The Specter Center will host camps geared towards all different types of junior players that will help accelerate every athlete’s development. Campers will be exposed to great coaches and mentors, be challenged physically and mentally, and be put in competitive environments while still having fun. Camps will be hosted in a variety of formats throughout the year and over breaks.
Squash + Inspire
Train in the home of Team USA and then watch them compete against each other for the US National title. Camp will run 1-4 pm and there will be matches each evening as members of Team USA compete for the Men’s and Women’s National titles. This camp is best suited for players with some training and competitive experience. Players under 14 must be supervised after camp ends.
Beginner Squash
This camp is aimed at players early on in their squash careers and those who are brand new to the sport, there is no experience required. The day will consist of on court practice, off court and outdoor activities, and fun squash challenges and games.
Beginner/Intermediate Squash
This camp is aimed at players that range from beginners to players with some competitive experience. The day will consist of on court practice, off court and outdoor activities, and fun squash challenges and games.
Camp with Coach Chris & Team USA & Guest Coaches
Train at the Specter Center and be coached and inspired by members of Team USA and Head National Coach, Ong Beng Hee. Chris Sachvie will direct the camp and have guest coaches from the US National Team come in for sessions to give you their top insights and run you through their favorite sessions on tactics, mental toughness, technical practices, and off court training.
Complete Squash Training
Great squash players all have a mastery of technical skills, tactical awareness, dynamic movement, physical and mental strength, and they’re fit! Our complete squash training camps are designed for players who want to take their game to the next level by practicing each of the components listed above. Players will gain an understanding of how to train by themselves and in groups to work on building their complete squash game.
ALL GIRLS WEEK!
A camp just for the girls! All levels welcome. Guest coaches to be announced! Each day will include a technical and tactical practice component, gameplay, and off court training. We will also include fun warm-ups, off-court workouts and activities. Players will be placed into groups based on levels and each group of players will have a plan tailored to their needs based on their age and stage of development.
College Squash Recruiting Prep Week
Guest Coaches: Hameed Ahmed (Harvard Associate Head Coach), Joe Raho (Tufts Head Coach)
Train with Specter Center Squash Director Chris Sachvie who has 11 years of college squash coaching experience as well as guest coaches and players from College Squash teams. Learn about the college recruiting process and the steps you should be taking to be prepared. Topics covered will include: your first email to coaches, how to narrow down your list, preparing for campus visits, and more! Campers will go home with match video that you can share with your primary coach and college coaches.
Squash and Pre-Season Fitness
This camp is designed to get you ready to sprint into the fall squash season. Camp will include technical and tactical practice sessions and match play each day. Players will also perform tests for their technical skills, fitness, court movement, and strength to get a baseline for the beginning of the season. Coaches will help players develop the skills tested through squash practices and on and off court workouts. Campers will be sent home with match video they can review with their primary coach along with their testing results to help map out a plan for improvement.
