Join any one of the hundreds of squash clubs across Canada who will participate in Squash Day in Canada, a joint effort of Squash Canada and ParticipACTION.
The ParticipACTION 150 Play List encourages Canadians to try 150 activities this year in celebration of our country’s 150th anniversary. Participating in Squash Day in Canada on September 30th will be a great opportunity for Canadians to try a new sport and check off another activity on their personal Play List.
Anyone from 8 to 88+ can reap the benefits of playing squash, and enjoy the fun, fitness and friendship of this great sport. Equipment, court time and instruction will be offered. All are welcome!
Ontario Events
The Westin Ottawa
When: September 25-29
What: All guests and associates of our hotel are welcome to celebrate National Squash Day by taking advantage of our two squash courts, our Gear Lending program and complimentary Squash equipment. Play well this September during your stay at The Westin Ottawa.
Register: Call Olenka Bastian at 613-560-7385.
GoodLife Queensview (Ottawa)
When: September 30th
What: An Open House for juniors!
More information and registration: Email heather.wallace@goodlifefitness.com
Queen’s University (Kingston)
When: September 30th, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
What: the Queen's University Women's Squash Team will be delivering lessons to anyone interested! Cost to register is $5/person.
Register: Sign up at the Spectrum under the Varsity Clubs Section.
YMCA of Central East (Peterborough)
When: September 30th, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
What: The YMCA of Central East Ontario- Balsillie Family Branch Peterborough is hosting a Squash Day in Canada free community event. We invite those interested to come and try the game of squash. Experts will be on hand to assist with tips, technique development as well as provide a demonstration of the game. Equipment available for use.
Register: Email emily_mead@ymca.ca
Ajax Community Centre
When: September 30th, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
What: Join us for a family fun day with refreshments, prizes, free learn to play court times, and play the Pro! More information at ajax.ca
Registration: Email Kevin.smith@ajax.ca
Pickering Squash Club
When: September 24, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
What: Women’s Start on Squash Clinic
Register: Email nicolepirko@gmail.com
When: September 30th
What: Open House Event. More details TBD
Register: Email nicolepirko@gmail.com
Peterborough Squash Club
When: September 30th, 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
What: Open House, Demonstrations, Try-It
Register: Contact Ray Kerslake at ray.kerslake@sympatico.ca or 705-927-1519 or simply drop by!
UNIONVILLE ATHLETIC CLUB (Markham)
When: Saturday September 30th: 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
What: We are offering free court bookings all day for non-members and Learn-To-Play clinics.
Register: Email squash@unionvilleac.com
MAYFAIR LAKESHORE (Toronto)
When: Sunday September 24, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
What: Women’s Start on Squash Clinic
Register: lakeshoresquash@mayfairclubs.com
When: Saturday September 30th, 7am-7pm
What: Come celebrate Squash! Drop-in, arrange a game, come and play club morning, bring the kids, watch Mexico, US and Canada compete in the IMAST event. Women can play in the TDWSA Women’s C/D/E Tournament by registering through info@tdwsa.com.
Mayfair Parkway (Markham)
When: September 24, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
What: Women’s Start on Squash Clinics
Register: Email rbhaloo@mayfairclubs.com
When: September 30th, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
What: Round Robin matches with club members.
Register: Email rbhaloo@mayfairclubs.com
Parkway Health Club (Markham)
When: September 30th, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
What: Urgent Squash Crazed Enthusiast Notification – Open House Squash Day. Full Bar service available along with Pub Grub and loads of fun. Whether you are a squash nut, a social player, or someone just looking to get into learning the game, you would be crazy to miss out on this open house fun day!
Register: esmepearl@sheratonparkway.com
Glendon Athletic Club (Toronto)
When: September 26th, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What: Celebrate Women's Squash Week with Aaron Rodrigues at the Glendon Athletic Club for an evening of introductory squash for women of all ages! Entry is free and equipment is provided.
Register: Email Aaron at arodrigues@glendon.yorku.ca.
GoodLife McCaul (Downtown Toronto)
When: September 30th, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
What: Drop in to meet the squash pro and play some squash!
Register: tmullins@goodlifefitness.com
Walker Family YMCA (St. Catharines)
When: September 30
What: Squash Open House – See it, Try it!
More information: drea5000@gmail.com
Barrie Athletic Club
When: September 30th
What: Play the Pro with world ranked Danielle Letourneau. Win a 5 pack of lessons, eat lunch, and play squash!
Register: jacob@barrieathleticclub.com
Dixie Squash Club (Mississauga) - Men Only
When: September 30th, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (with Continental Breakfast)
What: Open Round Robin play for those arriving with proper gear (Shoes most important). Other introductory sessions, Last Man Standing Single Game Challenges, and prize draws.
Registration: Email DixieSquash@hotmail.com.
GoodLife Club One (Mississauga)
When: September 30th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
What: Drop in to meet the squash pro and play some squash!
Register: Email rgood@goodlifefitness.ca.
Ontario Racquet Club (Mississauga)
When: September 24, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
What: Women’s Start on Squash Clinic
Register: Email squashdept@ontarioracquetclub.com
Georgetown Racquet Club
When: September 30th, 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm
*4:30pm – 5:30pm – Tennis and pickleball demonstrations
*5:30pm – Refreshments
*6:30pm – Curtain Raiser squash match (high ranked local club players)
*7:30pm – Professionals match - Nicholas Sachvie (World #69, Canada #1) versus Cameron Seth (World #213, Canada #13)
Register: Drop by!
BURLINGTON FITNESS & RACQUETS CLUB
When: September 30th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
What: Open House, Free Clinics & See IT, Try It (free guest play)
Register: Email Bfrcsquash@fitnessetc.ca
Elora Racquets & Fitness (Fergus)
When: September 30th, 1:00 pm
What: An afternoon of fun! Bring a friend, talk to a pro, and play in your own game of squash!
Register: Call 519-846-9910 or email info@eloraracquets.com.
Northfield Racquet Club (Waterloo)
When: September 29 – 30
What: Control the T Amateur Open – a competitive, fun, social tournament with exhibition matches to watch! Celebrating Women’s Squash Week and Squash Day in Canada with FREE Exhibition Matches on Friday at 8:00 pm with top Canadian Women Hollie Naughton vs Danielle Letourneau and Saturday at 4:00 pm top Canadian men Albert Shoihet vs Thomas King.
To play in the tournament, please go to this link: http://www.northfieldclub.com/programs.html
MOVATI ATHLETIC LONDON
When: September 30th, 2017, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
What: A certified squash instructor will be on hand to introduce newcomers to the game and our club's squash program.
Register: akhan@the-athletic-club.ca
Country Club Squash & Fitness (Clinton)
When: September 30
What: Open House Squash Event!
Register: Call 519-482-7064
Windsor Squash & Fitness Club
When: October 1st, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
What: Free tasters of squash, doubles and racketball.
Register: Email squash@windsorsquash.ca or call 226-344-1703