Squash – A Sport with Class. Learn Its History and Why You Should Try It

A Brief History of Squash

Beginnings in England – squash was born in elite British schools (including Harrow School) around 1830, when students noticed that the ball "squashes" (flattens) when hitting the wall – hence the name.

• Development of the discipline – over time, squash gained popularity in sports clubs around the world, especially in English-speaking countries.

• International recognition – in the 20th century, the first federations were established (e.g., World Squash Federation), and squash became a professional sport.

• Little space, lots of action – you only need a small court to play, and the intensity and pace are really high.

• Sport for busy people – perfect for a quick, effective workout after work – 30 minutes is enough to get properly tired!

• Accessibility – simple rules, easy to learn at an amateur level, yet with enormous tactical depth.

• Squash in numbers (for trivia fans): Over 20 million players worldwide. In a professional match, a player can run up to 5 km in 45 minutes. A squash ball can reach speeds of up to 270 km/h!

Why play squash at Muszynova? Modern courts with excellent lighting and ventilation. Opportunity for recreational play or signing up for lessons with an instructor. Rackets and balls available on-site – come, play, fall in love!