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3 Squash Conditioning Exercises to Boost Endurance

2025-03-21T18:24:45+00:00

Are you finding yourself gasping for air by the third game? Does your performance noticeably drop as matches progress? In squash, endurance isn’t just an advantage—it’s essential. The ability to maintain speed, precision, and decision-making throughout extended rallies often determines who walks away victorious. Here are squash conditioning exercises that will help you achieve that. 

Why Squash-Specific Conditioning Matters

Unlike general fitness training, squash-specific conditioning targets the unique movement patterns and energy systems that your body relies on during matches. Traditional cardio might build baseline fitness, but the explosive, multi-directional nature of squash requires specialized training that mimics actual [Read More>]

3 Squash Conditioning Exercises to Boost Endurance2025-03-21T18:24:45+00:00

How to Choose the Right Squash Racquet for Your Child

2025-03-21T18:22:26+00:00

Is your young athlete showing interest in squash? Selecting the perfect racquet is crucial for their development. With so many options available, the decision might seem overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. We break down everything parents need to know about choosing a squash racquet that will grow with your child’s skills below.

Why the Right Racquet Matters

Not using the right squash racquet can lead to:

  • Improper technique development
  • Increased risk of injury
  • Frustration and decreased motivation
  • Slower [Read More>]
How to Choose the Right Squash Racquet for Your Child2025-03-21T18:22:26+00:00

Court Movement Drills to Improve Your Squash Footwork

2025-03-21T18:19:56+00:00

Are you struggling to reach those tight corner shots? Finding yourself a step behind your opponent’s drop shots? Your footwork might be the missing piece in your squash puzzle. Strong court movement isn’t just a skill—it’s the foundation that elevates your entire game. These court movement drills could be key to helping you improve your Squash footwork. 

Why Footwork Makes or Breaks Your Squash Game

Before diving into specific drills, here’s why footwork matters so much. Exceptional court movement allows you to:

Court Movement Drills to Improve Your Squash Footwork2025-03-21T18:19:56+00:00

Qualities All Summer Squash Camps Should Have

2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

There are tons of summer squash camps out there to choose from each year. However, there’s a reason why tons of squash players head to one of our International Squash Academy camps each summer.

The ISA has had the pleasure of welcoming thousands of campers to join us and improve their on-court skills. Our success has been made possible by our energetic and passionate coaching staff, which includes former high-level players and successful college coaches.

But what else sets us apart from the competition enough to convince you to join us this summer? It’s because of what’s [Read More>]

Qualities All Summer Squash Camps Should Have2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

Your Squash Camp Experience Doesn’t Have to End in Summer

2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

Attending a squash camp with the International Squash Academy is all you’ll need to take your game to the next level. We’re both proud and honored to bring in some of the sport’s best coaches and players to be a part of this experience. ISA camps were developed with a singular purpose: to provide youth squash players an opportunity to improve in both a fun and positive environment.

Each year, some of the most well-known names in squash join the ISA to help build up your confidence and passion for the sport as much as possible. Each camp [Read More>]

Your Squash Camp Experience Doesn’t Have to End in Summer2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

The Best Junior Squash Camps Have These Qualities

2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

From the moment the International Squash Academy was established to provide junior squash camps, we had one goal in mind. We want to help squash players of all skill and age levels improve their on-court performance while achieving elite levels of competitiveness. That’s why we have an international network of coaches at the top of the sport who willingly dedicate their time and energy to help fulfill this purpose.

Our programs range from open-attendance instruction camps to invitation-only elite camps and showcases each year, but what separates us from other squash camps? 

Many things separate [Read More>]

The Best Junior Squash Camps Have These Qualities2025-01-07T16:13:38+00:00

Solo Squash Drills to Try at Home

2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00

Solo Squash Drills to Try at Home

Improve Your Skills in Preparation for Squash Camp

Solo squash drills and training at home doesn’t have to be lonely and dull. In fact, if you don’t keep solo practice fun and entertaining you’ll most likely never be able to sustain a consistent, enjoyable, or productive on-court workout. Here are some tips to put a little awesome-sauce back in your routines, and enjoy your rapid improvement.

A good rule of thumb is to practice by yourself at least 15 minutes once a week. Solo plays helps you pay closer attention to your [Read More>]

Solo Squash Drills to Try at Home2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00

Choosing the Right Squash Racket to Suit Your Size & Style

2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00

Choosing the Right Squash Racket to Suit Your Size & Style A beginner’s guide to selecting squash equipment Choosing the right squash racquet for your size and style is not always easy. With so many brands and styles to choose from, getting an understanding of how to shop the best options for your size and playing style will save you and your parents time and money. For kids ages 6 to 9, you need to be very selective when you buy your first squash racket. Choosing the right squash racquet to suit your size and style is very important, [Read More>]

Choosing the Right Squash Racket to Suit Your Size & Style2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00

Top 3 Training Exercises to Prepare For Your Squash Camp

2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00

Training Exercises to Prepare for Squash Camp Our Top 3 Conditioning Tools to Try at Home April showers bring May flowers, and Squash training season! This is the time to brush the cobwebs off your racket — and your body. Squash coaches across the country want players to get moving yearlong, because they know off-season training results in top performing players who stay ahead of the competition. That’s why we’ve put together these proven training exercises to prepare for squash camp and help you stay on top of your game while getting in tip-top shape — just in time [Read More>]

Top 3 Training Exercises to Prepare For Your Squash Camp2025-01-07T16:13:39+00:00
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