For the past several years, Donn Gobbie has been developing and refining a badminton league for youth and adults. It’s called the National Badminton League (NBL), and it offers league opportunities for all ages and playing levels.

Doubles play is a great way to enter or re-enter racquet sports. You get the benefits of moderate exercise combined with the social benefits of meeting new players. Depending on your gender, weight and skill level, you can burn anywhere from 300 to 800 calories per hour playing doubles racquet sports.

It is important to begin each badminton rally with a legal serve so that both sides have a better opportunity to play the game and enjoy it.