OFFICIAL SENIOR BADMINTON TOURNAMENT

Hellas Seniors
International 2026

13–15 November 2026
Heraklion · Crete · Greece

Three days of international senior badminton, competition, friendship and Cretan hospitality in an exceptional resort and sporting environment.

Hellas Seniors International 2026 official tournament poster
13–15 November 2026Three competition days
Lyttos Beach Sport CenterHeraklion, Crete
Age Groups35+ to 70+
Singles · Doubles · MixedUp to three events
Crete 2026

Play. Compete. Inspire.

Hellas Seniors International 2026 welcomes senior badminton players from Europe and beyond for a tournament that combines competition, friendship and Cretan hospitality.

Programme

Competition Programme

The competition is organised by discipline across three full tournament days.

Friday · SinglesMen’s and Women’s Singles
09:00–22:00
Saturday · DoublesMen’s and Women’s Doubles
09:00–22:00
Sunday · Mixed DoublesMixed Doubles
09:00–20:00
35+40+45+50+55+60+65+70+

Competition Format

Pool or knock-out formats may be used, depending on the number of entries. Each participant is guaranteed at least two matches per event.

Entry Limits

Up to one Singles, one Doubles and one Mixed Doubles event. Entries are accepted in order of receipt until the operational limits are reached.

Lyttos Beach Sport Center

Professional Competition Facilities

The competition hall is located within the hotel facilities, bringing accommodation, sport and leisure together in one destination.

4 Victor courtsBrand-new competition courts
Air-conditioned hallComfort throughout the event
1,000 luxCompetition lighting
Lyttos Beach Resort

Stay at Lyttos Beach

Exclusive All-Inclusive tournament rates for players, federations and accompanying persons.

Double Garden Room
Single Use

€132
per room / night

Double Garden Room
Double Use

€166
per room / night

Family Room with Sliding Door
Garden View

€264
per room / night

Family Room with Two Sleeping Areas
Garden View

€305
per room / night
Climate Resilience Fee: €4 per room, per night, payable at reception.
Booking deadline: 15 October 2026 · reservations@lyttosbeach.gr
Entries

Registration and Entry Fees

Submit the registration form
Provide personal details and event choices.
Entry review
The organisers check eligibility, age category and partner details.
Payment instructions
After approval, the Hellenic Badminton Federation sends the payment method.
Final confirmation
The entry becomes valid only after the applicable fee has been paid on time.

Entry Fees

1 event€30
2 events€55
3 events€80
Important: Submission of the form does not constitute final confirmation. Payment instructions are sent only after the entry has been reviewed and approved.
Deadlines

Important Dates

Registration opens
Visa support deadline
Entry and withdrawal deadline
Accommodation booking deadline
Draw published
Full schedule published
Travel and Welfare

Travel & Player Support

Arrival

Heraklion International Airport (HER)
“Nikos Kazantzakis”

Organised Transfer

€35 per vehicle, per one-way journey.
transport@hellasseniorsinternational.gr

Visa Support

Deadline: 7 September 2026
visa@hellasseniorsinternational.gr
Doctor throughout each competition day
Qualified first aid personnel
Physiotherapy on request
Drinking water and complimentary Wi-Fi
Rules

Official Information

Eligibility and Age Requirements

Players must be eligible to play for a BWF Member and meet the age requirement before 1 January 2026.

Shuttles

RSL Classic Tourney, speed 78. Shuttles are not provided and will be available for purchase at €35 per tube.

Regulations and Clothing

The tournament follows the Laws of Badminton and the applicable BWF, BEC and Hellenic Badminton Federation regulations.

Insurance and Medical Fitness

Participants are responsible for appropriate insurance and for confirming that they are medically fit to compete.

Data Protection and Media

Personal data are processed for tournament administration, draws, schedules and results. Photography and video may be used for sporting and promotional purposes, subject to the official invitation.

Contacts

Contact the Organising Team

Tournament Director: Rethymniotakis Charalampos
Referee: Christos Evangelidis
Deputy Referee: Fotis Zias

Ready to Join Us in Crete?

Submit your registration and become part of Hellas Seniors International 2026.