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Specter Center Academy

SCA

The Specter Center Academy offers a clear, development-driven pathway for young athletes—from first-time players to High Performance competitors and the National Squash Academy (NSA). Our coaching team provides structured progression at every stage, helping juniors build foundational skills, grow their love for the game, and advance confidently through each level of training.

To support early engagement, we’ve introduced the Spark Membership for children under 11. Spark Members automatically become junior members and gain access to lower-cost clinics designed to introduce squash in a fun, supportive, and age-appropriate environment. This early entry point encourages kids to stay active, build consistency, and move naturally into the Academy’s next steps.

As players grow, the Academy pathway guides them through beginner and intermediate training, competitive development, and ultimately into High Performance and NSA programs for athletes pursuing elite competition. With expert coaching, small-group sessions, and a strong emphasis on technical, tactical, and physical growth, the Specter Center Academy supports juniors at every stage of their squash journey.

Join us and discover a pathway built to inspire, engage, and develop the next generation of squash players.

Ages 4-7 years old (Elementary)

An introductory FUNdamental squash related program to give young children a good run around and most importantly have a lot of fun. It’s never too early to start playing squash and these action-packed sessions are designed to help children develop hand eye coordination required to play squash or any other sports in the future.

Day (Time): Sunday (10:00am-11:00am)

Drop in Pricing • $25
10 Clinic package • $250

* Juniors under 11years old recieve free 'spark' membership & member pricing.

Ages 8-12 (Middle School)

A next step for beginners into the Aspire and Inspire squads. The main focus of these sessions is on developing the necessary hand eye coordination, teaching basics squash techniques and more importantly making it fun for young children looking to take their squash to another level, or stepping on court for the first time.

Day (Time): Monday (4:00pm-5:15pm) & Sunday (10:00am-11:00am)

Drop in Pricing • $35 (Members), $65 (Non-Members)
4 Clinics/month • $133 (Members), $209 (Non-Members)

US Squash rating 2.0-3.0 (High School)

This program focuses on developing squash skills, techniques, movement patterns and squash tactics. This Intermediate Squad is a real platform for keen young squash players that are striving to reach the elite junior level. Although there is a real focus on improving squash skills, there is still the added element of fun and games to keep the young players interested.

Day (Time): Monday (5:15pm - 6:30pm) & Sunday (11:00am - 12:00pm)

Drop in Pricing • $45 (Members), $65 (Non-Members)
4 Clinics/month • $171 (Members), $247 (Non-Members)

US Squash rating 3.2–3.9

This program is for advanced junior players looking to elevate their game. Each session is packed with dynamic routines, themed conditioned games, match practice, and targeted fitness training, all designed to meet the needs of high-level juniors. With a strong emphasis on tactical awareness and mental toughness, the program prepares young athletes to excel both on and off the court.

Day (Time): Monday (5:00pm) & Sunday (11:00am)
Clinic duration: 60 minutes

Drop in Pricing • $45 (Members), $70 (Non-Members)
4 Clinics/month • $171 (Members), $247 (Non-Members)

Junior Match Play

This program focuses on developing squash skills, techniques, movement patterns and squash tactics. This Intermediate Squad is a real platform for keen young squash players that are striving to reach the elite junior level. Although there is a real focus on improving squash skills, there is still the added element of fun and games to keep the young players interested.

Day (Time): Wednesday (5:00pm - 6:00pm)

Drop in Pricing • $20 (Members)

National Squash Academy

(US Squash rating 4.0-Professional level)
The Junior HPP Program is designed for the most aspiring players currently competing at Gold, JCT, and professional levels. The HPP program is the next level in training and incorporates high level tactical sessions, fitness sessions, structured match-play, and personal mentoring with National coaches with college players the HPP athletes mixing in.

If you have any questions in regards to the clinic information, please contact squashpro@ussquash.org
*All packages are non-refundable
* Monthly packages prices are based on the number of classes held per month.