| Why play Badminton? The Many Benefits of the Game |
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Did you know that badminton is one of the most popular sports in Ireland? And that it's a sport that you can play throughout your life, both socially and competitively? Badminton is a great sport for all-round fitness. Badminton is not only fun but is extremely beneficial to your health. Participating in badminton gives a huge number of health benefits and promotes a long, healthy life. Playing badminton keeps you feeling well, strong and motivated. It can help in coping with anxiety and stress and offers a release from the pressures of everyday life.Another important benefit of the game is the hand eye co-ordination that you build using it and the numerous positions that you have to twist into build a strong spine. It is a skillfull and intelligent game. Tactics and mental stamina are skills that will be developed Perhaps the most important factor of all is the Badminton Community; badminton is a very social sport and club nights and matches alike always include the opportunities to meet new people and catch up with old friends. Many clubs have hectic social calendars with club fun nights, fund raisers and Christmas parties. Badminton is a totally inclusive sport and is open to all ages and all levels of ability. You can start to play from a fairly low level of fitness and ability. There are over 430 clubs in Ireland, many of which invite beginners to join in the fun. There are an estimated 100,000 people playing badminton in Ireland, in schools, youth clubs and sports halls around the country. To find your nearest club, follow the link http://www.badminton.ie/index.php/find-a-club.html Contact your local Badminton Ireland Development Officer for information on clubs in your local area http://www.badmintonireland.com/index.php/development-news/2-latest/15-contact-our-development-team.html
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