Zswing International Badminton Academy

Hangzhou, China

10-13th October 2026

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I had so much fun and learned so much - it's incredible what can happen in just a weekend.

Sigurd, Denmark

What Can You Expect From The Weekend?

From the Badminton Insight Training Weekend you can expect to…

Train Like Professional Players

Experience what it's like to train like a professional player.

Experience A Variety of Sessions

Over the course of the Training Weekend, there will be a variety of training & matchplay sessions designed to challenge and improve every aspect of your doubles game.

Get Technical & Tactical Feedback From Expert Coaches

We, Greg and Jenny Mairs, and Zheng Siwei (former WR1 and current Olympic Champion) will be leading the weekend, with the help of additional high-level coaches. We hope to give you a lot of technical, tactical and mental 'insight' to help you improve!

Connect With Other Passionate Players

One of the biggest problems players face is not having people to train with. At the Badminton Insight Training Weekend you will connect and train with lots of players who are a similar standard to you.

Gain Lots Of Insight To Take Back Home

Not only will you leave the Training Weekend with an improved technical & tactical understanding of your own game, but we will share training drills and practices you can take back to your own training. There will also be a chance to play against us!

Have A Memorable Experience

3 days of intense training with 32 other like-minded badminton players in China. We hope these will be incredible memories that last a lifetime.

What Players Have Said...

Here's what some of the players who have attended previous Training Weekends said...

David B
★★★★★
UK
Greg, Jenny and the rest of their coaching team are fantastic at what they do. They planned and delivered a great weekend! I was engaged, challenged and learned a lot over the weekend. The coaches were patient and friendly and very capable when instructing technical and tactical lessons. I enjoyed every moment and recommend the weekends to every badminton player that can attend!
Justine
★★★★★
UK
I entered the weekend feeling a bit nervous but from the moment you welcomed us in, to the little tips you and the coaches gave me across the weekend, I left with a big grin on my face, a notebook of tactics and tips to work on, and a tired, but stronger body! Thank you for creating such an inclusive environment where I played some of my best badminton I had for ages (and look forward to continuing!)
Mark Y
★★★★★
Ireland
I attended Badminton Insight's Training Weekend in September & I can truly say, it exceeded my already sky-high expectations. Greg & Jenny are first & foremost great people, and together with their team, they directed a fabulously enjoyable weekend of intense badminton training with an emphasis on training like a professional via a myriad of tactical drills & games. What I particularly loved was the amazing energy throughout the weekend between players & coaches alike. We left with a clear pathway forward on how to improve and level-up our game, whilst meeting fellow-minded people. Overall, an amazing experience that I would recommend to any badminton enthusiast.
Chiu
★★★★★
Germany
I had an incredible experience during the Badminton Insight Training Weekend! The sessions were intense, well-structured, and designed to push us to our limits, just like professional athletes. The coaches were not only knowledgeable but also genuinely invested in helping us improve. I learned advanced techniques, strategies, and most importantly, how to train with the discipline and mindset of a professional player. This weekend has significantly boosted my confidence on the court, and I can already see the improvement in my game. I highly recommend this training to anyone serious about taking their badminton skills to the next level!
Sigurd
★★★★★
Denmark
Something special happens when you're surrounded by 40 badminton enthusiasts under the keen guidance of Greg and Jenny. I had so much fun and learned so much - it's incredible what can happen in just a weekend. My body aches, but I long to get back.
Callum
★★★★★
UK
I recently attended the Badminton Insight Training Weekend and had an incredible experience. The level of expertise and knowledge demonstrated by the coaches and helpers was outstanding. They provided insightful, intelligent answers to all my questions and created an encouraging environment where everyone felt supported and motivated. I especially appreciated the opportunity to learn valuable drills that I can continue to use with my own team. The chance to play against Greg and Jenny was an experience I will never forget! The weekend was well-organized, educational, and inspiring. I am very grateful for the time and effort the coaches and organizers dedicated to making it such a memorable experience. I highly recommend this training weekend to anyone looking to improve their badminton skills!
Alex F
★★★★★
Norway
I learned an incredible amount and felt my game improve over the weekend. The program was great, the drills various and the feedback from the coaches was so helpful. The friendly help from Greg and Jenny made me feel comfortable and welcome, and I can't wait to return!
Andy J
★★★★★
UK
Greg and Jenny delivered a wonderful weekend of purposeful, passionate, intense but most of all, fun badminton - delivered through drills and exercises designed to challenge and improve skill levels. All this whilst fostering a real sense of inclusion and cameraderie. Their enthusiasm and investment in the progress of each individual was obvious and was a real highlight for me personally. I can't wait for the next one!

