Squash is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of age or level of ability, whether you’re a complete beginner or you play to a advanced level. The Lesson Shop can help you find qualified and recommended squash coaches near you, to help you improve your game.

Squash is a sport that can be played for fun or competitively all year round, thanks to it being an indoor court based sport. It is also considered to be one of the best activities for an all round work out that helps to improve:

  • Physical condition – squash is a brilliant all round full body workout. It’s a great form of cardiovascular exercise that helps with weight loss, improving respiratory health and strengthening the heart
  • Motor skills – balance, agility, speed, coordination, timing and strength are all key motor skills needed to play squash and regular participation can develop these skills further
  • Social health – squash is a social sport meant to be played in a friendly and competitive manner, in singles (1v1) or doubles (2v2) matches. It is common to play squash as part of a club or at a community sports centre, so you’re very likely to meet new people 
  • Emotional wellbeing – physical exercise and sport can be a phenomenal way to improve your emotional well being. Squash can help to boost self confidence and self esteem and is also a great outlet for reducing stress. The social aspect of squash and improved physical health all help to boost overall emotional wellbeing too