If you are interested in this program, please complete the Student Information Form. The Academy Office will contact you to complete the registration process.
Premier Badminton Academy
Badminton
Information Evening
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 | 6:00-6:30 PM
West Vancouver Secondary School – C301
West Vancouver Schools’ Premier Academy is a wonderful program for the student who wants to develop his/her potential as a high performance athlete, or simply wants to learn and enjoy playing the game of badminton. Students, Grades 8-12, enrolled at any one of our three secondary schools are eligible to register for the program.
Program Goals
- Develop knowledge, skills and abilities in the area of badminton
- Provide opportunity for students to reach their full potential both as badminton players and students
- Use feedback and encouragement to help students increase self-esteem and self-confidence
- Provide a positive environment so that students not only enjoy participating, but that they also form great lifelong friendships
- Educate & meet individual needs to motivate students to stay involved in the sport and to be active for life
Eligibility
- Students must be registered full time at Rockridge, Sentinel or West Vancouver Secondary Schools
- Male or Female
- Grades 8-12
- A minimum of C+ average is expected academically
- Good to excellent work habits are expected in each subject area
- Good to excellence is expected in the area of social responsibility
Tuition is $3250 per year. This fee is divided into 10 equal payments @ $325 per month x 10 months (September to June).
Program Details
On-Court Instruction:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 7:00 – 8:10 a.m. Hollyburn Country Club; For each on-court session, students are to arrive at the HBCC on time, dressed and ready to participate.
Course Credits:
Students participating in the Badminton Academy get course credits for Physical & Health Education 8-10 and Fitness & Conditioning 11-12
West Vancouver Schools’ Premier Badminton Academy provides the following:
Premier places for learning: Students may attend Rockridge, Sentinel or West Vancouver Secondary Schools
Premier Facilities: Hollyburn Country Club (1 block from Sentinel Secondary)
Year Long Program: Academy runs September – June
Excellent, qualified & competent instructional staff
Exposure to badminton-specific physical & technical training
Fun & competitive activities
Assessment & Evaluation
Skills & Fitness Assessment
Students’ skill and fitness levels are continually monitored. Formal assessment is conducted in September and late February. Students participate in a series of on-court with results documented in formal reports to students and parents.
We emphasize to our students the importance of forming good habits for success, not only in badminton, but also in school and in their relationships with others. Students are encouraged to be consistent in areas such as: goal setting, focus, work ethic, attitude and effort during both on-court and alternate activity/fitness-specific training sessions.
Contact Information
PLEASE DIRECT INQUIRIES TO:
Diane Nelson
Director of Instruction
West Vancouver Schools Premier Academy
Office Direct Line: 604-981-1150
Cell: 604-786-3575
Email: dnelson@wvschools.ca
Students interested in participating in the Premier Badminton Academy must complete a Student Information Form.