Things to consider before organizing a Course

Before organizing a course:

• Read the course guidelines: Ensure you are familiar with the content, structure, duration, and prerequisites for the Course. Potential learners should also review this information before applying.
• Assess local demand: Gauge interest within your region or club. Contact local teams and facilities to confirm there is enough interest. A minimum of 18 learners is typically required for the course to be viable.
• Plan for integration: Consider how this course fits into your regional development plan. Identify pathways for learners to volunteer or gain practical experience after they qualify.
• Notify your Regional Association: Inform your regional badminton association of your intention to run the course to ensure alignment with regional calendars and development goals.

Step 1: Decide on your course type

Open Course

• Listed publicly for anyone to book.
• Advertised via Ghana Badminton social media channels and website.
• Spaces are first-come, first-served.

Closed Course

• Invitation only (e.g., for a specific club, school, or district).
• Organizer must guarantee a minimum of 18 participants and arrange upfront payment through our registration portal

Step 2: Booking instructions

1. Send an Email to events@ghanabadminton.org, Outlining purpose and course proposal including the exact venue address and any facility requirements (e.g., number of courts, projector access etc).
2. For closed courses, the course organiser must sign the “Closed Course Waiver/Agreement.”
3. Submit the booking form via email to events@ghanabadminton.org at least eight (8) weeks before your proposed course start date to allow time for tutor allocation and promotion.

Step 3: Confirmation process

• Once your booking form is received, you will get an acknowledgement email from Ghana Badminton.
• The Technical team will check tutor availability for your proposed dates.
• Responsibility for booking the venue lies with the course organiser.
  • Important: Do not book a venue or pay non-refundable deposits until Ghana Badminton has formally confirmed a tutor is available. Ghana Badminton cannot be held liable for venue costs if the course is cancelled due to tutor unavailability or low numbers.
• If a tutor is available, you will be given the go-ahead to finalize venue booking and open registration will begin on our website

Step 4: Registration & Payment

Once a tutor is confirmed, the course will be activated for registration.

• Open Courses: A public registration link will be shared. Learners will need to complete the online form and submit payment to secure their spot.
• Closed Courses: The organizer will manage the participant list with  Ghana Badminton no later than 7 days before the course start date.

Additional Information

• Facility Fees: Course organizers are responsible for venue costs. Ghana Badminton may offer a small subsidy or resource support for approved courses. Please discuss potential support (e.g., shuttlecocks for the practical session) at the time of booking.
• Minimum / Maximum Numbers:
  • Minimum: 18 learners (Course cannot proceed with fewer).
  • Maximum: 16 learners (to ensure quality coaching interaction).
• Learner Age Requirement: Participants must be at least 18 years of age on the first day of the course.
• Booking Deadline: Registration closes 7 days before the course start date.
• Cancellations: Please refer to the Ghana Badminton Education Terms and Conditions for information on refunds or cancellations. Learners will be required to agree to these terms at the point of registration.