About squash

What is squash?

Squash is an exciting and fast-paced racket game played on a special four-sided court.
It provides players with an intense physical and mental challenge, requiring quick movement, sharp reactions and clever strategy.
A game in which two players compete victoriously in a close battle, hitting a small rubber ball against the walls at lightning speed to outwit each other.

Squash shortened rules (EST) and full version of the rules (ENG).

Everybody can play squash

No matter what level or age you are, squash is for everyone! It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an advanced player, squash is always fun and there are situations that will make you and your opponent laugh together. Sharing your impressions with your mates off the pitch, it’s safe to say that no one ever leaves a sports club in a bad mood! The mental health effects of the game have also been studied, and it has been concluded that playing squash significantly lowers stress levels. No matter what’s bothering you, playing squash with friends will cheer you up!

It's easy to get started

Squash doesn’t require a lot of equipment, and you can learn the basics quickly. However, it is relatively difficult to reach the top level in squash. As you move up in ranks, the game will get faster. Sprinting, constantly moving around the court, without long breaks and sometimes for hours at a time. Players who have been in the game for a long time will recognise that it requires a real commitment on the part of the player to develop their speed, stamina, strength, flexibility, and to actively engage with their mental readiness to match it all at the same time. The combination and development of all of these elements at the same time makes reaching the top a challenging task. Those players who can do it, can safely be called the most capable and motivated athletes of all. Squash is a sport that all sports enthusiasts should try at least once or twice, even if they don’t plan to take it up seriously. Try it because it might just be the right combination of fun and sport for you; for a healthy body and mind!

A healthy sport

Squash gives the whole body a very intense workout in a relatively short period of time, testing the player’s ability to control the racquet, the ball and the player’s endurance in general.
The mental balance of the player is just as important, as he has to concentrate on his own game as well as on the opponent’s next moves.
The game requires short fast sprints in many different directions, interspersed with slower play that develops the player’s balance and coordination to new levels.
It is a very complex workout that works all muscles.
You burn more calories in 30 minutes than in any other sport, which is why squash is considered one of the best sports to get your body in shape or keep in shape.

Squash is an Olympic sport! Los Angeles 2028

Through squash, athletically ambitious players can set their sights on one of the ultimate goals – an Olympic medal.
Squash was selected for the first time for the 2028 Olympics, which will which will rapidly increase the popularity of squash and the opportunities to play the sport at a professional level.

Beginner's reminder

Before going to the pitch read the squash rules (or invite a coach to explain them to you).

Footwear

Choose squash shoes or indoor sports shoes.
They must be slip-resistant and the sole must not leave dark marks on the floor.
As squash is an intense game, choose shoes that are light enough, support the foot and have sufficient “shock absorbing” capacity to prevent injury.

Racket

Before you buy your own racket, get a couple of different rackets from a rental or a friend and try hitting the ball with them.
Usually, you can find the right racket by feel.
They come in different weights and shapes – there’s a huge choice from different manufacturers.
Don’t forget that the racket comes with a grip, a strip that goes around the handle to make it easier to hold.

Eye protection

Eye protection is compulsory for children and juniors, optional for adults.
As with glasses, you need to find the right size.
Try on different types of goggles and find the right one for you.

Ball

There are different types of balls. Choose the ball according to your level. The competition ball is the hardest to warm up and requires fast play and strong shots. Therefore, it is not recommended for beginners, as you cannot really enjoy the game with a cold ball.

Examples of explanations of Dunlop balls:

Max – Blue in colour and slightly bigger than the other balls. Beginner ball. Bounces more easily than other balls (Karakal has a red spot).

Progress – Black ball without dots. For amateurs (Karakal with white spots).

Competition – One yellow dot. Mostly used for training.

Pro – Ball with two yellow spots. Used in competitions.