. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A knee in line with the foot protects the joint. (Source: General badminton reference)
- The trailing leg helps recovery. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Lunges reach low shuttles at the front and sides. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- An upright trunk keeps the weight over the base. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Side lunges cover wide shots in defence. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Push, step, land, return. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Heel to recovery. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- In a lunge the heel lands first. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 6: Jumps and landings

- Jumping meets the shuttle higher and sooner. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A jump smash is played at the top of a jump. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Bent knees absorb the landing. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Landing loads the joints; good technique protects them. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Players jump sideways to intercept wide shuttles. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Landing should flow into recovery towards the net. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The scissor action brings the back foot forward to land. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Get behind it, jump, hit, land and recover. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- From underarm to the top of a jump. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- A smash hit at the top of a jump. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)

## Test 7: Moving to the forecourt

- Approaches to the net end in a lunge. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- From the base, a couple of steps and a lunge reach the net. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A raised racket meets the shuttle early. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Touching the net in play is a fault. (Source: BWF Laws of Badminton 2027 (player's view), Law 13.4.1)
- Arriving early lets players play down from above the tape. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Recovery follows every shot. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Small adjusting steps finish in a lunge. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Split, step, lunge, return. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Earlier arrival gives a higher contact. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Moves to the net corners finish in a lunge. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 8: Moving to the rearcourt

- Turning side-on is safer and faster than backpedalling. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Backpedalling is slow and can cause falls. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Players chassé and cross behind to get behind the shuttle. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Getting behind the shuttle allows a strong overhead. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Players move round the head to avoid a weak high backhand. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Players recover forward after hitting from the back. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Players prefer the forehand because the high backhand lacks power. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 7)
- Split, turn, move, hit. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- From the back corner forward. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Moves to the back start by turning side-on. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

## Test 9: Shadow footwork and practice

- Players practise movement patterns without hitting. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The coach signals which corner to go to. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Multi-feeding sends many shuttles in a row to drill movement and strokes. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 3)
- Random patterns train reading and reacting. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- La bonne technique d'abord, la vitesse ensuite. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Lines guide where feet land. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A partner's call or clap changes direction. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Base, corner, stroke, back. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- From no shuttle to game play. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 3)
- Feeding many shuttles quickly is multi-feeding. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 3)

## Test 10: Balance and posture

- Keeping the upper body between the feet helps balance. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A slight forward bend at the hips prepares the push-off. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Over-reaching pulls the body off its base. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The free arm swings back to balance the lunge. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Bent knees lower the body for quick reactions. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- A steady head helps balance and tracking. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The manual stresses quick and efficient movement. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- From feet to head. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- Feet under the body balance best. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)
- The free arm counterbalances the lunge. (Source: BWF Coaches' Manual L1, Module 6)

Sources: BWF Coaches' Manual Level 1 (2017), BWF regulations and history, Olympedia; original questions authored, nothing reproduced. Numbered rules belong to the Rules category (Badminton - Laws of Badminton).

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