University of Washington - Intramural Activities Building
Avon Old Farms School
500 Old Farms Rd
Avon, CT 06001

Hartford Area Squash Summer Camp

About International Squash Academy Camps
Avon Old Farms School

Avon Old Farms School
500 Old Farms Rd, Avon, CT 06001

Attend a Connecticut squash camp at Gaynor Squash Pavilion at Avon Old Farms School, CT. Opened in 2007, the facility boasts six world-class international singles squash courts, and one three-wall glass exhibition court. Located just outside of Hartford, CT, this is the perfect site for an International Squash Camp.

Camp is open to all ages and ability levels. Each camper will be assessed and grouped with campers of similar age and ability levels. Adjustments to the groups may be made throughout the week to provide campers with opportunities to train with and compete against different players. Drills, games, and scrimmages are designed to help each camper learn, improve, and have fun!

CAMP DATES

SESSION 1: TBA

CAMP FEES

Overnight Camp: $2199
Extended Day: $1899
Day: $1599

AGE GROUP

International Squash Academy Camps are open to campers ages 8 to 18.

Camp Director

Sahel Anwar
Sahel AnwarOwner & Director of Premier Performance Squash (PPS)

Connecticut resident, Sahel Anwar, has made a tremendous impact on the squash community in greater New York and southern Connecticut. As the owner & director of Premier Performance Squash (PPS), Coach Anwar has helped establish PPS as the Professional Squash Services Provider to area communities, high schools, and colleges, leading several teams to the Nationally Ranked Juniors.

Sahel is a member of the Coaching Staff of the US National Team. He travels with TEAM USA to international events, and assists in Regional Squads training sessions. He is a technical squash coach who brings awareness to the smallest details, helping players take their game to the next level. Coach Anwar has an extraordinary gift for communication. His ability to connect with students makes him a special part of our squash camp programs.

Each camper will:

  • Develop their technical skills & tactical knowledge
  • Participate in camp games with a chance to win prizes
  • Compete amongst their peers in small games & camp matches
  • Be given the opportunity to work with college &/or high school coaches & college players all week long
  • Receive an International Squash Academy Camp T-Shirt
  • …and most importantly: HAVE FUN!

Daily Schedule

7:00AM- Wake Up
7:30AM- Breakfast
8:45AM- Extended Day and Day Campers Arrive
9:00AM- Warm Up/Stretch
9:30AM- Technical Skill Development
11:00AM- Small-Sided Games and Situational Scrimmages
12:00PM- Lunch
1:30PM- Tactical Skill Development
3:00PM- Team-Based Games and Scrimmages
5:00PM- Dinner
6:30PM- Position-Specific Training and Serving or Evening Activity
8:30PM- Extended Day Campers Depart
8:30PM- Dorm Games,Evening Meeting, Social Time for Overnight Campers
10:30PM- Lights out

Below is a suggested list of items to bring to camp. We suggest that campers do not bring expensive personal items such as cell phones or laptops. Campers are allowed to bring cell phones to camp to contact their guardians, but they are not allowed on the field during training sessions. Please label every article you bring to camp. All personal items are the responsibility of each camper. International Squash Academy and its camp staff are not responsible for lost, stolen, or forgotten items.

  • Health Form
  • Goggles
  • Squash Racquet
  • On-Court Clothes (T-Shirts, Shorts, Socks, etc)
  • Athletic Sneakers
  • Water Bottle
  • Off-Field Clothes (Athletic Socks, T-Shirts, Shorts, Sweatshirts, etc)
  • Sunscreen
  • Linens (Twin XL)
  • Blanket/Sleeping Bag
  • Pillow
  • Toiletries
  • Shower Towel
  • Alarm Clock
  • Portable Fan

CHECK-IN

  • Overnight Campers: 2:30-3:30pm on the first day (Sunday)
  • Day & Extended Day Campers: 3-3:30pm on the first day  (Sunday); 9am the rest of the week

CHECK-OUT

  • Overnight Campers: 12pm on the last day of camp (Friday)
  • Extended Day Campers: Daily at 8pm; 12pm on the last day of camp (Friday)
  • Day Campers: Daily at 4pm (except for Friday at 12pm)

Extended Day:
Sunday: 3pm-8pm, dinner included.
Monday: 9am-8pm, lunch and dinner included.
Tuesday: 9am-8pm, lunch and dinner included.
Wednesday: 9am-8pm, lunch and dinner included.
Thursday: 9am-8pm, lunch and dinner included.
Friday: 9am-12pm

Day:
Sunday: 3pm-5pm
Monday: 9am-4pm, lunch included
Tuesday: 9am-4pm, lunch included
Wednesday: 9am-4pm, lunch included
Thursday: 9am-4pm, lunch included
Friday: 9am-12pm

Overview

At the International Squash Academy, you’ll receive individualized training through a superior curriculum regardless your age or ability level. We want young squash players to improve in every aspect of their game; our camps put a focus on individual skill development while incorporating drills and matches to emphasize teamwork.

DAILY SKILLS BREAKDOWN
  • Individual Technique and Stickwork
    • Dynamic warm up
    • Agility & shot control
  • Technical Skills Training
    • Serving, passing, footwork, shot placement
  • Tactical Skill Training
    • Reading the play or situation
    • Decision-making skills to solve problems at the correct time
  • Match Play Learning
    • Competition & camp matches
SQUASH STAFF
  • Low Camper-to-coach ratios
  • Groups based off of age & ability level
  • Fun, energetic & experienced staff