Squash Coach
email
Derek@squash-coach.co.uk
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Derek Thorpe
Is an experienced
coach and successful squash player. who has won more than 20 club
championships in Hertfordshire, County Champion, British Champion and
England Captain. In 2004 he played for the winning Herts County team in the
National Championships. In 2004 and 2008 he won the
GB Vets Championships.
Players of all abilities are welcome
from beginner to international, junior to vintage. Using his extensive
experience, Derek will assess your game quickly and help plan your
improvement programme.
Stop Press...
Peter Nicol Exhibition Match - Former World Champion
vs
Tom Richards ranked 53 in the
World. Squash Coaching, Auction &
Clinic
Sat. 25th Oct at Radlett. Click
HERE for
pics & report.
Derek won the
2008 Veterans of GB Championship.
Photos and Report .
Learn How to Play
Squash
If you would like to improve your squash, gain
new skills, or even try out squash for the first time, call Derek
for
a lesson.
Derek coaches squash at Radlett,
Watford, Borehamwood, Hatfield Sports Village and David Lloyd/Next
Generation, Mill Hill, Stevenage, Northwood Riverside esporta, Dunstable and other clubs
throughout Hertfordshire, Essex, Beds and London / Middlesex.
Racketball
Racketball is the fastest growing racket sport. Played
on normal squash courts. Come along and give it a try. A great sport to
learn this summer for adults and children. Click
HERE
for details.
Olympic Squash
Squash has been included on the shortlist of sports
for the 2016 Olympic Games. click
HERE for report.
Typical Coaching Activities
Individual or Group sessions include
- Initial Assessment
- Understanding the rules
- Movement and footwork
- Techniques of hitting the ball
- Individual Shot Practices
and Pressure Sessions - Develop good timing
- Match Play - tactics and strategy
- Fitness and training
- Psychology
- Development Plans
Gift Vouchers
Buy a 3, 5 or 10 squash lesson gift for your partner. Simply request a
voucher by email or call
07887 560601.
Beginner's Lessons
It will only take the average person 4
lessons with squash coach Derek, from absolute beginner, to be able to take part in their Club
League, and be capable of playing matches against others.
| Want to Improve
your Squash or Racketball Skills? Ask your playing friends if they know of any good coaches. They may have been taking regular or occasional lessons and have some names to share with you. Get names and contact information for local pros from the England Squash website. If you can't find the pros listed there for your area, look at the listing for courts or clubs and then contact them to ask about their resident coaches. Play tournaments and see whether any of the top players are teaching pros. They may not want to talk to you during competition, but they would probably be glad to talk between matches. If they aren't teaching pros themselves, they may be able to refer you to some good local coaches. Attend squash/racketball camps or clinics. These intensive sessions, usually held over a few days, can help you quickly improve your game, and the professional staff will usually have multiple coaches on staff to provide a good teacher/student ratio. That way, you can meet several coaches at one time, as well as a group of fellow students who may have coaches to recommend. Take a single lesson. When you do find some prospective coaches, you might begin by taking a single lesson from each of them, and evaluating which one seemed most enjoyable. Take a series of lessons. The final evaluation of whether a coach is right for you can only come after you take a series of lessons from one coach, and then look at the improvements in your game over time. It is rare to be able to make significant changes in only one lesson, so be patient before you ask yourself whether your coach is helping your game. You should be following your coach's instructions between lessons, as well, so that you consolidate what you learn during your lessons. If you're playing better after three months, congratulations to you, your coach, and your partnership! |
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| RADAR GUN CHALLENGE: John White confirmed his credentials as the game's hardest-hitter in 2005 when a ball struck by his racket was clocked at 172 mph - a world record which has yet to be surpassed! (The attempt was made following revelations that Andy Roddick had established a record of 150mph in tennis!). (Radar Gun Top Speeds 2008: Willstrop 127mph, Beachill 122, Pilley 120, Walker 108) |
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| Training Camps If you would like to join 1/2 day or whole day training sessions, read more HERE Courses England Squash Licenced Squash Coach and CRB checked.
email
Derek@squash-coach.co.uk
Squash Tips
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BBC Beginner's guide to squash |
About Derek
Vets of GB Champion 2008 and 2004 - England Team Captain - National Inter-County Champion 2004
British Champion 1998 - Club Champion 14 times - County Champion 6 times
Guinness Book of Records - Squash Marathon 54.75 hours!!
Squash Coach for over 20 years and Qualified Squash referee
