Looking for an innovative and developmentally appropriate program that introduces primary school-aged children to the fundamental and physical elements of squash? Look no further than Squash Stars!
This engaging game-based Squash Australia program, adapted for the school setting, is designed to be fun and inclusive for children in years 3-6.
Developed in collaboration with ACHPER (SA) to develop physical literacy, fundamental movement and squash-related skills, Squash Stars is delivered in line with core curriculum outcomes and requirements.
With a network of experienced and enthusiastic Squash Stars coaches available to deliver programs across Australia, as well as resources available to facilitate teacher-delivered programs, Squash Stars is the perfect way to introduce children to the exciting world of squash.
Teacher Delivered: Star-ter
Ideal for first-time Squash Stars programs. Squash Australia will provide resources and training opportunities for a teacher to deliver Squash Stars within your school.
Cost: $1,535.00 per term (inc. GST)
Includes:
- Equipment Pack (30 x modified racquets, 4 x dozen low compression balls, 1 x bag)
- Rebound Wall
- Resource Pack access (Term)
- Squash Stars Course
- Booking Fee
Teacher Delivered: All-star
Ideal for returning Squash Stars programs. Squash Australia will provide resources and training opportunities for a teacher to deliver a Squash Stars within your school.
$385 per term (inc. GST)
Includes:
- Resource Pack access (Term)
- Squash Stars Course
- Booking Fee
Provider/Leader Delivered: All-star
Teachers will be able to organise an endorsed Squash Stars Provider or Leader to deliver a Squash Stars program within your school.
Cost: Invoice from Provider/Leader
Includes:
- Trained Provider/Leader to deliver a quality experience that supports the developmental needs of students
- Provider/Leader may provide equipment however, it is recommended that schools purchase their own Squash Stars Equipment pack
Equipment
Squash Stars Equipment Pack (30 x modified racquets, 4 x dozen low compression balls, 1 x bag) | $600 (inc. GST) |
| Squash Stars Rebound Wall | $550 (inc. GST) |
Squash Stars Low Compression Balls 12 Pack | $40 (inc. GST) |
Squash Stars Printed Resource Pack | $160 (inc. GST) |
| Squash Stars Rackets 5 Pack | $60 (inc. GST) |
Please send an email to participation@squashaus.com.au to order equipment for your school today.
Teachers
To deliver Squash as a teacher in primary schools, you need to meet the requirements below:
- Hold a valid state and/or territory teacher registration
- Be employed at the school
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Complete Squash Stars Program course
Coaches
To deliver Squash as a coach, you need to meet the below requirements -
- Registered in OfficialsHQ as a coach and connected to a provider, SSO or NSO
- Be aged 16 years or over
- Hold a current Working with Children Check (paid check) or relevant exemption
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Agree to Coach terms and conditions
To deliver on behalf of Squash Australia, coaches need to:
- Be connected to an endorsed provider or Squash Australia in OfficialsHQ
- Hold a valid Squash Australia membership through an affiliated organisation.
- Complete Squash Stars Program course
Coaching Providers
To deliver Squash as a provider organisation, you need to meet the below requirements -
- Registered as a provider in OfficialsHQ
- Hold a valid ABN or declare ABN exempt
- Confirm adequacy of insurance
- Agree to Provider Guidelines and Provider organisation terms and conditions
- Meet safety assessment (as determined by the NSO)
To be an endorsed provider for Squash Stars and deliver on behalf of Squash Australia, providers must also meet the requirements below:
- Agree to Memorandum of Understanding with Squash Australia
- Provide program content to be delivered in schools
- Details of age and developmentally appropriate equipment to support program delivery
- Complete Squash Stars Program course
NOTE: All coaches that deliver under any provider must be registered and meet coach registration minimum requirements.
Squash Australia Resources
Squash Stars Printed Resource Pack (printed lesson plans, games, activities and assessments) - $160 (plus GST)
Squash Stars Digital Resource Pack - Free for Teacher Delivered or Endorsed Provider/Leader Squash Stars programs
Squash Australia
Contact: Sport Development Coordinator
Email: participation@squashaus.com.au
Phone: 1300 287 778 274 (1300 AUS SQUASH)