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Blair Academy – Blairstown. NJ

New Jersey Squash Summer Camp

About International Squash Academy Camps
Blair Academy

Blair Academy
Blairstown, NJ

This squash camp is located 70 miles outside of NYC at Blair Academy in Blairstown, NJ. In addition to the squash training camp curriculum, we are also offering a tournament training camp for those tournament-level players.

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: July 30th – August 3rd, 2023

CAMP FEES

Overnight Camp: $1899

Extended Day: $1599

Day: $1299

AGE GROUP

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

Camp Director

Director TBA

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. Revolution Volleyball 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: 1-2pm on the first day
  • Day & Extended Day Campers: 2pm on the first day; 9am the rest of the week

CHECK-OUT

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

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