Training Weekend Itinerary

Here is an outline of what you can expect from the China Training Weekend!

Saturday 10th October

  • 2 on-court sessions (9:30-12pm and 2:30-5pm)

Sunday 11th October

  • 2 on-court sessions (9:30-12pm and 3-5pm)
  • 1 gym session with Cris Luque (Zheng Siwei’s fitness coach during his career!)

Monday 12th October

  • 2 on-court sessions (9:30-12pm and 3-5pm)
  • 1 gym session with Cris Luque
  • Q&A with Zheng Siwei
  • Group dinner
 

Tuesday 13th October

  • Optional: Join a local session at the Zswing International Academy

Important Information

Please read all of the information below before booking your space!

Please email us before booking with a short video (30-60 seconds) of yourself playing to: contact@badminton-insight.com

1️⃣ Date & Location

Location: 
Zswing International Badminton Academy, Hangzhou, China

Schedule: 
10-13th October 2026
(Please arrive to Hangzhou no later than Friday 9th October)

2️⃣ The Standard

To make the Training Weekend as beneficial as possible for all players, we require you to be of a high intermediate or advanced standard.

As this can mean different things in different countries, we ask all players to provide a short video clip (around 30–60 seconds) of themselves playing. This helps us make sure everyone is at a similar standard, so the training, drills and matchplay work well for the whole group!

As a rough guide:

  • In England, this would typically mean you regularly compete in Badminton England tournaments such as Copper, Bronze, Silver or Gold events, or play at a very high club level.
  • Or in Denmark, this would generally mean playing at Level B or above.

If you do not meet these requirements then please do keep following for future Training Weekend announcements. 

We highly recommend sending us your video before booking so you make sure you meet the standard required. 

Please send your video to contact@badminton-insight.com

3️⃣ Additional Information

Event: 

The Training Weekend is exclusively for doubles & mixed doubles players. 

Age:

The Training Weekend is for adults over the age of 18.

What Is Included In The Price:

The China Training Weekend is £645 per person. The price for this weekend includes:

  • 14 hours of on-court training, with Badminton Insight & Zheng Siwei
  • 2 gym sessions with Cris Luque
  • Court hire & new shuttles
  • Not included: travel, accommodation, food (please see the FAQ for more information on these)

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Badminton Insight China Training Weekend

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    additional Information & FAQ

    We will require all players to send a video of themselves playing. Please send us an email (with a short 30-60 second video of yourself playing) to: contact@badminton-insight.com

    There are changing rooms, showers, a coffee shop, and a cafeteria available on-site. There is also the Zswing Badminton Shop.

    Yes! And alongside 2 on-court sessions per day there will also be 2 gym sessions led by Zheng Siwei’s fitness coach, Cris Luque.

    Once you have booked your space, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. You will then receive an email 4 weeks before the Training Weekend with a full itinerary! If you don’t receive these, please email us (contact@badminton-insight.com).

    We accept the following secure methods of payment – credit and debit card, PayPal, AliPay and WeChat Pay.

    We recommend staying at the ‘Zhejiang Radio and Television Mingdu Hotel’. This is a 5* hotel and a short 10 minute walk from the venue. We have got a special rate for the Training Weekend, so it will cost around £55 per night, per room (including breakfast). We will send more information about how to book the hotel in your email confirmation. 

    The nearest airport is Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport – around a 25 minute taxi to the Zswing International Badminton Academy. 

    Alternatively, you can fly to Shanghai Pudong International Airport and take a 1.5-2 hour train to Hangzhou Station.

    If you’re travelling by train, the nearest main station is Hangzhou Station. It will then be around a 30 minute taxi to the venue. 

    We recommend arriving to Hangzhou no later than Friday 9th October 2026. 

    At the Zswing International Badminton Academy there is a Zswing coffee shop on-site, as well as a large cafeteria!

    There are also shopping malls (with lots of restaurants) within a 10 minute taxi ride.  

    We would strongly recommend checking the visa requirements for your country.

    Please let us know as early as possible if you are no longer able to attend the Training Weekend. You will receive a 50% refund, as long as we can find a replacement.

    If you want to see what the Zswing International Badminton Academy is like, check it out in this video:

    If you have any further questions about any of the above, please don’t hesitate to email us. We are so excited for the Badminton Insight China Training Weekend, and we can’t wait to hopefully meet you there! 😁

    Are you ready to train like the pros, surrounded by fellow passionate players and expert coaches?

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    Only 32 spaces available at the Training Weekend!

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