On Saturday, February 6th, the Government of Alberta added limited school and minor sport training to the Step 1 easing of public restrictions that starts Monday, February 8th, 2021.On Saturday, February 6th, the Government of Alberta added limited school and minor sport training to the Step 1 easing of public restrictions that starts Monday, February 8th, 2021.
Badminton Alberta received confirmation from the Sport, Physical Activity, and Recreation (SPAR) Branch of Government that the following activities are permitted under Step 1:
Junior Programming (U19/ U17/ U15/ U13/U11)
- private one-on-one lessons
- semi-private lessons
- group training (Maximum of 10 total individuals, including all coaches, trainers, and participants)
Adult Programming
- private one-on-one lessons
Family Programming
- one-on-one household training (semi-private lessons)
Still in effect:
- No sports games, competitions, team practice, league play or group exercise of any kind is allowed.
- Trainers must be professional, certified and/or paid trainers who are providing active instruction and correction.
- Passive supervision of a physical activity is not considered training.
- Sessions are required to be scheduled by appointment only. No drop-ins.
- No groups allowed for adults.
- Individual workouts without a trainer are not permitted.
Badminton Alberta encourages everyone returning to badminton to do so safely following the rules outlined by the Government and your local club/facility. As always, we will continue to provide updates and clarity as it becomes available.