Badminton serves can be tricky. An illegal serve can prove costly. You must learn when your opponent is going to serve, and then act before they do. You will soon be a proficient badminton player and be able to serve flawlessly. However, this won't happen automatically. It is just as important to know your opponent's serve as it is to know your own. These are some tips that will help you improve your serve.

The serve zone is crucial. To get the ball to your opponent's net, the serve zone is where you need to hit it. The serve zone is normally between your shoulders. However, if you play badminton with others, you need to check whether the ball is in the inside or outside of the serve area. To hit the ball correctly, the ball must touch the serve zone.

A second tip is to have a good rhythm when serving. Badminton is fast-paced and you must be able move quickly to hit the ball. Do not let your arms relax while serving. You must keep your arms and hands moving at the same speed. You should not take a pause between each stroke to indicate that your rhythm is off.

Third, practice your serve. When it comes to serving, Badminton players have mastered the art. You should seek out a coach to help you improve your illegal serves. This will help improve your serve and your forehand as well.

Fourth, consider your racket a weapon. Your serve should be considered an offensive weapon when serving. Don't rely solely on your serve. To make your opponent's life difficult, use your whole body to hit the ball.