BWF Para Badminton Development Programmes in 2020!

October 31, 2019

The BWF is pleased to provide information on three initiatives to support the development of Para badminton globally. Members Associations, National Paralympic Committees and National Para Badminton Associations are invited to submit applications for the following programmes in 2020:

  1. National Classifier Workshops
  2. Female Participation Grants
  3. Badminton Wheelchair Programme

For more information, please kindly contact BWF Development Manager, John Shearer ([email protected]).

1 - BWF National Level 1 and Level 2 Classifier Workshop 2020

BWF National Classifier workshops involve a combination of theory and observation sessions, and are designed to support National Badminton Associations, who wish to deliver Para badminton activities and tournaments in their country.

WHO CAN ATTEND

The National Level 1 Classifier Workshop is open to anyone with an interest in Para badminton and athlete classification. The course does not require a background in the field of medicine or physiotherapy, however to progress to the National Level 2 Classifier Workshop a medical or physiotherapy qualification is a prerequisite. We therefore advise Member Associations and National Paralympic Committees to select representatives based on their long-term plans to develop a national classifier workforce. Please note that attending these workshops does not qualify a person to classify athletes at an international level. For more information on the BWF Para badminton classifier structure and pathway please click here.

Classifier Workshop Calendar 2020

BWF NATIONAL LEVEL 1 CLASSIFIER WORKSHOP

The aims/objectives of the National Level 1 Workshop are:

  • To introduce the theory of classification in Para badminton.
  • To introduce the Minimal Impairment Criteria and show how these are applied in Player Evaluation.
  • To observe Player Evaluation under supervision and identify the stages and the roles of the Classifier in the process.

BWF NATIONAL LEVEL 2 CLASSIFIER WORKSHOP

The aims/objectives of the National Level 2 Workshop are:

  • To focus in detail on the theory of classification in Para badminton.
  • To focus in detail on the Minimal Impairment Criteria and show how these are applied in Player Evaluation.
  • To observe Player Evaluation under supervision and identify the stages and the roles of the Classifier in the process.

In order to attend this course participants must meet the following criteria:

  • Participant must be a certified medical professional
  • Participant must have attended BWF National Level 1 Classifier Workshop previously (please attach copy of National Level 1 Classifier Workshop certificate with your application)

Please complete the attached application form fully, in English and send to Erica Khoo [email protected] by the closing date specified for each workshop. Places are limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

Application Form 2020

Note that there will be no fee incurred for attending the workshop. However, participants are responsible in booking their own travel and accommodation to attend the workshop.

2 - BWF Para Badminton Female Participation Grant 2020

The Female Participation Grant offers opportunities for female athletes to apply for financial support to attend and be Internationally Classified at a number of BWF sanctioned International tournaments in 2020.

To be considered to receive a participation grant from the BWF, athletes must meet the following criteria:

  • Be affiliated to their National Badminton Federation / National Para Badminton Federation / National Paralympic Committee
  • Be eligible to be internationally classified by the BWF in one of the six Para badminton Sport Classes (WH1, WH2, SL3, SL4, SU5 & SH6)
  • Participate in structured badminton training on a weekly basis (minimum)

Successful applicants will be selected and may receive a full or partial grant to allow them to attend and be Internationally Classified at a BWF sanctioned International tournament in 2020. The BWF will notify all National Badminton Federations / National Para Badminton Federations of the outcome of their applications by 13th December 2019.

Please note the maximum number of applications per country is three.

Please note the maximum amount which can be applied for per athlete is $1,250 USD.

Classification Calendar 2020

Please complete the Female Participation Grant Application Form 2020 in full and return to Erica Khoo [email protected] by 6th December 2019

Application Form 2020

Please complete the following two forms in full and return to [email protected] by 6th December 2019. Please title the email Female Participation Grant 2020.

Form 1- Para Badminton Medical Information Form
Form 2- Para Badminton Player Evaluation Consent Form

All forms must be completed in English and sent in PDF format. The Medical Information Form must be stamped by a Doctor.

3 - BWF-RMA Badminton Development Wheelchairs

The BWF in partnership with RMA Sport have developed a new Badminton Development Wheelchair, which is now available for purchase by Member Associations and National Paralympic Committees. The wheelchair comes in two frame sizes and has the option of single or double (extra cost) rear anti-tippers.

The cost of each wheelchair is £685 (approx. $880 USD) excluding VAT and shipping.

Member Associations and National Paralympic Committees may place orders by completing the order form below and submit to [email protected].

Order Form