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UPCOMING TERM
Term 3, 2026
DATES
6 Aug - 17 Sep
COSTS
$120 per team
YEAR GROUPS
Years 7-8
YOUR JOURNEY
The pathway - start anywhere, progress at your pace
ABOUT THE COMPETITION
Real competition. Real fun.
The Badminton Wellington Interschool Competition runs every school term at our Hataitai centre. Schools bring a team of 3–4 players to compete over 6 weeks of matches.
Teams are graded by experience so students compete at an appropriate level. All equipment is provided — easy for schools to get involved with minimal preparation.
Matches are self-umpired using Badminton Simplified Rules — available on YouTube.
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TERM 2 - CLOSED
Term 2, 2026
7 May – 25 June 2026
Registration for this term is now closed.
TERM 3 - COMING UP
Term 3, 2026
6 Aug - 17 September 2026
Registration for term 3 is open
SECTIONS
Two sections -- find your level
Teams are graded on entry.
Player order must be ranked by ability and remain consistent throughout the competition.
SECTION A
Beginners
Starts 4:00pm
For students new to badminton or with limited experience. A supportive introduction to competitive team play.
All equipment provided
Students need clean court shoes and appropriate sports clothing
SECTION B
Experienced
Starts 5:00pm
For students who have played previously, or are confident to compete against other students who are experienced.
Player ability order must stay consistent all term
Reserves fill in at the lowest spot
MATCH FORMAT
How the match format works
Each match follows a simple singles and doubles format — easy to follow for Year 7–8 players.
30min
Singles Matches
Teams compete one-on-one in order of ranking. Your number 1 plays their number 1, number 2 plays their number 2, and so on.
30min
Doubles Matches
Partners are randomised each round so you get to mix with different players from other teams throughout the afternoon.
Umpires
Self-Umpired
Matches are self-umpired using Badminton Simplified Rules. Students should know the basics before Week 1.
COMPETITION FORMAT
How the term works
Every Thursday evening at Badminton Wellington, 1 Ruahine Street, Hataitai.
WEEK 1
Instructions & Grading
Teams are introduced to the format and ranked by ability.
Competitive Matches
WEEKS 2-7
Each team plays matches in their section. Results tracked throughout the term.
Optional End of Term Tournament
WEEK 8
Register your players in our optional Tournament — a fun competitive 2 hours with activities and spot prizes.
Rep players assist during Interschool
REP PLAYER INVOLVEMENT
Your students play alongside and are encouraged by Badminton Wellington's representative players — it gives beginners a positive first experience of the sport.
Who can enter
Students in Years 7-8
Teams of 3 minimum (ideally 4 for reserve)
No prior experience needed for Beginners section
Please only enter committed teams
What to bring
Clean Court Shoes
Appropriate sports clothing
No jandals, bare feet or outdoor shoes
No jeans or coats
All rackets & shuttles provided
Food & Facilities
Parents & supporters welcomed
Reception open during competition
Refreshments available
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END OF TERM TOURNAMENT
Put your skills to the test
Our Term Tournament is open to all Interschool Participants. A fun, low-pressure competition held each term at Badminton Wellington Centre.
Date
Time
Venue
Open to
Thursday 24 September 2026
4 -- 6pm
Badminton Wellington Centre
All Interschool Participants
$5
Per player
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