Badminton Training Camp with Kasper Dinesen and Morten Hemmersam at Club La Santa

Club La Santa is hosting a specialized badminton training camp this week for boys and girls aged 11 to 17, led by professional players Kasper Dinesen and Morten Hemmersam. The program focuses on technical skill development and competitive performance at the resort’s sports facilities in Lanzarote, Canary Islands.

The camp brings together two of Denmark’s prominent badminton figures to mentor youth players. Kasper Dinesen, a high-ranking international competitor known for his presence on the BWF World Tour, and Morten Hemmersam, a specialist in doubles and mixed doubles, provide the instructional core for the event. According to Club La Santa, the curriculum is designed to help junior athletes “become even better” at the sport through direct access to professional-grade coaching and drills.

Who are the instructors leading the camp?

The camp is headlined by Kasper Dinesen and Morten Hemmersam, both of whom represent the elite tier of Danish badminton. Dinesen has established himself as a formidable singles player, frequently competing in top-tier BWF (Badminton World Federation) tournaments. Hemmersam brings expertise in tactical positioning and coordination, specifically within the doubles circuit.

By pairing a singles specialist with a doubles expert, the camp provides a comprehensive tactical overview. Youth players receive instruction on the differing demands of individual play—where endurance and court coverage are paramount—and the synchronized movement required for successful doubles play.

What can participants expect from the Club La Santa experience?

Club La Santa is recognized globally as a high-performance sports resort. For the badminton camp, the facility provides a controlled environment where athletes can focus entirely on training without the distractions of a typical club setting. The program is tailored for the 11-17 age bracket, a critical window for developing the muscle memory and tactical intelligence needed for transition to senior competitive play.

Training sessions typically involve a mix of:

• Footwork drills to improve agility and court positioning.
• Technical workshops on stroke production and shuttle control.
• Match simulation under the guidance of Dinesen and Hemmersam.
• Physical conditioning tailored to the high-intensity bursts required in badminton.

Why is this training window significant for youth players?

The age range of 11 to 17 covers the most volatile period of athletic development. According to sports science standards, this is where players move from basic skill acquisition to the “specialization” phase. Having access to current professionals allows students to see the gap between amateur and elite execution in real-time.

For many participants, the opportunity to be coached by Dinesen and Hemmersam offers a blueprint for professional progression. The Danish school of badminton is renowned for its strategic depth and technical precision, and this camp exports those methodologies to the Canary Islands.

How does the location impact the training?

Located in Lanzarote, Club La Santa provides a climate that allows for consistent, high-volume training regardless of the season in Northern Europe. The resort’s infrastructure is designed for “live-in” athletic immersion, meaning the training doesn’t stop at the end of a court session; it extends into recovery, nutrition, and mental preparation.

This immersive format is often used by professional athletes during off-seasons or pre-tournament preparations to build a baseline of fitness and technical sharpness. For junior players, this simulates the professional lifestyle, teaching them the discipline required to maintain a high-performance routine.

For those tracking the progress of the participants or looking for future dates, official updates are typically released through the Club La Santa official portal and the BWF circuit calendars for the instructors’ availability.

The next scheduled checkpoint for the camp is the conclusion of this week’s sessions, after which the instructors will return to their respective international tournament schedules.

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