Squash Club
Welcome to Cardiff University Squash Club! - Friendly, competitive, and open to players of all levels
Whether you’re a seasoned player or picking up a racket for the first time, CU Squash has something for you: socials courts, BUCS & local leagues, coaching, and a buzzing social calendar!
Where and when we play:
Social Courts - Sunday afternoons at Talybont Sports Training Village:
- Beginners' hour: 12:00-13:00 (basic coaching most weeks),
- Social courts: 13:00-15:00 (open to players of all levels)
Team Training - Sunday afternoon/evening at Sports Wales National Centre, Sofia Gardens:
- Weekly group coaching available to Development & Team members. Ask a committee member for the current schedule.
BUCS - Wednesday, played at home (Sports Wales National Centre, Sofia Gardens) or away:
- BUCS is the most recognised competition between university sports clubs across the UK
- We have 2 men's teams and 2 women's teams that compete against other universities every week
Squash Wales Local Leagues:
- We run 3 unisex teams covering advanced, intermediate and novice levels of play, giving an opportunity for everyone to get involved!
- Fixtures are played midweek (usually Tues/Thurs) and are followed by a team meal hosted by the home side.
- (Note: leagues are organised and run separately from the university, so there's a small, pro-rata subs fee so the club can take part in leagues)
Tournaments:
- We enter into external events (Nottingham BUCS Individuals, Winchester Open)
- Open to Development and Team members. Involves weekend trips combining competition and socials.
Socials
Wednesday Night Socials: Themed fancy-dress, team & solo games, best/worst-dressed prizes and club traditions. Most socials finish at YOLO (Students' Union Club, Y Plas).
Sober and low-alcohol socials: coffee catch-ups, Winter Wonderland, and BBQs run throughout the year.
Annual Events: Club day, Christmas dinner, Summer ball, and Varsity vs. Swansea University.
Fundraising
We run charity events (bake sales, charity doubles, Strava challenges). Over the last 3 years, the club has raised almost £1,600 for charities including British Heart Foundation, Mind and Teenage Cancer Trust.
Membership
Choose a membership that fits the experience you are looking for - to socialise, to improve, or to compete:
| Membership |
Social |
Development |
Team |
| Price |
£30 |
£60 |
£105 |
| Wednesday socials |
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✓ |
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| Sunday social courts |
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✓ |
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| Weekly group coaching |
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✓ |
✓ |
| Internal leagues & extra play |
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✓ |
✓ |
| BUCS & local-league eligibility |
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✓ |
| Tournament invites & match travel |
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✓ |
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Social (£30): Perfect if you're here for the social side with some casual play. Includes:
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Wednesday socials, sober socials and club events (club day, Christmas dinner, summer ball),
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Free drop-in Sunday social courts (12:00-15:00) - beginners welcome
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Development (£60): For Students who want friendly coaching and to improve their game. Includes everything in the Social tier, plus:
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Internal club leagues, extra playtime sessions, weekly group coaching with a qualified coach, and invitations to weekend tournament trips.
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Team (£105): For players who want regular competitive play. Includes everything in the Development tier, plus:
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UPGRADES: You can upgrade from Social -> Development -> Team at any time through the membership section below; pay the difference, and the benefits apply immediately!
Refund Policy
Full refund available within 14 days of purchase - please contact the club President and Treasurer.
FAQs
For more information about the Squash Club, including fixtures, socials and committee contact details, please message our Instagram via the attached link or search for our page called 'Cardiff University Squash.'
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