This course is the first step along BC's umpiring pathway and designed to provide participants with the introductory knowledge, the training and the confidence to umpire matches during a competition. The learning objectives cover the laws of badminton, scoring on a scoresheet, verbiage, and practical on-court sessions. The course fee includes 8 hours of classroom and practical training combined, a workbook and a log book. For a full description of the various development pathways for Technical Officials visit: Officials Pathway
DATE: Monday & Tuesday, September 11 & 12, 2023
TIME: 6:00pm – 10:00pm, both nights
LOCATION: Vancouver Lawn Tennis and Badminton Club, 1630 W 15th Ave, Vancouver, BC
FEE (for Paid Current BBC Officials Members): $0 (FREE), includes venue (classroom & courts), Instructor(s), and course materials
FEE (for Unrenewed or Non-Members): Pre-Paid, $15 per attendee, includes BBC Officials Membership (value = $15), venue (classroom & courts), Instructor(s), and course materials
PAYMENT: Send e-transfer to accounting@badmintonbc.com (including a note explaining the purpose of the transfer); alternatively, a paypal link can be sent to registered participants prior to event
INSTRUCTOR: Liz-Anne Eyford
CONTACT: technicalprograms@badmintonbc.com
NOTES: Venue has an active facilities available for purchasing food.