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Squash in Shenzhen

Shenzhen's competitive squash club under Shekou Culture & Sports Park, the rules in a minute, and the tournament to watch.

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Where to play squash in Shenzhen

One real club: Elite Squash, six courts under Shekou Culture & Sports Park. It doesn't publish prices or hours, so ask the club before you go.

Shekou

Elite Squash Club

菁英壁球俱乐部

Shenzhen's main competitive squash club, in the basement of Shekou Culture & Sports Park: a row of glass-backed tournament courts that hosted the 2025 Shenzhen Squash Open, plus a busy junior coaching scheme.

Courts
6 WSF-standard courts incl. glass courts (晶报, Mar 2025)
Floor
B1 of Shekou Culture & Sports Park
Hosted
2025 Shenzhen Squash Open (1–2 Mar 2025, 358 players)
Booking
Ask the club; the park's other venues book via the WeChat mini-programs 南山文体通 / 南山体产
Coaching
Junior squad programme for ages 5–16 and school squash clubs (晶报, Mar 2025); adult coaching not published
Metro
L2 Wanxia · Exit C

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Squash coaching in Shenzhen

Where the venue records mention coaching. Clinic timetables appear here when the coaches post them.

Shekou

Elite Squash Club

Junior squad programme for ages 5–16 and school squash clubs (晶报, Mar 2025); adult coaching not published

Clinic times, levels and the coaches' languages aren't online. Coach squash here? Post the weekly timetable and beginners can pick a session.

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Squash events

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Shenzhen's squash games mostly live in WeChat groups, where newcomers can't see them. These are the formats they usually run in. Host one? Post it and it lands here.

  1. 01Box league

    Groups of four to six players of a similar level play each other over a month; the top of each box moves up.

    Post your box league →
  2. 02Club night

    A block of courts for the evening, with matches rotated so everyone plays several opponents.

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  3. 03Ladder

    Challenge anyone a few places above you. Win and you swap places.

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  4. 04Coaching

    One-to-one or small-group sessions on a single court, usually 45 minutes.

    Post your coaching →

Watch the pros

Big squash events in Shenzhen. Past editions are marked; we list the next one once its dates are announced.

  • 1–2 Mar 2025 (past)

    Shenzhen Squash Open

    Elite Squash Club, Shekou

    The city open drew 358 players. The next edition isn't announced; if it keeps its slot, look for it around March.

Clubs & groups

Clubs we've checked. None publishes a regular drop-in session yet, so message them before you turn up.

+Know a squash group, coach or open-play night?Tell us where and when it meets. We check it and list it here.

What level am I?

Hosts and coaches will ask. Here's a rough guide.

  1. Beginner

    Level: new or coming back

    You can…

    • Hit the front wall from the back of the court
    • Serve legally
    • Rally a few shots without the ball dying

    Start withA lesson with a coach

  2. Intermediate

    Level: club player

    You can…

    • Hit a length drive to the back corners
    • Boast and drop deliberately
    • Return to the T after each shot

    Start withRegular matches with players at your level

  3. Advanced

    Level: competitive

    You can…

    • Volley drop off a hard drive
    • Control a 30-shot rally
    • Play tournament matches

    Start withTournaments like the Shenzhen Squash Open

Squash rules in 60 seconds

Enough to survive your first game. The rest you'll pick up on court.

9.75 × 6.4 m, four walls, the ball stays in
  1. Hit the front wall. Every shot must reach the front wall above the tin (the low strip) and below the out line, before bouncing twice.
  2. Take turns. Players alternate hitting the ball. It can hit any side or back wall on the way to the front.
  3. Serve from a box. One foot in the service box, hit above the service line, landing in the opposite back quarter.
  4. Clear the ball. Get out of your opponent's way after your shot. If you block them, it's a 'let' (replay) or a 'stroke' (their point).
  5. Point-a-rally to 11. Every rally scores. Games to 11, win by 2, best of five.

Gear basics

  • Shoes

    Non-marking indoor court shoes. Most courts won't let you on in black soles.

  • Eyewear

    Protective goggles are cheap and recommended for everyone — a squash ball fits an eye socket.

  • Balls

    Double-yellow-dot balls are the standard but need a lot of heat to bounce; beginners often use a faster single-dot ball.

  • Or order online

    Taobao and JD sell balls, grips and strings. Rackets are worth trying in person first.

Squash in Shenzhen: FAQ

Where can I play squash in Shenzhen?

Elite Squash Club (菁英壁球俱乐部), on B1 of Shekou Culture & Sports Park at Zhaoshang Road East and Houhaibin Road, near Wanxia station (Line 2, exit C). It has six WSF-standard courts, including glass-backed ones. Know another court that's open to the public? Tell us.

How much does squash cost in Shenzhen?

Elite Squash doesn't publish its court prices or opening hours online, so ask the club before you go.

Is there a squash social night or league for foreigners?

We haven't found a current social night, box league or English-speaking squash group. If you run one, tell us and we'll list it.

Are there squash tournaments in Shenzhen?

The Shenzhen Squash Open was held at Elite Squash on 1–2 March 2025 with 358 players. The next edition hasn't been announced.

What do I need to play squash?

Non-marking indoor shoes, a racket and a ball. Protective goggles are recommended.

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