Squash

HCNY Athletics boasts one of the city’s premier squash programs, with an exceptional community of squash pros, 4 International and 3 American squash courts, lessons, tournaments and a well stocked Pro Shop.

Squash Lessons

Private or semi-private lessons are available with our Pro team, led by U.S. National Squash Team Captain Richard Chin.

Weekend lessons available with this former Women’s world top 20 and world junior champion, Habiba Mohamed.

Partner Matching

looking for a playing partner of a comparable level. Email squash@hcny.com letting us know day(s) and times(s) you are looking and we will find you a game. The more notice the better, but we often set up games the same day.

Citywide Interclub Squash League

Begins November through mid-April with weekly matches at home or away for players 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5 and 6.0 and Women’s A, B and C.

Annual Self-Scheduling Club Tournament

All squash-playing members from beginners to advance are invited to play in draws with others of a comparable level. Self-scheduling matches start in Dec. culminating in a mid-April All Finals Night where all the finals are played with members cheering while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and drinks.

For inquiries, email Squash@hcny.com.

Please note: Protective eyewear is mandatory for play on the Club’s courts!

OPERATING HOURS

Monday – Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM*
Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM*
*The Fitness Center, excluding the weight room areas, opens at 5:00 AM Monday-Sunday. Staff is not present until 6:00 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM on weekends.

The Athletic facilities will close at 9:00 PM on Fridays from Independence Day to Labor Day inclusive.
Holiday hours will be updated on the website and throughout the Clubhouse.
Basket Rooms are locked 30 minutes after closing.

Court FEES

International Squash: $20 per player
American Hardball: $15 per player
Pickleball: $15 per player
Ping Pong: $15 per player
Guest Court Fees: $20 per guest
Guests incur both guest and court fees*

-Unlimited Squash Package-
$1200 Per Year, Billed Annually ($300 Quarterly)

All members and their guests are required to sign-in at the 6th floor Reception Desk or the 7th floor Pro Shop Desk prior to using the fitness facility or playing a Squash game.

Squash Table of Fees | Facility Rules | Athletics Calendar

Private & Semi-Private Lessons House Rule IX League Teams Tournaments Self-Scheduling Squash Tournament Junior Squash Professional Exhibitions & Tournaments

Private & Semi-Private Lessons

Learn and improve the fundamentals of the game with a workout that’s all encompassing and enjoyable. HCNY Athletic’s Squash Professionals are available on both weekdays and weekends to players of all levels and ages. Either private or semi-private lessons are also available.

To schedule a consultation or lesson, please contact the Squash Professionals at squash@hcny.com or 212-827-1265, 267.

HCNY House Rule IX – Children Use of HCNY

HCNY House Rule IX – Children Use of HCNY Members’ children under the age of 18 years may utilize the Club only under the supervision of a related adult member or, when the child is participating in a Club function that an employee of the Club is conducting, under the attention of such employee. Children under the age of 10 years may not utilize the Club at any time except under the constant active supervision of a related member or such related member’s surrogate (i.e. caregiver). Children are expected to behave in a manner consistent with the Club’s decorum.

League Teams

Play on one of the Club’s league teams (Men’s 5.5, 5.0, 4.5, 4.0; Women’s 5.0 and 4.0) in the Metropolitan Squash Racquets Association (MSRA) citywide league from November to March. We have weekly home and away matches against other clubs in the area.

Tournaments

HCNY Athletics organizes approximately five tournaments a year with other local clubs. Draws are for players of all levels.

Self-Scheduling Squash Tournament

The Self-Scheduling Squash Tournament runs from January through May and is open to all, regardless of level or age. Members play in draws with players of similar skill at mutually convenient times. The tournament concludes with an Annual All Finals Night and Squash Reception.

Junior Squash

Private, semi-private, match play, off-court fitness training and clinics are available for juniors ages 8 to 18.

Professional Exhibitions & Tournaments

Throughout the year, the world’s top squash players participate in exhibition matches on the HCNY Athletics courts. These include the qualification draws for the Tournament of Champions, one of the top events on the world professional squash calendar.