Make room for doubles.
Shared rallies, quick decisions and plenty to talk about afterwards. Social doubles can add another enjoyable way to play squash.
A format worth celebrating
Doubles gives a session a different rhythm: communication, positioning and teamwork become part of every rally. At a mixed-racket venue, it can sit alongside padel as another social choice.
Some groups enjoy recreational doubles on a singles court. This is distinct from regulation doubles, and a singles court is not automatically suitable for every four-player group. Ask an experienced coach and the operator to agree an appropriate format.
Start with the players and the space
- Match ability and pace. Introduce the format with a coach-led briefing.
- Use protective eyewear and select a ball appropriate to ability, temperature and court conditions.
- Agree safe positioning, interference and stopping rules. Stop a rally whenever a shot cannot be played safely.
- Follow operator guidance, including supervision and age restrictions. Do not infer suitability from the number of people who can fit on court.
Small playing area, whole-site thinking
A standard singles squash playing area is 9.75 m by 6.40 m, or 62.4 m². The full installation needs more space for the structure, access, circulation and supporting facilities.
Recreational four-player use does not change those dimensions or establish equivalent capacity, safety or financial returns to a padel court. Compare the complete site plan and the intended format with specialist designers.
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