Squash & Fitness
95%
of students agree they are more physically fit because of their participation in MetroSquash
MetroSquash has given me the opportunity to play squash at a collegiate level. I have become a well-rounded student that excels in the classroom and dominate on the squash court.
Coordinated 34 squash tournaments yielding
396
student entries in the 2017-2018 school year
To empower students to be fit, healthy and active.
MetroSquash’s athletic program combines the expertise of squash professionals, fitness experts and volunteers to provide best-in-class instruction for students.
Sessions focus on improving students’ technical squash skills, match play ability, and fitness level.
Through the sport of squash students learn the important lessons of goal setting, discipline, and teamwork.
What is Squash?
- Squash is an indoor racquet sport, similar to racquetball, played one against one.
- The ball is played off the ground and walls, making it a very dynamic sport.
- Check out this video which gives an overview of how squash is played
- Check out this video which shows top professionals playing the sport
Why Squash?
- Squash demands and teaches lifelong skills of dedication, discipline, and hard work
- It’s very physically demanding: Forbes Magazine deemed it “the world’s healthiest sport”
- It’s international: played in over 175 countries by 20 million people
- It has a particularly strong connection with education: over 80 top colleges have men’s and women’s club or varsity teams
- It’s gender equal
- It’s fun! Come to our facility to find out for yourself
- Check out this video why squash is called one of the healthiest sports
Squash/Fitness Programming
- Per week students are given at least three hours of squash instruction
- Students are also expected to participate in cross-training fitness during practice
- Students attend various competitive opportunities around Chicagoland and across the U.S.
- In the summer, students are offered programming at MetroSquash or at camps around the country
- MetroSquash is an enthusiastic participant of SEA (Squash and Education Alliance) events throughout the year.
MetroSquash Students who have Played Squash in College
- Bates College – Gabe B., Kyle L., & Nubia B.
- Connecticut College – Liliana V.
- Denison University – Khaidjah M. & Precious R.
- Hobart & William Smith Colleges – Joseph H.
- Northwestern University – Marnee I.
- St. Lawrence University – Cameron W. & Makyla K.
- University of Illinois at Springfield – Don H.
- Washington University – Christopher F.
- Wesleyan University – Sherly F.
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Chicago, IL 60637
1599 Maple Ave
Evanston, IL 60201
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