A Harlem youth enrichment program that combines squash coaching with tutoring, mentoring, community service and college preparation. Young people ages 11 and up train on the courts and get long-term academic support.
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School-year and summer programs
Nonprofit program; contact for enrollment
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Ages 11–17.
Nonprofit program; contact for enrollment
School-year and summer programs
40 West 116th Street, 10026, in Harlem, Manhattan.
Yes. StreetSquash is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by StreetSquash: streetsquash.org, or call (212) 289-4838.
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