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REPRESENTATIVE
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Representative badminton is the next step for players ready to compete at a higher level. Badminton Wellington fields teams across U13, U15, U17 and U19 — selected by trial each year.
AGE GROUP SQUADS
4
AGE GROUPS
U13-U19
3
TRIAL SESSIONS PER GROUP
Boys & Girls
SEPARATE SQUADS
YOUR JOURNEY
The pathway - start anywhere, progress at your pace
WHAT IS REPRESENTATIVE BADMINTON
Compete for Badminton Wellington
Representative players compete under the Badminton Wellington banner at regional and national tournaments. It's a serious step up in commitment, coaching and competition — and the most direct pathway to national-level play.
Selection is by trial only. Squads are named across four age groups — U13, U15, U17 and U19 — with separate boys and girls squads in each group.
If your child is showing strong development through Shuttle Time, Interschool or club play, representative badminton could be the right next step.
AGE GROUPS SQUADS
Four squads. One pathway.
Squads are selected annually by trial. The number of available spots per squad is set each year.
UNDER 13
Boys spots
Girls spots
Sessions
Time
4
4
3 Tuesdays
5-7pm
UNDER 15
Boys spots
Girls spots
Sessions
Time
6
6
3 Tuesdays
5-7pm
UNDER 17
Boys spots
Girls spots
Sessions
Time
6
6
3 Mondays
5-7pm
UNDER 19
Boys spots
Girls spots
Sessions
Time
4
4
3 Mondays
5-7pm
The trial process
HOW IT WORKS
Trials are held at the start of each year across three sessions. All players must register before attending.
01
Register
Complete the online registration form. Registration is required — no walk-ins accepted.
02
Attend trials
Three sessions per age group. Attend all three where possible — selectors assess across all sessions.
03
Selection
Squads are named after trials conclude. All registered players will be notified of the outcome.
04
Squad training
Selected players join the squad for training and competition preparation ahead of regional events.
Trial dates & squad spots
2027 SEASON
Trials held at Badminton Wellington Centre, 1 Ruahine Street, Hataitai. Dates updated each year when confirmed.
U13 & U15 Trials
Sessions
Dates
Time
Venue
3x Tuesday evenings
Dates to be confirmed
5:00pm -- 7:00pm
Badminton Wellington Centre
AVAILABLE SPOTS
U13 Boys
U13 Girls
U15 Bboys
U15 Girls
4 spots
4 spots
6 spots
6 spots
U17 & U19 Trials
Sessions
Dates
Time
Venue
3x Monndays evenings
Dates to be confirmed
5:00pm -- 7:00pm
Badminton Wellington Centre
AVAILABLE SPOTS
U17 Boys
U17 Girls
U19 Boys
U19 Girls
6 spots
6 spots
4 spots
4 spots
Registration is required before attending. Use the link below to complete the registration form.
Ready to register for trials
COMMITMENT
What representative play involves
Regular squad training - weekly sessions once selected
Regional tournaments - competing across Wellington and nationally
Travel - some events require travel, particularly national competitions
Costs - squad fees, tournament entry and travel costs apply. Details provided on selection
Private coaching — recommended alongside squad training to accelerate development
IS YOUR CHILD READY?
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Signs a player is ready to trial
Playing at Silver class level or above in Shuttle Time
Competing in Interschool or club competitions regularly
Showing consistent development in technique and movement
Motivated to train and compete at a higher level
Not sure? Talk to your Shuttle Time coach or contact us directly
SUPPORT YOUR DEVELOPMENT
Private Coaching
Many representative players supplement squad training with private coaching. Our registered coaches work with players across all levels — from those building toward trials through to current squad members.
Private coaching is available for individuals and small groups, organised directly with the coaches.
Angus Crawford - Head coach
WHAT YOU'LL COMPETE IN
Representative competitions
Once selected, players represent Badminton Wellington at events across the year. Specific events vary by age group.
REGIONAL
Badminton Wellington U17 Open
Annual open tournament for U17 players from across New Zealand.
REGIONAL
Badminton Wellington U19 Open
Singles, doubles and mixed doubles. One of Wellington's top junior events.
REGIONAL
National Junior Championships
New Zealand's premier junior competition — open to selected regional representatives.
REGIONAL
Compton Cup / Lyndsay Johnston Cup
Annual regional competition across BHV, Wellington North and Badminton Wellington.
Questions about representative badminton?
Get in touch — we're happy to talk through whether trialling is the right next step.
Also at Badminton Wellington
Term Classes
Junior Coaching
Weekly Shuttle Time classes
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Holidays
Holiday Programme
School holiday coaching for all ages
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Schools
Interschool
7 week team competition for years 7--8 each term
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Schools
School Coaching
Coaching at your school or at our centre in Hataitai
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Events
Junior Events
All junior events and tournaments in one place
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Event
Term Tournament
A term competition open to all junior programmes.
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