There are different techniques for diving to the forehand and backhand. Before you consider learning these, you really need to be extremely fit.

Consider this…

Drop flat on the ground and then get up in under a second. Do this consistently for 5 minutes dropping full length and then quickly getting up. Recognise how tiring it is. You need an incredibly strong core, arms and legs to provide the spring you need for recovery

So, rather than learn the technique, learn to recover first, otherwise you’ll look an idiot retrieving the shuttle, only to find you’re not fast enough to return the next shot.

As Matt rightly says, there are players who do not dive for the shuttle so it’s not always necessary in a game.

Aside from that I’m more concerned with your thinking where you are suggesting that’s it’s better to show off than play the best point. The best players in the world achieve this peak through the mastery of basics. Their racket control is extraordinary and i suggest you never lose sight of these facts. I would rather play an opponent who tries to outshine me with flash shots rather than someone who serves well and hits a consistently good length.

Paul