CitySquash is a not-for-profit after-school enrichment program based in the Bronx at Fordham University. The organization helps motivated and talented young people from economically disadvantaged households in the Bronx fulfill their academic, athletic and personal potential.
Founded in 2002, CitySquash serves 140 elementary, middle, high school and college students. For our participants, CitySquash is an intensive, year-round commitment that includes squash, tutoring, mentoring, community service, travel, culture, high school placement, employment training and college prep. CitySquash begins working with students in third grade and serves them through college graduation.
The Squash and Education Alliance is the umbrella organization for 20 organizations in the U.S. and five international partners that combine squash, academics, mentoring, travel, college support and career readiness. Organizations in the network enroll more than 2,500 elementary, middle, and high school students from under-resourced communities in intensive, year round programming. 94% of high school graduates from SEA’s U.S. programs matriculate to college.
The elitesquash method - Maximising the potential of the individual
We believe in challenging conventional teaching methods and are constantly searching for new and innovative ways to advance squash players. Our squash coaching method is centered around a positive and relaxed relationship between the mind and the body, this allows learning to occur as a sensory process which each player will feel and own. Our goal is for our pupils to be successful, independent and confident squash players who reach their ultimate goals.
Coaching
We deliver our progressive coaching methods to all standards and ages of pupils, delivered by passionate, highly skilled and conscientious coaches. Please visit our website www.elitesquash.com for coaching options.
Camps
Our squash camps are about the whole experience of bringing players together to maximise their potential in a relaxed but focused environment. Each camp concentrates on the key aspects needed to develop confident, skilful squash players who can maximise their potential. Please visit our website www.elitesquash.com for camp options.
Partnerships
Elitesquash is delighted to partner with vibrant squash communities including the University of the West of England in Bristol, elitesquash Dubai and elitesquash Jersey, helping us share our vision and experience to as many new players as possible.
"Working with Hadrian has made a lot of improvement to my game, I enjoy a lot our sessions and its great having them in my corner during matches. We focus on different areas of my game and a lot on my movement. I'm looking forward to keep my partnership with Elitesquash for more years to come."
-Mohamed El Shorbagy, World #2 Professional Squash Player, Egypt.