Get the most from your training sessions at Premier Performance Squash

How many participants attend each session?

The sessions have a maximum of 16 participants. We split the participants into like-level groups, based on ability. The groups work through three general sessions, focusing on technique, gamesmanship, and fitness.

How many coaches will attend each session?

Karim Darwish will be lead coach for the session.

The coach-to-participant ratio in each group will ensure intensive training for everybody. Each group will have one head squash coaches, at least two currently-playing professionals, and a number of assistant coaches - based on the size of the training session. Our team is well knowledgeable not about squash, but also fitness, sports psychologist, nutrition.

How grueling will it be?

The focus is squash. We will be on court for a over twelve hours over three days. Our team has years of experience working with different level trainees - and will tailor the session based on the groups ability and goals. You will also benefit from professional fitness sessions, classroom sessions focused on studying theoretical game tactics, and exhibition play with a Q&A session. We set up this well-rounded program to give you intense training on and off the court that you can carry with you long after you leave us.

Is it all just squash?

We all need down time to rest and relax. Once the participants arrive, we plan down-time activities, based on the group's preferences - including, but not limited to hiking, fishing, swimming at the campus pool, intramural style sports, golfing at the Whitetail Golf Resort, or just staying in to watch a movie.

What should the campers bring with them to camp?

• PPSquash will provide bedding kit (linen, pillow, blanket), wash cloth and towels. Please bring your own if you prefer.
• Squash clothes - you can never have too much
• squash equipment: squash shoes, eye guards, squash racquets (minimum of two)
• Running shoes
• Bathing suit
• Comfortable clothes for night activities
• Our Facilitities

How many courts does the Davenport Center have ?

Mercersburg Academy's Davenport Center has 10 fantastic ASB courts. They were built in 2004 and have been maintained beautifully.

Is the facility air-conditioned?

The center is completely temperature controlled.

Where do the campers eat and sleep?

PPS will house the participants at one of the Mercersburg Academy student housing buildings. All seven dorms on campus have been recently renovated and offer comfortable, modern living complete with air conditioning, carpeted hallways, and tilted bathrooms with privacy shower areas.

All meals will be served in the dining hall or squash courts. We will provide additional nourishment and drinks throughout the training sessions. Delivery services are available from local pizza shops and delicatessens.

Anything Else?

Please note we are guest at the facility we host our sessions at. We must abide by all rules of the facility. In additon, we ask you do not smoke or drink alcohol while at the session.

How to get to The Mercersburg Academy?

Directions to Mercersburg, PA can be found at http://www.mercersburg.edu

We arrange a Shared Ride service from points in Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York City. Please contact us to find out the details.