Squash

The Cambridge Athletic Club is only public squash club in Cambridge and is regarded as one of the premier squash venues in the Boston area.  The club boasts three international squash courts, a well-organized squash program, and the best squash pros in the area...making it the place to play!

The program features very active intermediate and beginner ladders and attracts many highly ranked players in the region.  The squash program includes:  round-robins, box ladders, challenge ladders, leagues, beginner clinics, and private squash lessons.

It’s really easy to get started!  Contact the Naji Khan, our Squash Program Director to get you level-rating.  Once you obtain a level-rating you will be directed to the appropriate programs.  And, if you prefer, he will forward you a list of players (at the same level) that you can contact.

Round-Robins:

Players have the opportunity to participate in organized, competitive round-robins that are held on designated nights each week.  The club reserves courts and organizes the event so all players need to do is come play.  The round-robins, which are managed by one of our squash pros, prove to be a great opportunity to get a level-rating from the squash pro and to meet other members that play at the same level.  It also provides a great opportunity to further discuss some of the other squash programs at the club with our squash pro.  The round-robins schedule is updated each season to meet the demands of the squash membership.   

 "Summer" Round-Robins Schedule

Monday:  

             6:45-8:15pm [intermediate] 

Wednesday: 

             7:30-9:00pm [beginner] 

Thursday: 

             6:45-8:15pm [advanced]

Friday: 

             6:00-7:30pm [advanced-beginner]

Each round-robin is limited to the first 10-participants on a first-come-first-serve basis.  New members, beginners, and advanced players are required to register with Naji Khan, the Squash Program Director.

Boxed Ladder:

The Box Ladder is monthly competition that is made-up of several different player brackets in which all the players (at their respective playing levels) play each other.  The overall winner of each bracket will move-up to the next level bracket.  The person who finished last in their respective bracket will move down to a lower bracket.  Needless to say, it’s a great way to find playing partners.

Challenge Ladder:

The Challenge Ladder is a competitive ranking system where players are ranked (by the squash pro) and posted on the Challenge Ladder.  To climb the ladder, players must challenge and beat players that are listed above them.  The sign-up is located on the Squash Bulletin Board.

Leagues:

The club fields a number of teams in the Massachusetts Squash league each year.  The members of C.A.C. have captured the state team championship numerous times.  During the past winter season we had men’s 4.5, men’s 3.5 and women’s 2.5 teams entered in the league. 

The co-ed summer squash league started on June 16th.  If you're interested in signing-up for the CAC team contact the Squash Program Director.

Beginner Clinics:

The Beginner Squash Clinic take place twice each month with one of our squash pros.  They are free of charge.  They are designed for individuals who have little or no squash playing experience.  Instruction includes a basic introduction to the rules, scoring, strokes, serve, serve return, strategy, and more.  It is also a great opportunity to meet members at a similar playing level. 

The next Beginner Squash Clinc is scheduled on Tuesday, August 10th (6:45-8:15pm).  Each session is limited to 4-participants.  Contact the Squash Program Director to sign-up.

Private Squash Lessons:

Niamat Khan, the head squash pro, is available for private lessons.  Please contact Niamat directly for more information.

Court Reservations:

Members can reserve courts up to three (3) days in advance at the Front Desk.  Each reservation must include two members to secure a court reservation. Court reservations are restricted to Gold members only - both players must be Gold members to reserve a court.  Players that are not Gold can use the courts (for a fee) on a drop-in basis.

Racquet Rental:

$2 per racquet.  A valid photo ID (which will be held at the Front Desk) is required to rent a racquet.

Racquet Re-stringing:

$40 per racquet.  Racquets are re-strung within 48-hours from pick-up.  Please contact the Squash Program Director for more information.

Our Squash Pro:

Niamat Khan comes from a long-line of distinguished squash players comprising of the world famous 'Khan Dynasty of Squash'.  Niamat has been teaching for more than 20 years.  He devotes much of his time to teaching beginners, coaching advanced players and developing programs.  He has served as the Head Squash Professional at the Back Bay Racquet Club, Harvard Club of Boston, and the Boston Sports Clubs.  He is also a coach at the Belmont Hill High School.

Squash Program Contacts: 

Naji Khan, Squash Program Director
squashpro@yahoo.com
617.821.8080
 
Niamat Khan, Club Squash Pro
squashlessons@yahoo.com
617.359.2255

Harold Helson, Boxed Ladder Coordinator
cac@haroldhelson.com
781.643.1030

Front Desk @ CAC
Squash Court Reservations
617.491.8989