TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
Behind every competition result is a commitment to learning, discipline and consistent training.
Based in Niterói, Brazil, Yinuo Xia follows a demanding weekly training routine while seeking opportunities to learn from different badminton environments around the world.
From his regular training sessions in Brazil to specialized experiences in Malaysia and Europe, each opportunity contributes to his technical, tactical and personal development.
One athlete. A world of learning opportunities.
Different Environments. New Perspectives. Continuous Improvement.
Connecting with young badminton players and coaches through international training experiences.
TRAINING IN BRAZIL
Based in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Yinuo Xia trains regularly with ÉoBad, where his development is supported by a structured approach to technical, tactical and physical preparation.
With approximately 20 hours of training per week, his routine combines on-court drills, match practice, movement development and opportunities to train alongside more experienced players.
A central part of this process is developing strong badminton fundamentals while progressively improving his decision-making, court awareness, consistency and ability to adapt during matches.
International experiences bring new perspectives. Daily training in Brazil turns those lessons into progress.
Consistency, Discipline and Daily Development
Training alongside fellow athletes in a supportive and competitive badminton environment.
Building physical foundations through strength, balance and movement training.
Developing badminton fundamentals through regular technical practice in Niterói, Brazil.
INSIDE THE TRAINING ROUTINE
Physical preparation and conditioning in Niterói, Brazil.
~20 HOURS / WEEK
Dedicated to badminton training and athletic development
INTERNATIONAL TRAINING — MALAYSIA
Malaysia has become an important part of Yinuo Xia's early badminton development.
Through two training periods in Kuala Lumpur — December 2024 to February 2025 and December 2025 to February 2026 — Yinuo experienced different coaching approaches, demanding practice environments and opportunities to learn from experienced Malaysian badminton professionals.
Training abroad has allowed him to broaden his technical and tactical understanding, experience different playing styles and bring valuable lessons back to his daily development in Brazil.
Learning internationally. Developing consistently.
Two Training Periods. Different Perspectives. One Long-Term Goal.
Yinuo Xia during his badminton training experience in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
TACTICAL BADMINTON KUALA LUMPUR
At Tactical Badminton in Kuala Lumpur, Yinuo had the opportunity to train under Head Coach Andrew Chang, an experienced Malaysian badminton coach with a background in junior development and international training programs.
Andrew Chang's coaching experience includes working with players from different countries and competitive levels, as well as a longstanding connection with Malaysia's badminton community.
Through structured training sessions, Yinuo was exposed to new approaches to technical fundamentals, footwork, consistency and on-court decision-making.
This experience helped expand his understanding of how individual technical improvements can contribute to more effective match performance.
Technical Foundations. Individual Guidance. Tactical Understanding.
Yinuo Xia receiving technical instruction from Head Coach Andrew Chang at Tactical Badminton, Kuala Lumpur.
TBH BADMINTON ACADEMY
During his time in Kuala Lumpur, Yinuo also trained at TBH Badminton Academy under Muhammad Naim Ahmad Fairuzly, a Malaysian badminton player with experience competing on the BWF international circuit.
Naim's experience competing on the BWF international circuit brought valuable firsthand knowledge of high-level competition to the training environment.
Working directly with an internationally experienced player gave Yinuo another perspective on badminton preparation, technical execution and the demands of competitive play.
Alongside his brother Lucas, Yinuo was able to learn in an environment shaped by Malaysia's strong badminton culture.
Training with Muhammad Naim Ahmad Fairuzly
Yinuo Xia and Lucas Xia Batouli with Malaysian international badminton player Muhammad Naim Ahmad Fairuzly during their training at TBH Badminton Academy, Kuala Lumpur.
INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT — EUROPE
In 2026, Yinuo Xia expanded his international badminton development through training experiences in Austria and the Czech Republic.
Beyond participating in international tournaments, Yinuo had opportunities to train and play practice matches alongside young athletes from Austria, Germany, Portugal, France and the Czech Republic.
These experiences provided valuable exposure to different approaches to badminton, helping him develop adaptability, tactical awareness and confidence when facing unfamiliar opponents.
Every new opponent is an opportunity to learn.
Austria & Czech Republic | 2026
Different Countries. Different Playing Styles. Valuable Experience.
Yinuo Xia receiving technical guidance from German badminton coach Christian Stern during a training session in Dornbirn, Austria.
AUSTRIA — VORARLBERG
Ahead of the Hofsteig Youth International, Yinuo took part in training sessions at the Vorarlberg Badminton Federation's training center in Dornbirn, Austria.
Training alongside young players from Austria and Germany allowed him to experience different playing styles and prepare for the demands of European junior competition.
These sessions offered opportunities to improve match readiness, adapt to unfamiliar opponents and build confidence before entering an international tournament.
The preparation was followed by a successful tournament experience, with Yinuo earning two bronze medals in the U11 category — men's singles and men's doubles.
Dornbirn, Austria | Hofsteig Youth International 2026
Yinuo Xia training alongside Austrian and German badminton players at the Vorarlberg Badminton Federation training center in Dornbirn, Austria.
CZECH REPUBLIC — PRAGUE
During his time in Prague, Yinuo Xia had the opportunity to train alongside players from Portugal's U13 and U15 national teams in preparation for the Czech Youth International.
His European experience also included practice matches with French junior player Mael Dogan and Czech junior player Tobiaz, providing opportunities to face different playing styles and competitive approaches.
Beyond the training court, Yinuo developed friendships with young badminton players representing England and Portugal, building connections across Europe's junior badminton community.
These experiences reinforced an important part of his development: learning not only through coaching and competition, but also through direct interaction with young athletes from different badminton cultures.
Different nations. Shared passion. A stronger international foundation.
Czech Youth International 2026 | Prague, Czech Republic
Yinuo Xia during a practice match with French junior badminton player Mael Dogan in Prague.
Yinuo Xia alongside young English badminton players during the Czech Youth International in Prague.
Yinuo Xia participating in practice matches with players from Portugal's U13 and U15 national teams.
Yinuo Xia with members of Portugal's U13 and U15 national badminton teams.
Yinuo Xia with Czech junior player Tobiáš Wierzgoň following their practice match in Prague.
UPCOMING INTERNATIONAL TRAINING — THAILAND
Yinuo Xia is preparing for the next stage of his international badminton development: an extended training experience at Banthongyord Badminton School in Bangkok, Thailand.
Recognized for its role in developing world-class badminton talent, Banthongyord represents an opportunity for Yinuo to experience a training environment shaped by Thailand's strong badminton tradition.
The planned training period will allow him to observe new coaching methods, experience different training routines and continue developing his technical and tactical foundations.
For Yinuo, this experience is not simply about training abroad. It is about learning from different badminton cultures and bringing those lessons back to his daily development in Brazil.
Learning from the best environments. Building for the future.
Banthongyord Badminton School | Bangkok | December 2026 – February 2027
Banthongyord Badminton School in Bangkok, Thailand, where Yinuo Xia is scheduled to begin his next international training experience in December 2026.
THE LONG-TERM VISION
Yinuo Xia's development is built on consistency, curiosity and a commitment to continuous improvement.
From his daily training in Brazil to international experiences in Malaysia and Europe, each environment contributes new perspectives to his understanding of badminton. His upcoming training in Thailand represents another step along this path.
The objective is not simply to achieve results at a young age, but to build the technical, tactical, physical and mental foundations necessary for long-term success.
The journey is just beginning.
Every Training Session. Every Experience. Every Step Forward.