Coaching

Elevate Your Game at Northern Squash Club

Our world-class coaching staff is dedicated to helping players of all ages and abilities take their skills to new heights! From nurturing the next generation of junior phenoms to finessing the techniques of seasoned competitors, Northern's certified coaches tailor transformative training for every level.

Junior Development Pathways

For our youngest members, comprehensive Saturday coaching sessions with Richard Vitty lay a strong technical foundation while keeping things fun. Progressive weekday clinics then allow committed juniors to accelerate their development trajectories under Richard's expert guidance.

Adult Training and Private Instruction

Whether you're a beginner picking up a racket for the first time or an open-level player striving for that extra competitive edge, Northern's coaching roster features specialists to elevate every aspect of your game. Bob Aynsley specialises in adult group sessions for beginners and those looking to advance their squash skills. Private and group sessions are available covering topics like strategy, movement, shot-making, conditioning and more.

Take advantage of our coaches' extensive experience competing at high levels regionally and nationally. Book personalised training to fulfil your squash goals!

Explore our talented coaching bios below and feel free to contact them directly with any questions about rates and availability. Start forging your squash mastery today!


Meet the Squash Coaches at Northern

Northern Squash Club has four coaches, each specialising in particular coaching areas.

  • Richard Vitty

    England Squash Level 4 Qualified Coach
    • 40 years coaching experience
    • Coached Juniors from ages 5 to County standard
    • Former Senior County Player
    • Contact Details:
  • Bob Aynsley

    England Squash Coach of the year 2023
    • England Squash Level 2 Qualified Coach
    • I coach individuals and I run group coaching for beginners and improving players
    • 40 years playing experience
    • Current DBS/First Aid/Child Protection
    • Contact Details:
  • Tom Cornell

    England Squash Level 2 Coach
    • I am a Level 2 certified coach. I've been coaching for more than five years, coaching hundreds of kids in that time.
    • County Player from Under 11 to Under 19 level
    • Northumbria Premier League standard player. Currently County racketball champion and 3 time club racketball champion
    • Contact Details:
  • Matthew Thompson

    England Squash Level 2 Qualified Coach
    • Played squash since the age of 7 year old
    • Northern league team player and represented my County at each age group. Previous Junior County Champion
    • Regularly played in National England Squash competitions at each junior age group
    • Contact Details:
  • John Thompson

    England Squash Level 2 Qualified Coach
    • Played squash since the age of 7 year old
    • Northern league team player and represented my County at each age group, Previous Junior County Champion
    • Regularly played in National England Squash competitions at each junior age group
    • Northern Junior Player of the Year in 2019
    • Contact Details: