Squash
Court bookings
Our 5 glass backed courts are available in 45-minute slots from 7am to 10pm Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm on the weekend
- Located at the Sports Centre, West Cambridge
Members:
Book via the CamUniSport app.
Non-members:
- Sign up for our free Pay As You Train Membership
- Download the CamUniSport app
- Pay as you go for courts, coaching and open play sessions
Court pricing
| Booking type | Price |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Sport or Squash Member (14-day advance booking) | Free |
| University of Cambridge Student (PAYT Member) | £7.50 per hour |
| Staff, Alumni, Students (Other Institutions) PAYT member | £9 per hour |
| Community / Non-member (PAYT Member) | £10 per hour |
| Racket hire | Free |
| Squash ball | £4 |
| Racketball ball | £5 |
| Grip | £3.50 |
- Members can bring a guest for just £2. Please pay on arrival to reception when signing in.
Cancellations
Members can cancel via My Bookings on the CamUniSport app.
Pay As You Train members, please call the reception team on 01223 336580 to cancel.
- More than 2 hours before your booking: you'll get a credit for a future booking
- Within 2 hours of your booking: the booking is non-refundable
Squash & Fives Membership
Enjoy free courts and advance bookings, designed for regular players who want more time on court.
Discover more member benefits here.
Group Coaching
Open to members and non-members, our 5-week squash courses help you build skills and confidence on court.
Intro to Squash - Beginner Programme
New to squash? Start here. This friendly, social programme takes you from zero to confidently playing your first recreational matches, no experience needed.
You'll cover the fundamentals: grip, swing, movement, rules, and scoring, all in a welcoming group environment designed to build confidence from week one.
What's included:
- 5 weekly sessions (45 minutes each)
- Small groups, max. 3 players per court
- Coaching from qualified instructor Diego Pita
- Informal progress feedback and a clear pathway to your next steps
Build your game - Intermediate Programme
Already played a bit of squash but want to play smarter? This programme is designed for players with some experience who are ready to develop their shot selection, movement efficiency, and match tactics.
Each session follows a structured weekly theme, from movement and recovery through to attacking play, giving you a clear path of progression. The programme feeds directly into box leagues and individual coaching and club play.
What's included:
- 5 weekly sessions (45 minutes each)
- Focused weekly themes with coach feedback every session
- Conditioned games and match scenarios
- Links to SquashLevels for optional rating progression
How to book
- Pricing: £50 for 5-weeks
- Booking: Check availability on the CamUniSport app, or search "padel coaching" in the activity finder.
- Bookable 7 days in advance.
Personalised 1-to-1 coaching
Whether you're picking up a racket for the first time or looking to sharpen your game, our squash coaches offer 1-to-1 sessions tailored to your goals; building the skills, confidence, and tactics to help you improve.
Coach profiles and contact details
Alistair is a passionate and highly experienced Squash coach with over 40 years of continuous involvement in the game and is respected within Cambridgeshire for his dedication, professionalism and ability to inspire enthusiasm for the sport.
As an England Level 2 Squash qualified coach, Alistair brings a strong record of developing players of all ages and abilities blending technique, match play and most importantly enjoyment.
Alistair has played for the county and has also played number 1 for Cambridge Squash Club competing at the highest level in the Cambridgeshire leagues for the past 15-20 years.
Available for:
- Individual and pairs coaching
- Technique & movement development
- Positioning and Court Awareness
- Corporate and Club Initiatives
How to book:
- Pricing: Adults or juniors £34 for 45 minutes
- Get in touch with Alistair about coaching
Diego is a dedicated young squash coach and rising talent on the professional circuit. Originally from Portugal and now based in England, Diego joined the PSA Tour in 2024 and already holds a career-high world ranking of No. 550 in the PSA rankings.
Deigo brings energy, up-to-date competitive experience and a passion for developing players of all levels. Diego’s coaching focuses on strong fundamentals, tactical awareness and helping players build confidence on court — whether you’re just starting out or aiming to compete.
Diego has represented his country with distinction, contributing to Portugal’s success in European competition, and continues to compete regularly in PSA events and tournaments across the UK and Europe.
Available for:
Individual coaching
Technique & movement development
Match play strategy
Club & junior programmes
How to book:
- Pricing: Adults or juniors £26 for 45 minutes.
- Get in touch with Diego about coaching.
Squash and racketball open
No partner? No problem. Drop in on Mondays and get matched with other players for a fun, social game of squash or racketball, a great way to meet new people and play*.
*If you're completely new to squash, we'd recommend starting with our group coaching sessions first, a great way to build confidence and pick up the basics before jumping in.
- When: Mondays, Squash at 5:30pm to 6:15pm, Racketball 6:15pm to 7pm
- Pricing: Free for Cambridge Sport and Squash & Fives members, or £5 for non-members via Pay As You Train.
- Booking: Check availability on the CamUniSport app.
- Bookable 7 days in advance.
More ways to get involved and FAQ's
Email james.powley@sport.cam.ac.uk to find out more.
Racketball uses a shorter racquet with a larger head and a bouncier, larger hollow rubber ball, making it easier for beginners to pick up and start a rally.
We host racketball open sessions on Monday evenings, 6:15pm to 7pm. Book via the CamUniSport app.