Why play squash?

• Squash is easy! All you need is non-marking shoes, comfy sportswear, and a racket and ball.
• Squash burns a lot of calories! Over 1,000 in an hour which is more than many other sports and is why squash was rated the World's Healthiest Sport.
• Squash can be played anytime! As squash is an indoor sport, it's not weather dependant and you can play anytime of the day (just make sure you book a court).
• Squash is good for your health! Not just physical, but mental and social too. You'll look and feel better if you play squash regularly.
• Squash is social! It's both an individual and teams sport. Rallying on court solo is a great way to practice but squash is meant to be a two player game. Spending time on court with family, friends, or a player you've met through the club is great social recreation.

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How do I play?

​Squash is a racquet sport played in an indoor four-walled court with a small, hollow rubber ball. The aim of the game is to make the ball impossible to play, or force an error, from the opposition. The ball can only bounce once. Players must alternate in striking the ball with their racquet and hit the ball onto the playable surfaces, marked by lines, of the four walls of the court. After each shot you must try to get out of the way of both the ball and the opposition.

Within Otago, 15 points are needed to win a game, with the ‘best of five’ declared the winner of the match. More here.

England Squash - How To Play Squash

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What do I need?

• Comfy exercise clothing - you'll run, jump, twist and turn.
• Non-marking indoor shoes.
• Squash racket and ball - gear available from our sponsor Otago Sports Depot.
• Towel and water bottle.

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How do I get started?

Join a club

Search for a club in your area and see what they have to offer - many clubs have open nights for people to give it a go.

Try Squash

Some squash clubs within the region offer the public a way to make a casual booking.

Our Clubs