The training that was participated by 29 trainers is expected to shape professional badminton trainers that could train future badminton athletes. All participants were enthusiastic about being involved in the training. On the last day, the ranks of all trainees were announced.

Irsanelio Rifqi Diofani, was ranked 1^st, Muhammad Anglas Bayu Rendra and Devando Dwi Manunggal 2^nd, and Anggepy Mulansari, Nisa Haqqi Amelia, and Arvino Nurvieri Kusuma ranked 3^rd.

On Tuesday (30/11/2021), uns.ac.id had an opportunity to chat with all trainees ranked 1^st-3^rd.

Irsanelio Rifqi Diofani
Sports Coaching Education Program (Penkepor) 2018 Student

“My impression in BWF level 1 training was initially tense, but after a while, it was fun and happy even though the training was for six days because (I) get knowledge and new experiences,” Irsanelio said.

He hoped that after the training, all the knowledge he got could be applied when he trained and that he could follow the development in training knowledge.

Muhammad Anglas Bayu Rendra
Physical Education, Health and Recreation (PJKR) 2017 Student

“(It was) remarkable, the Training for Badminton Trainers Badminton BWF Level 1. I could get extensive knowledge on training, although it was quite tiring because we needed to pay attention and focus to fully understand the materials. Hopefully, in the future, I could become a high-quality trainer and could participate in BWF Training to the higher level,” Bayu said.

Devando Dwi Manunggal
Sports Coaching Education Program (Penkepor) 2021 Student

Supporting Irsanelio and Bayu, Devando also admitted that he was delighted because he gained extensive knowledge for training.

“Know I understand the cycles in training and game. Understand the cycle of training, movement, and strokes. Hopefully, (I) could continue to the training for a higher level,” he added.

Anggepy Mulan Sari
Physical Education, Health and Recreation (PJKR) 2018 Student

“I gained new experiences, learned a lot from great people and professionals. Is it tiring? It can be because it was not only theory but also practice, and everything needs to be balanced. Hopefully, the knowledge (I got) can be applied to develop the potential and shape the achievements of Indonesian Badminton athletes,” Anggepy said.

Nisa Haqqi Amelia
Physical Education, Health and Recreation (PJKR) 2019 Student

“It was tiring, but everything paid off with the knowledge gained on badminton and how to train athletes correctly and appropriately. I am also happy because (I) could know and be taught by great people. Hopefully, it can be applied to develop the young athletes’ achievements in Indonesia,” the fifth-semester student stated.

Arvino Nurvieri Kusuma
Sports Coaching Education Program (Penkepor) 2019 Student

Arvino admitted that he is grateful because it was an opportunity that might not be available for everyone. A lot of new knowledge that he gained from the training.

“Although we need to struggle first during the six days of training, the benefits that I got exceeded the tired feeling. Hopefully, the knowledge I got could benefit people around me, especially for the development of badminton sports in Indonesia in the future. I understand that trainer’s role is not limited to teaching technique and how to play correctly, but also shaping the characters and supporting athlete’s interest,” Arvino said.

After the training, they will receive a passing certificate from BWF. The training is expected to shape reliable trainers in shaping successful athletes in the future. Humas UNS

Reporter: Bayu Prasetya Aji
Editor: Dwi Hastuti

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