Badminton (Goodyear Physical Activities Series)

Recent elevated interest in badminton, in part due to its inclusion in the 1992 Olympics and its qualities as a lifetime activity, makes this Fourth Edition of Badminton by Jon and James Poole a timely contribution to the literature supporting effective badminton teaching. Instructors teaching the game to beginners will find this comprehensive supplement valuable and easy to use. Loaded with clear descriptions and helpful diagrams, Badminton, Fourth Edition, explores fundamental techniques and mechanics of the game that add greatly to the learner's proficiency, interest, and enjoyment. This inexpensively priced guidebook makes the instructor's job easier as well: included are helpful diagrams of drills and practice games, teaching cues, a sample lesson plan, and a sample teaching schedule. As a bonus to the reader, Jon Poole (a former top-ranked singles and doubles player) and James Poole recommend and describe activities to develop mental and physical strength and endurance.