Badminton

With over 25 years of coaching experience, Elliott is a respected leader in Canadian sport, known for his dedication to athlete development and inclusion. He holds NCCP Competition Development certification.

Elliott served as the Nova Scotia coach at the 2007 Canada Games and is currently a valued member of the Canadian Professional Coaches Association, the Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network, and a member of the Badminton Canada High Performance Committee. He is also the Assistant Coach for Canada’s National Para Team, Provincial coach for Team Manitoba, 2023 Pan American Para Games and Four Pan American Junior Championships.

As an athlete, Elliott has achieved remarkable success, winning multiple Nova Scotia provincial and Maritime titles as both a junior and senior player. His excellence on the court continues at the Masters level, where he is a six-time Canadian Masters Champion.

Kevin Tsang is an experienced badminton coach with more than five years of coaching behind him. He began playing at age 13 at the Winnipeg Winter Club, where he quickly rose through Manitoba’s junior ranks. During his junior career, Kevin captured provincial doubles titles and represented Manitoba at multiple junior national championships.

Now transitioning his competitive background into coaching, Kevin is dedicated to helping athletes reach their full potential. He focuses on building solid fundamentals, smart tactics, and a genuine love for the game, creating an environment where players can grow, compete, and enjoy the sport.

Udhav began playing badminton at the age of seven in India, where he grew up and quickly developed a passion for the sport. As a junior athlete, he competed at the national level across India, gaining invaluable experience and a deep understanding of high-performance badminton.

With over seven years of coaching experience, Udhav has been training athletes of all levels at the Winnipeg Winter Club since 2018. His coaching approach reflects both his competitive background and his genuine love for the sport he is truly passionate about badminton as both a coach and a player.

A firm believer that sport builds character beyond the court, Udhav strives to help his athletes grow not only in their technical and tactical skills but also in confidence, resilience, and life skills that carry far beyond the game.

Kevin Barkman is a high-performance athlete and coach with a strong commitment to excellence. His training experiences across Asia and Europe, along with playing league in Denmark and competing on the BWF circuit, have given him a deep understanding of what true high-performance sport requires. These experiences shaped his belief in training with intent and purpose, both on and off the court.

With four international medals, a former #1 ranking in Canada, and competition experience around the world, Kevin understands the level of discipline, effort, and resilience needed to reach the top. He also recognizes the importance of strong foundational skills and movement abilities as the base for long-term development.

Although his international background stems from the sport’s highest levels, Kevin continues to approach badminton with an emphasis on the fundamentals helping athletes build the skills and habits needed to grow, compete, and excel.

Dominic Guzman has coached several athletes ranging from ages 6 to 60, helping beginners fall in love with badminton and guiding advanced players to smash new personal bests. With five years of provincial and national competition experience—including provincial titles and a Manitoba Games medal—he brings both skill and insight to every session.

Dominic has trained and learned from coaches across Canada and even in the Philippines, shaping a coaching style that blends high-energy drills, technical analysis, and plenty of fun. Whether you’re looking to improve your fundamentals or sharpen your competitive edge, Dominic is committed to getting you match-ready!