Embrace spring with a leisurely game of badminton
Within the military of 18th century British India is not the most likely of places for a ball game of finesse to be developed, but that’s exactly what happened in the case of badminton. With spring’s sunny days finally arrived, it’s time to whip out that badminton set and spend a leisurely few hours practising your skills for summer.
Perfect for lazy afternoons when you are overcome with fatigue and humidity, a game of badminton requires little effort and fitness ability. It’s the kind of sport you can play with your smooth drink still in hand, all the while carrying on an in-depth conversation.
The rules are simple and very similar to tennis, as the game can be played in singles or doubles. First you will need to establish a rectangular court divided by a net, which can be done anywhere there is a spare patch of grass. The goal of the game is to score points by striking the shuttlecock over the net with your racquet so that it lands on your opponent’s side. Each player may only strike the shuttlecock once before it passes over the net.
When it comes to purchasing your essential equipment, there are sophisticated Country Badminton Sets available online via Terrain, as well as a world of Badminton-themed essentials on Etsy.
