Squash

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• Training

  Training sessions are all based at East Sands Leisure Centre where we have access to two courts, and are led by senior club members. The four main sessions listed above are included in both types of membership. Students are welcome to try both levels of training to see which suits.

  Beginner is suitable for anyone who has never played before, members who lack confidence on court, or those who just want to play more casually. Our volunteer student coaches will take players through the basics, progressing through the year while having fun on court.

  Rackets are available to borrow free of charge from reception.

  Intermediate/Advanced is for members who know their way around the court, have decent experience playing the sport and are more confident with drills and match play.

  In addition to these weekly sessions, the players on the competitive teams have occasional small group sessions with a professional coach on Sunday Mornings as part of their membership.

• Membership

  Both Recreational and Full membership entitle members to all standard training sessions (see above), club socials, and other events such as internal tournaments and the regular box league for competitive match play opportunity within the club.

  Full membership is for players on a team and allows for participation in team matches, and the additional Sunday sessions with the professional coach, distributed through the academic year (approximately four per semester). Team selection is based on trials at the beginning of the academic year but there is scope for joining at other times if appropriate.

  We do not currently offer non-student membership. Club membership does not include preferential or discounted access to courts at East Sands Leisure Centre. To play outwith the club/club sessions, please book directly with the Leisure Centre.

• Competition

  The Squash Club has one competitive Men’s Team and one competitive Women’s Team, both of which compete in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) championships, and local Dundee & District Squash Racquet Association leagues. In 2019-20, the Women’s Team won the BUCS Scottish first division, and the Men’s Team finished second in their division.

• How to get involved

  Whether you are new to the sport or an experienced player, already attend the University or if you are thinking about attending, please get in touch to register your interest and find out more about our club.

  The University hosts a Sports Fayre at the beginning of each academic year during Orientation Week, giving prospective players the opportunity to talk to club members and sign up to ‘Give It A Go’ sessions.

  Please email the club to register your interest: [email protected]

  Club Membership

  All matriculated students at the University can join the Squash Club.

  Please visit the Saints Sport website for a full list of club membership options, prices and information on how to purchase your membership.