Meet our coaches

Badminton Coaches

From former national-team players to certified group instructors — our coaches cover beginners, juniors, intermediates, and advanced players. Private lesson inquiries go through info@flyingbadminton.com.

Ronne Maykel Runtulalo

Head Badminton Pro

Ronne Maykel Runtulalo is an internationally experienced badminton coach and former Indonesian National Team athlete with over 20 years of coaching experience in Indonesia and Canada. As an NCCP Level 2 Certified Coach, he is dedicated to helping athletes of all levels reach their full potential through technical excellence, discipline, and a lifelong love for badminton.

Ronne has coached many elite Canadian athletes, including seven-time National Men's Doubles Champions Adrian Liu and Derrick Ng, and contributed to the development of Olympians Kristen Tsai and Toby Ng through ClearOne's Super Elite Training Program. His coaching philosophy emphasizes Technical Excellence, Athletic Performance, Tactical Intelligence, Mental Resilience, and Character Development.

As a former member of the Indonesian National Badminton Team, Ronne achieved a career-high World Ranking of No. 31 in Mixed Doubles, bringing valuable international playing experience to his coaching. Whether working with beginners or high-performance athletes, Ronne is committed to creating a positive and challenging environment where every player can grow, achieve their goals, and enjoy the journey of becoming their best.

Private lessons: info@flyingbadminton.com

Ximing Yao (Ming)

Former Chinese National Team

One of the most decorated badminton players ever to coach in Vancouver — a former Chinese National Team member with championships across four decades of international competition.

Selected championships

2005 & 2002 — World Masters Mens Doubles Champion (45+)
2000, 1999, 1996 — Canadian Masters Doubles Champion (35+ / 40+)
1998 — Portland Nike World Master Doubles Champion (35+ & 40+)
1995 — Canadian Masters Singles Champion (35+)
1986 — US Open Doubles Champion
1980–1983 — Chinese National Doubles Champion
1982 — Asia Games Champion · Thomas Cup Champion
1981 — World Games Doubles Champion

Phone: 778-899-9861
Private lessons: info@flyingbadminton.com

Mickey Chow

Badminton Coach

Over 20 years of coaching experience, with an emphasis on foundational technique and strategic gameplay for beginners through intermediate players.

Youth focus: balance, stability, flexibility, agility, emotional management, growth mindset.
Adult focus: fundamentals, shot selection, endurance drills, competitive mindset, court positioning.
Certifications: Certified Early Childhood Educator & Personal Trainer.
Available: weekdays 10 AM – 1 PM.

Private lessons: info@flyingbadminton.com

Zayar Tun (Ken)

Assistant Coach • Former Myanmar Junior National Rep

Ken began playing badminton at age 13 and progressed to national-level competition. At 16, he was selected by the Myanmar Badminton Federation to represent Myanmar at the 2017 Badminton Asia Junior U17 & U15 Championships. During his time with the federation, he also trained alongside members of Myanmar’s national badminton team.

With over two years of coaching experience, Ken offers private and group lessons to players of all ages and skill levels. He specializes in singles and focuses on developing strong fundamentals, including proper racket grip, stroke technique, swing mechanics, footwork, and consistency. Ken is also available as a competitive sparring partner for players looking to challenge themselves and advance to a higher level.

Private lessons: info@flyingbadminton.com

Badminton Coaches

Ronne Maykel Runtulalo

Ximing Yao (Ming)

Mickey Chow

Zayar Tun (Ken)

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