Disability Classifications
Disability Classifications
Disability badminton includes Para-Badminton which is the International and Paralympic recognised categories set according to the Badminton World Federation’s Para-Badminton classifications. For tournaments with categories for learning disabled players, players will be eligible if they have an IQ of 75 or less. Players of any standard are welcome to enter events. Some tournaments may require players must be classified (BWF classifications), which will be stated in the tournaments Terms and Conditions, and usually available at the tournament unless otherwise stated.
| Group | Classification Name | Typical Examples of Impairment Types* |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelchair | WH1 | Spinal injury causing impairment to upper limbs/trunk Scoliosis Multiple sclerosis |
| WH2 | Spinal injury causing no impairment to upper limbs/trunk spina bifida Above knee amputation necessitating use of a wheelchair | |
| Standing | SL3 | Single above knee amputation Double below knee amputation Cerebral palsy |
| SL4 | Single below knee amputation Cerebral palsy Hip dysplasia Leg length difference (of minimum 7cm) | |
| SU5 | Upper limb amputation Upper limb deficiency - e.g. brachial plexus injury | |
| Dwarf | SS6 | Short stature condition |
| Learning Disability | LD | IQ of 75 or lower, who have been identified as having a learning disability by a relevent agency or professional. |
*These are given as an example – final classification will be based on a full classification process at an event and may differ to the suggestion in this guide.
Playing badminton in one of our partner venues
With over 22,000 courts across England, we work with a wide range of national and local providers to offer more chances for everyone to play badminton in their area. Whether it’s organised court time for children or adults, hiring a court to play against friends or compete in local tournaments, you can find out how to get involved through our partner links below.
