The Sri Lanka Badminton’s Regional Development Committee has kicked off the second edition of the Shuttle Time programme, an island-wide initiative to promote the sport among school children.
The Shuttle Time program overseen by Sri Lanka Badminton and the Ministry of Sports launched its first activities of the year at two underprivileged schools in the Kantale area of the Trincomalee District and in Tawalama, Galle District.
The program aims to reach all 25 districts.
A unique feature of the program is its adaptability, offering badminton activities suitable for both indoor classroom settings and outdoor spaces, specifically targeting children under-11 years of age. Participants who demonstrate exceptional skills will be given the opportunity to join the under-15 regional badminton development squads in their respective districts according to the organisers.
In addition the program is committed to equipping each of the 25 selected schools with necessary badminton equipment and providing their contributing teachers with the international Shuttle Time Teacher Certifications.
“The program is closely monitored and supported by Sri Lanka Badminton president Rohan de Silva under the endorsement of the Badminton World Federation and Badminton Asia,” said the Chairman of the Regional Development Committee Roshan Gunawardena while extending his gratitude to the advisory and contributions from the Badminton Coaches Training Committee Chairman Buddhika Silva.
