u/Double-Ad5269

I wanna play badminton casually maybe once a week or 5-6 times a month. I usually don't commit to any activity because I'm busy with work, school, and volunteering but badminton seems fun so I want to make a "soft" commitment. As a beginner, will I be shamed if I use a replica because I don't want to spend much right now?

Or what's the best you guys can recommend that's not necessarily too expensive and where to buy?