SQUASH COACHING & INSTRUCTION
Our aim is to inspire all squash players and help them fulfil their potential and gain maximum enjoyment from playing one of the world’s most exciting and healthiest sports.
Alongside our unrivalled commitment to developing the best possible squash products, we also seek to help our followers across all areas of their squash experience.
Through our ‘Coaching & Instruction’ features we aim to share unique insights, advise and tips from the world’s leading coaches and players to help our followers improve their game.
Start improving your squash today. Whether you are an established professional or beginner, we offer a comprehensive library of squash coaching material covering all aspects of the game, including technique, strategy, fitness, nutrition and injury prevention.
Content is continually updated, covering the latest squash coaching ideas and principles, and we welcome our followers to comment and share our stories on social media by using the hashtags #UNSQUASHABLE and #beinspired which remind us that #weareunsquashable.
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Tips & techniques to improve your movement on the squash court
October 13 2023
Quick and efficient movement is a key part of being a successful squash player. In this squash coaching and instruction article, we present three key training tips to help improve your movement on the squash court.Increase Your Power: In the sport of squash, raw speed takes a back seat to explosive acceleration. Power is your ally. Strengthen your base and...
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Top 5 reasons you should warm-up before playing squash
September 30 2023
For squash players who train hard and compete, the oft-repeated advice about the importance of warming up is nothing new. However, beyond the vague notion of injury prevention, the true significance of a warm-up remains elusive to many.A well-constructed warm-up will help you perform at your best by preparing you both mentally and physically you for the challenges ahead and...
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Practical breathing tips & techniques to improve performance & create better health & well-being
September 10 2023
Elevating your awareness of your breathing is critical to improving performance and creating better health and well-being with nasal breathing prioritised over mouth breathing.The nose connects to the diaphragm, while the mouth aligns with the chest. Notably, no medical textbook attributes breathing to the mouth. Nasal breathing targets the diaphragm, the primary respiratory muscle intertwined with emotions. Conversely, mouth breathing...
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Unlocking the Health Benefits of Endurance Training
October 14 2022
In the realm of physical fitness, versatility is key. Recent research has underscored the importance of incorporating a diverse range of exercises into your training regimen, encompassing endurance, strength, balance, and flexibility routines, each delivering distinct health advantages.Dedicating time to endurance training several times a week will reap a wealth of rewards, including heightened stamina for everyday tasks, improved coordination,...
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Secrets of power & agility for better squash
July 27 2022
How do great players look so relaxed, yet cover & control the court so easily?Physically it doesn’t seem to cost them as much as other players, yet their shots crackle with power. They can explode onto a shot when they choose to yet demonstrate dexterity & finesse in the next moment. They appear effortless, but how do they do it?...
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A tactical game plan to play better squash
July 10 2022
In order for your shots to have any benefit &/or impact to your game, it is important to know how to apply them. Having good shots is not enough. A player also needs to possess the tactical, physical, & mental skills in order for the technique to have impact on their game. Every shot production should have a general tactic...
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Five ways to improve your squash by James Willstrop
July 05 2022
James Willstrop discusses the five key ways to improving your squash: Find a friendly club; take solid advice from a smart coach; watch & learn from the best players; invest in a physio; make the most of every session; & enjoy it.Find a home:The best place to start is by finding & embracing a thriving squash club or community. You...
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Identifying squash talent
June 01 2022
In this article we examine why talent should be viewed only as an opportunity to greatness & can be heavily overrated when relied upon too much.When observers of squash talk about talent, they often recall how this player hits the ball or the spectacular shots they produce. It might be accentuated in the gracefulness of their strokes, the fluidity of...
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Coaching leadership in squash by David Campion
May 15 2022
Squash coaches have a thirst for knowledge on technique and the tactical side of the game. It’s one of the first things a budding level 3 candidate will ask about on a coaching course or workshop. Crucially important yes, however have they considered how they will impart this new-found knowledge onto their learner and ‘effect change’.The art of coaching is...
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How to become a more consistent squash player
May 01 2022
The reliability & consistency of executing strokes is one of the basic requirements to becoming a better squash player.Without consistency, a player will not be able to construct many rallies & will often be on the losing end in matches. Reliability of strokes will give players more possibilities to play the game with enjoyment & confidence & therefore it makes...
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Squash tactical intelligence
March 01 2022
With an increasing emphasis on technical & physical development, it is often forgotten, or in some case not even recognised, that in order to excel in their chosen sport world-class players, without exception, possess acute intelligence.The intelligence of leading players should not be judged on their IQ & general knowledge but on their understanding of the complex geometry of the...
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Squash is easy - at least that’s the way it should be by Paul Bell
February 01 2022
A common conversation amongst coaches is that present day players don’t work hard enough. Scottish National Coach Paul Bell explains that whilst he doesn’t disagree that work ethic is on the decline, over emphasise on hard work can have a detrimental effect on players who are looking to improve their squash.I have the privilege of running the Scotland performance programme...
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Practical nutritional recovery strategies during squash competition by Ollie Turner
January 15 2022
Ollie Turner, PhD Student & Performance Nutritionist at the English Institute of Sport & England Squash explains the nutritional strategies a professional player could employ at competition to fuel those lung busting rallies.Team sports such as rugby & football often have 3-7 days in-between competitive matches to recover & refuel for the next match. However, squash proudly embraces its physical...
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Tips for parents on how to coach your child at squash
December 01 2021
Coaching & training your own children is not a task to be taken lightly. Kids react differently to a parent than to a coach. Sometimes it works & sometimes it doesn’t.The chemistry & communication between parent & child are important but not the only factors to make it work. If you have the best interest of your child at heart,...
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Dealing with pressure is critical to success in squash
January 15 2020
In the world of professional sport, margins are small whilst the repercussions can be large. The effect of unforced errors or bad judgments can not only result in a poor outcome but can also contribute to increased pressure. Small errors mount up & dealing with pressure is critical to elite success.How a player deals with pressure can have a huge...
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Learn how to cool down properly after playing squash to recover faster & avoid injury
July 01 2019
Many people dismiss the cool down as a waste of time, or simply unimportant. In reality the cool down is just as important as the warm up, & if you want to stay injury free, it's vital.Although the warmup & cool down are just as important as each other, they are important for very different reasons. While the main purpose...
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Squash is a game of fine margins by Paul Bell
July 01 2019
I recently attended the Channel VAS Championships at St Georges Hill with our Scottish No.1 Greg Lobban. It’s always interesting watching the first events of a new season to see what changes the players have made over the summer training period. I love going & watching live squash, because despite the great job SquashTV are doing it is always best...
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Improve your squash with yoga
July 01 2018
A host of squash professionals including James Willstrop are turning to yoga to improve their game. It’s not a new phenomenon to cross train one discipline with another, & stretching has always been important to those in racket sports, from amateurs up to ranking professionals. Yoga, however, brings more to the table than solely the physical benefits of strength &...
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