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We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to making squash accessible and affordable for everyone, whatever their background or income. We run two community squash centers in New York City — one next to Bryant Park and one in FiDi — with thirteen courts between them, and a third opens in Williamsburg in 2027.

There is something for every player: clinics, leagues, lessons and tournaments at every level. For juniors, a year-round Junior Academy and summer camps that serve beginners and competitive athletes alike. A core part of the mission is creating opportunities for underserved youth through partnerships with schools and after-school programs, and growing women's and girls' squash.

No. Anyone can become a member, book a court, or come for a tour any time we're open. Non-members can rent a court for 45 minutes outside peak hours; your first intro clinic is free. We do hope you'll join — members get the best rates on everything.

Everyone. Squash is for everyone — all ages, all levels. Never held a racquet? Most people here hadn't either on their first day.

No — we've got you covered. Racquets and goggles are on loan at the desk, balls are available outside the courts or for sale, and both facilities have a pro shop. All you need is comfortable athletic clothing and non-marking indoor shoes.

We have put more than $1 million back into squash since 2020, including our junior scholarship program and need-based financial aid on every membership.

Yes — need-based, income-linked discounts on every plan. Apply on the Financial aid page. If your financial situation improves, please tell us within 30 days so we can reassess.

Memberships are individual, but we discount further memberships for people in the same family living at the same address. Ask at the desk.

Month-to-month memberships can be cancelled any time. Annual plans can be cancelled with written notice at least 30 days before your anniversary date; early termination is at Open Squash's discretion and is usually allowed for relocation or financial hardship.

The lower price is a 12-month plan, billed monthly. The higher price is month to month with no commitment.

Members pay a court fee of $10 off-peak and $25 at peak (Off-Peak and Pay to Play plans; Unlimited pays nothing), split between the players. A member can bring a guest for a guest fee. Non-members can rent a court for 45 minutes outside peak hours, up to twice a month.

Online on your facility's booking site — courts, clinics and round robins — or at the desk. Private lessons are arranged by the desk: tell us your level and when you can play through the lesson request form and we come back with a coach and a time.

The Junior Academy (teams by age and level at both facilities), private and semi-private lessons with any coach, and Match-Play Saturdays to put it all into a game.

Ages 6–19, in groups by age and level, with half-day and full-day options. Camps run in the summer and over school breaks; next summer's dates go up in the spring.

Technical instruction, match play, fitness and games — and not much sitting still. Beginners are welcome: the beginner camps are built for a first summer with a racquet.

Clinics for every level — beginner, progression, intermediate, advanced — plus conditioning, round robins and women's programs. Every clinic lists its level, so you can jump in where you fit.

On your facility's booking site (Ways to play → Book a clinic) or at the desk. Spaces are limited — three or four players to a coach — so book early. Registration opens a week ahead.

Need-based financial aid on adult and junior memberships, Junior Academy tuition and summer camps. Over 20% of our members receive an income-based discount.

Fill in the application on the Financial aid page — a few details, your household income and, if you can, last year's 1040 or recent pay stubs. Applications are reviewed confidentially and we reply promptly.

Financial aid is renewed annually. If your circumstances change, reapply or update your application any time.

Certified professionals with tour and college experience who teach beginners as gladly as tournament players. Meet them on the Team page — and ask for a coach by name on the lesson request form.

Through the lesson request form: tell us your level, what you want to work on and when you can play. A real person at the desk matches you with a coach and comes back to you by email, usually within a working day.