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Two players, each with a racquet, take turns to hit a ball onto the walls of the court. The ball has to stay within the designated lines on the walls for the players to score a point.

An Overview of Squash

Squash provides an excellent cardiovascular workout. In one hour of squash, a player may expend approximately 700 to 1000 calories which is significantly more than most other sports and over 70% more than general tennis. The sport also provides a good upper and lower body workout by utilising both the legs to run around the court and the arms/torso to swing the racquet.

The game is played by two players (or four players for doubles) with standard rackets in a four-walled court with a small hollow rubber ball. The scoring system is easy to learn.

Benefits

Squash burns calories - an hour of squash can, according to research published in 2003, expends up to 1,000 calories in the average individual. The small court and non-stop action means players must keep moving and constantly change direction, a recipe for an excellent cardiovascular and muscular workout.

Involvement

You can book a court with a friend or join one of the many social sessions that run every week in clubs and leisure centres. If you want to play more competitively you can join a box league or get involved in a local competition or event.

Facts

  • Squash targeted Barcelona 1992 with its first bid for inclusion at the Olympic Games, but has failed to win entry on that and all subsequent occasions.

Find Squash Clubs/Groups Near You

Use the search below to find local organisations near you.

Maryhill and Summerston Community Sports Hub

Maryhill & Summerston Community Sports Hub provides the local people opportunities to participate in a variety of sport and physical activities to help local people be more active and healthier.

Scotstoun Community Sports Hub

Scotstoun CSH supports the development of inclusive sports clubs and physical activity opportunities to provide opportunities for more people to get active. There are lots of sports on offer such as A

National Governing Bodies

Scottish Squash & Racketball

Contact Email
info@scottishsquash.org
Contact Telephone
0131 625 4425
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Glasgow Life - Sport

Glasgow Life - Sport deliver and enable activities to Get Glasgow Active.

Scottish Squash Rackets Club Glasgow

Scottish Squash Rackets Club Glasgow

At SSRC you will never be short of an opponent to play on one of our stunning squash courts. A club open for all.

Maryhill and Summerston Community Sports Hub

Maryhill and Summerston Community Sports Hub

Maryhill and Summerston Community Sports Hub provides the local community with opportunities to participate in a variety of sport and physical activities to help local people live more active and healthier lives.

Western Health & Racquets Club

Western Health & Racquets Club

In the heart of Glasgow's West End, Western Health & Racquets Club is the ideal place for everyone to play sport, get fit and have a good time. Our site will provide you with lots of information about the club, its facilities, sport sections, membership,

Broomhill Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

Broomhill Lawn Tennis and Squash Club

We are a friendly member's club located in Broomhill, in the West End of Glasgow. We have four floodlit artificial-grass tennis courts and two squash courts.
New members are very welcome.

Scotstoun Eagles Squash Club

Scotstoun Eagles Squash Club

A community squash club in Scotstoun!

Easterhouse Community Sport Hub

Easterhouse Community Sport Hub

Easterhouse CSH delivers activities across the Easterhouse community: Boxing, Badminton, Cycling, Taekwondo, Hurling, Yoga, Table Tennis, Community activities and Physical Activity

Adult Social Squash (Intermediate / Advanced)

Adult Social Squash (Intermediate / Advanced)

Weekly gameplay session that caters for players of an intermediate or advanced standard. These are ideal to see how you get on against others. It is also a great way to meet other players that you can play regular games with.

Adult Social Squash (Beginner/ Intermediate)

Adult Social Squash (Beginner/ Intermediate)

Weekly gameplay session that caters for players of a beginner or intermediate standard. These are ideal to learn how to play squash and see how you get on against others at the same stage. It is also a great way to meet other players that you can play regular games with.

Mini Squash (5-8 years)

Mini Squash (5-8 years)

Glasgow Club Scotstoun has a comprehensive junior structure. This is open to everyone from 5 to 12 years old. We give as many children as possible the opportunity to try squash. The programme is open to all abilities and gives young people the tools to reach their potential.

Junior Squash (9-12 years)

Junior Squash (9-12 years)

Glasgow Club Scotstoun has a comprehensive junior structure. This is open to everyone from 5 to 12 years old. We give as many children as possible the opportunity to try squash. The programme is open to all abilities and gives young people the tools to reach their potential.

Adult Coached Squash: Ladies Beginners

Adult Coached Squash: Ladies Beginners

Weekly coached session that caters for women at beginner standard. These are ideal for players new to the sport and provide you with an introduction to the sport. It is also a great way to meet other players at the same stage as you.

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