Forehand Grip

Beginnerfundamentals

Hold the racket out in front, arm relaxed.

The handshake grip that controls every forehand shot. Relaxed fingers, V-shape on top of the handle.

Key points

•Shake hands with the racket
•V between thumb and index on top bevel
•Relaxed grip — not a death grip
•Fingers spread slightly

Practice with Coach Priya

Camera setup tips

· Place the camera side-on to you, 2 to 3 metres away.
· Keep your whole body in frame, head to feet.
· Phone on a tripod or a laptop webcam both work.
· Perform the movement, pause, repeat. Your coach speaks every 15 seconds.

Theory & Technique

The forehand grip is the foundation of every forehand shot in badminton. Hold the racket as if you're shaking someone's hand — the V formed between your thumb and index finger should sit on top of the handle's flat bevel. Your fingers should be spread slightly, not bunched together, with the index finger a little higher than the rest. The grip must be relaxed — imagine holding a small bird: firm enough that it can't fly away, but gentle enough not to hurt it. A tight grip kills your wrist snap, which is where most of your power comes from.

Fun Fact

Professional players change their grip multiple times during a single rally — sometimes switching between forehand and backhand grip in under 0.1 seconds!

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