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Wednesday, 22 May 2013

Squash

Lindsey Walters

SportsForce Squash Development Officer

Lindsey is looking forward to working with the squash clubs in the Waikato region, bringing ideas from a grassroots perspective. She is also excited about taking the Microcourt programme to schools and introducing young people to the great game of squash.

Squash Waikato’s mission is ”to promote, foster and develop squash in the greater Waikato region through a coordinated and professional approach.” Their geographical area covers from Huntly and the Corromandel to Matamata and Taumarunui. Please visit the Squash Waikato website at www.squashwaikato.co.nz.

Why Play Squash?

Burn Calories Fast
Playing Squash burns approx. 200 calories in 20 minutes compared to tennis or football at 140 calories per 20 minutes.
Builds Strength and Endurance
Extended rallies and almost constant running builds muscular strength and endurance. Squash provides an impressive cardio respiratory workout. Lunges, twists and turns increase flexibility in the back and abdomen.
Convenient
Squash can be enjoyed no matter what the weather; you only need one other person to play a game, and 30 minutes to 1 hour is all the time you need.
Inexpensive
Equipment required is a racquet, ball and court shoes – all of which can be purchased at a reasonable price. Hiring a court is relatively cheap and Squash Club membership fees are also reasonable.
Competitive
The grading list ensures that when you enter the many inter-club or Tournament competitions you will play people at a similar skill level. The challenge is to improve your grade.

To see all upcoming tournaments and to enter online, go to www.squashwaikato.org.nz

For more information about grading and coaching courses go to www.nzsquash.co.nz

Microcourt Information

Is your school interested in the Squash Microcourt Programme?

The Micro court Programme 2012

THE COURT
The Micro court, built in Perspex, is a portable, scaled down version of a squash court. It comes with lighter, smaller squash racquets and super-bouncy balls and is transported by a custom made trailer. An inside area of at least 5 square metres with a reasonably level floor is required.

WHERE DOES IT GO?
It fits comfortably into a hall or gym.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Squash provides opportunities for children to develop:
? Physical fitness and abilities
? Movement patterns
? Leadership skills
? Motor skills
? Mental well being
? Social relationships and responsibilities

THE MICRO COURT OPERATOR
A qualified coach is supplied for the first half day whereby they will coach the students (and teachers) the basics of squash. The Micro court operator will contact the school mid week to see how they are going.

They will also provide the teachers with a DVD of activities they can take the students through and also teacher notes.

THE COST
For bookings of one week the cost is $150 plus GST.
If you book the court for two weeks the cost is $250 plus GST
If additional weeks are required please contact me for cost

HOW TO BOOK
Complete the booking form and fax or email to Squash Waikato

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact:

Lindsey Walters
SportsForce Development & Coaching Coordinator
Ph: (M) 0275 545014
Email: Lindsey@squashwaikato.co.nz
Fax: 07 839 7765

Events & Courses

After School Programmes

Squash Waikato Junior After School Programmes 2011

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