# Qi Badminton — Footwork training

> Badminton footwork and stamina training app with audio cues. (iPhone/iPad app by Qi Analytics LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qi-badminton/id609748155 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Qi Analytics LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/394896437)
- Category: Sports, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qi-badminton/id609748155/reviews.md

## What is Qi Badminton?

Shadow training for the serious badminton player, to help improve your footwork (and potentially also your stamina). Use it on-court, individually or streaming to speakers for team footwork practice.

You will hear directions to move to seemingly randomly selected corners of the court, then return to your play center. You can select the pace, so you can focus on getting the footwork right. Ideally, you should use this on a real badminton court, with racket in hand. A smaller space may work if necessary. 

• Plug in your earphones (ideally).
• Tap start and put down your iPhone.
• Grab your racket, and go to your play-center of the court.
• Listen for the directions: DROP, SMASH, or CLEAR, in either your LEFT ear or your RIGHT ear. 
• Adjust the pace up to 60 shots per minute. Choose a lower pace to focus on the footwork, or a higher pace to also train your stamina.
• Select from 1 to 6 corners to practice in a rally.
• Specify timing for a split-step alert to help guide your readiness for the next shot.
• Specify timing for a hit-alert to help time your return shot.

## Key features

- Shadow training for footwork
- Audio cues for shots (DROP, SMASH, CLEAR)
- Adjustable pace up to 60 shots/minute
- Selectable practice corners
- Split-step alert timing
- Hit-alert timing

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qi-badminton/id609748155/reviews.md

### 4/5 — good

*2014-01-12*

please specify forehand or backhand

## Frequently asked questions about Qi Badminton

### What is Qi Badminton used for?

Qi Badminton is designed for shadow training to help serious badminton players improve their footwork and stamina. It provides audio cues for movements and shot types, allowing users to practice on court.

### How does Qi Badminton help with footwork?

The app guides users to move to different court corners based on audio cues like 'DROP', 'SMASH', or 'CLEAR' in either the left or right ear. This randomized movement pattern helps develop agility and correct foot placement.

### Can I adjust the training intensity in Qi Badminton?

Yes, you can select the pace of the drills from 1 to 60 shots per minute. A lower pace allows focus on footwork technique, while a higher pace also trains stamina.

### What devices does Qi Badminton support?

Qi Badminton is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, running on iOS.

### What is the age rating for Qi Badminton?

Qi Badminton has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Qi Badminton updated?

The latest version of Qi Badminton was released on February 5, 2021. It was initially released on July 29, 2013.

### Does Qi Badminton have ads?

No, Qi Badminton does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for Qi Badminton?

Qi Badminton has a rating of 4.0 stars based on 3 user reviews.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2021-02-05

• Audio cues will continue if the app is in the background.
• Added option to prevent display from locking during drill.

### 2.0.0 — 2021-01-28

• Updated for iOS 14. 
• Spoken cues now include left/right which is useful if used without earphones.
• Option for more realistic timing of net play.
• Options to turn off the split-step and hit alerts.

### 1.0.0 — 2013-07-29

No release notes.

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