This level has a minimum of 2 classes per week and a maximum of 4 classes per week. With the coach’s recommendation, students can graduate into Team levels depending on their age and commitment levels.

HELLOBIRDIE BADMINTON PROGRAM POLICIES

I CLASS

A.    Registrations

1. A Wayside account is required. Membership is not required.
2. Beginner, intermediate, and high school group students will register through the Wayside Portal.
3. Team groups (Falcons, Sparrowhawks, Ospreys, Ravens) register via
   Google Form to declare known tournament absences.
   a) Submission of the Google Form constitutes registration and
   commitment for the session.
4. Students may enroll mid-session if space permits. Tuition will be pro-rated
   and processed by HelloBirdie staff.
5. All tuition and fees must be paid prior to the start of the first class
6. All sales final.  There is no transfer of credits unless there is a valid doctor’s note.

B.    Schedules

1. Classes run from September to June, closely following the public-school year calendar.
2. The year will be split into three (3) sessions – fall, winter, and spring. Duration of each session will be determined by HelloBirdie Coaches and the Badminton Director.
3. Scheduled no class dates will be determined based on Public School holidays and tournament schedules.
   1. These classes are not included in the tuition so students will not need to have make-up classes for these.

C.    Class Cancellations

1. Cancellations due to instructor or Wayside matters will be rescheduled or credited back to the students’s Wayside account.
2. There is no cash value

D.   Student Cancellations and Make-ups

1. Absences must be reported at least 24 hours in advance by email or text to be eligible for a make-up.
2. Same-day illness must be reported before class start time. Notices after class begins are not eligible.
3. Schedule changes (e.g., Monday group to Wednesday group) are allowed only within the first two weeks of the session.
4. Each student receives three (3) free reschedules per session. Additional reschedules incur a fee:
   a) Hatchlings: $5

   b) Fledglings, High School: $10

   c) Team Levels: Rescheduling fees and approval are at the sole
   discretion of the coach.

   5. Make-up classes must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance and are
   subject to availability.

E.    Injury and credits

1. A. Credits are issued only for significant injuries supported by a doctor’s note
   indicating:
   1. Second-degree sprains or higher
   2. Fractures or broken bones
   3. Hospitalization
   4. Surgery
   B. Medical documentation must be issued by a licensed U.S. doctor or hospital.
   C. Approved credits are issued to the Wayside account only and have no cash
   value.

F.  TEAM POLICIES

1. Team-level athletes may not train with other badminton coaches or academies
   within Massachusetts.
2. Athletes who violate conduct expectations during training may be removed from
   practice for the day without make-ups or credits.
3. Falcons, Sparrowhawks, and Golden Ospreys athletes must meet defined
   physical performance standards.
4. Athletes are evaluated regularly. Failure to meet standards may result in
   reassignment to a lower training group.

II.         WINTER/SPRING/SUMMER VACATION PROGRAMS/CLINICS

A.    Registrations

1. A Wayside account is required; however, membership is not required.
2. Tuition must be paid in full prior to program start.

B.    Scheduling

1. 1. Schedules are set based on school vacations and tournament calendars.
   2. Vacation program and clinics are separate from seasonal tuition and are not
   prorated.

C.    Class Cancellations

1. Program-initiated cancellations will be rescheduled or credited to the Wayside account.
2. No cash refunds.

D. Student Absences & Make-Ups

1. Absences must be reported 24 hours in advance for make-up eligibility.

2. Same-day illness must be reported before the program start time.

3. Make-ups must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance and are subject to availability.

E.    Injury and credits

1. Same injury and documentation requirements as Group Classes apply.

PRIVATE LESSONS

A.    Registrations and Payment

1. A Wayside account is required.
2. Non-members must pay in full before the lesson.

B.    Scheduling

1. Please reach out to hellobirdie@waysideathleticclub.com to schedule

C.   Cancellations

1. Cancellations need to be made at least 24 hours prior to the start of
2. Same-day cancellations incur a 50% charge, unless supported by a qualifying medical note.
3. Medical documentation must be issued by a licensed U.S. doctor or hospital.

JR BADMINTON MEMBERSHIP

This membership gives member pricing on badminton programs, and lessons and allows open play.

12-month commitment

Available for students ages 5 to 18.

No other access to the club (i.e. fitness room, indoor & outdoor pool, exercise classes, etc.)

Register the membership in your child’s name, not your name.

GET IN TOUCH

Need more information on how to join our Junior Badminton program?  Contact Eva or Nick by email.