Bono Region Community Outreach Coaching and Officiating

Course: Shuttle Time Coaching & Technical Officials Course

Venue: Sunyani Secondary School

What is it? An entry-level, on-court course by Ghana Badminton & BWF, teaching practical skills to deliver safe, fun badminton lessons for children aged 5–18 in schools and community clubs.

Who should attend? Physical Education teachers and anyone interested in grassroots badminton coaching.

What you'll gain:

• Basic coaching knowledge & career pathway in badminton coaching

• Technical officiating training (Referee/Umpire pathway to world level)

• Upon certified assessment: possible recommendation to officiate at 2025 international events in Ghana

Course hours: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm

Optional Package Includes:

• Course T-shirt

• 202-page Teachers' Manual (soft copy) + emailed handout

• 4 Certificates (2 National + 2 International)

• 22 lesson plans + 92 video clips

• Technical Official's Handbook

What you can do as a Technical Official:

• Manage referee/umpire programs across Ghana, Africa, and globally

• Develop guidance materials (draws, player clothing, role documents)

• Contribute to the BWF Technical Officials' quarterly magazine

• Deliver training and education for officials at all levels

What to bring: Laptop, racket, notepad, pen, badminton racket. Coursework required.

Watch past event highlights: https://youtu.be/JCogARF3lh0?si=qh3VRk8gdv1oJOAE