We have an excellently equipped sports hall at Newsome Hall with access to four or eight courts at a time, enabling flexibility when required for large fixtures or inter-house competitions.
The College has one mixed U18 team, open to all year groups by ability, and also plays U16 fixtures against certain schools. Badminton is one of the most inclusive sports at Wellington, with training sessions and fixtures in which girls and boys from third form to sixth form can play alongside and against each other.
A professional coach leads sessions, with support from teachers, including those who have played at university and club level. Players benefit from a well-structured mix of small group and one-to-one coaching during training sessions, with plenty of time for casual games and more structured competition.
Coaches
Niki Ramkrishma
Badminton Coach
Niki is a highly experienced badminton coach with over 25 years of coaching across Wellington and the Berkshire area. Her background spans primary and secondary school programs, county-level training, and adult development. She has an inclusive and motivating coaching style and has helped players of all ages and abilities grow their skills and love for the sport. She is sponsored by Karakal and is able to provide a variety of rackets for Wellington students to try.
Essential Kit:
- Wellington Sports Kit
- Supportive indoor sports shoes (ideally badminton/squash shoes)
- Water bottle
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