I’m passionate about helping players of all ages and abilities grow — from their very first rally to competitive performance — through honest coaching, discipline, and joy in the game.
I believe badminton should be accessible, challenging, and deeply respectful of both the sport and the people who play it.

So I had this tiny idea: “Hey, AI, make me a manga-style, black-and-white drawing of a badminton player. Focused. Ready.” You know — just a normal request. Nothing weird. Nothing extreme.Just a humble shuttle warrior, getting ready to receive a…

Everyone wants to train athletes who listen, who focus, who want to win – because at first glance, that’s what people see on the world stage. But those players and coaches who make it there have earned their place. It…

I recently read about the 17 key visual skills that shape how we see and respond to the world. It made me wonder – How many young badminton players struggle not because of poor technique, but because their eyes and…

Ever spent an entire weekend at your child’s badminton tournament, only to realize you never actually saw anything beyond the sports hall? Also looking for ways to help your child reduce anxiety and stay focused during tournaments? Check out this…

Dear Parents and Badminton Enthusiasts, Every week, hundreds of thousands of people across the United Kingdom enjoy playing badminton, for the fun, the friendships, and the challenge it brings. As one of these players, I’m proud to be part of…

Girls are always watched. But they are not only watched for how they look. They are watched for what they are capable of, how they face difficulties, how strong they are – mentally first, then physically. In high-performance sport, this…

Dear Parents, Your child has talent – but talent alone is never enough. The truth is simple: without consistent work, courage, and commitment, progress will stall – maybe as soon as next year. Badminton in England is getting stronger, but…

“Resilience is mental, resilience is physical, resilience is technical, resilience is tactical. Resilience is multi-dimensional.” In junior badminton, persistence starts when a player decides: I will not give up – I’ll finish that drill. Perseverance grows when they keep showing…

The journey from “first club session” to “representing your county or country” is exciting — but it’s also full of little traps that can slow progress or halt motivation. Parents, players, and coaches each play a key role, and even…

I would like to share a visualization of the junior pathway I’m currently working on to help you better understand what the journey might look like. I know it can be overwhelming at times, especially when you’re hearing different –…

Level 1 – Beginner 1 (First Steps on Court) Level 1 is where the journey truly begins. The player has just started learning how to handle a racket and move on the court. At this stage, the focus is not…

Every journey starts with curiosity. Before the first serve, before the shuttle contacts with the strings first time, there’s a spark — a moment of interest. That moment is Level 0 — the Spectator level. At this stage, someone hasn’t…

During a recent session of the Network, I had to explain to one of my students what I mean by ‘levels’ in badminton — so I thought it was the perfect time to create this article. If you’ve ever tried…

Imagine a child with a burning dream—so passionate that they’d do anything to reach it. That level of devotion, channeled with the right support, is golden. This “contract” is designed for those young athletes who already know they want to…

Get in touch to find out your options for a tailored coaching experience with Frank sunrisebadminton@coachfrank.uk Or Whatsapp to Frank directly: 07463633445 // Whatsapp link: wa.link/6fuwti

“A player is as good as much he/she can maintain trust in his/her own technique under pressure.” 1-2-1 coaching is for the ones who want to develop their own technique, tactics, or mentality to become stronger players. No matter what…

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