Badminton Alberta is excited to present “Badminton Officiating 101 - An Introduction to Officiating the Game of Badminton.”
This introductory course is for those interested in learning the fundamentals of badminton officiating and beginning their pathway toward becoming a certified Provincial umpire. Instruction will be led by nationally certified umpire and provincial referee, Dale Jenkins, who will guide participants through the rules, procedures, and responsibilities of officiating badminton at a competitive level. It includes a classroom theory session and practical training sessions at a Provincial tournament.
If you are interested in recieving this training, please register below. If not enough participants register for this course, it will be postponed to the next available course date (TBD).
Locations:
Classroom Session: Badminton Alberta Office: Unit E, 1135 44 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2G 4X4
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Tournament Venue: Mount Royal University, Stanley Gym, 4825 Mt Royal Gate SW Rm U16, Calgary, AB T3E 6K6
Course Schedule:
Thursday Jan. 7, 2027, from 5:00PM - 8:00PM (Classroom Theory session - Badminton Alberta Office)
Friday Jan. 8, 2027, from 6PM - 8PM (Observation/practical - at AJC Silver - Mount Royal University)
Saturday Jan. 9, 2027, from 10AM - 1PM (Observation/practical - at AJC Silver - Mount Royal University)
Sunday Jan. 10, 2027, from 10AM - 1PM (On-court practical - at AJC Silver - Mount Royal University)
**for on-court session please wear a black shirt and clean non-marking indoor shoes. Outdoor shoes are not permitted**
Course Fee:
Free - We ask that each participant be a member of Badminton Alberta and in good standing
Course Pre-Requisites:
Prior to attending the clinic, candidates should review the following:
Laws of Badminton
ITTO (Instructions to Technical Officials) as defined by the Badminton World Federation
BWF Vocabulary
Instructions to Umpires & Service Judges
Badminton Technical Officials Umpires' Manual
Course Instructor:
Dale Jenkins, National Umpire & Provincial Referee
REGISTER HERE
For further information, please contact Badminton Alberta at 403.297-2108, or email coach@badmintonalberta.ca