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Monsoon Squash: Why the Rainy Season Is Squash Season in India

When the rains close down outdoor sport, squash is the indoor, all-weather workout that thrives. Here is why monsoon is squash season and the gear to start.

Instasport Admin

12 Jun 2026 • 3 min read

Monsoon squash: the rainy-season sport that thrives indoors

While the monsoon shuts down cricket pitches and turns the roads into a cyclist's nightmare, one sport carries on completely unaffected: squash. Played inside a four-walled, climate-controlled court, squash is intense, weatherproof and one of the best cardio workouts going. If you have been looking for a way to stay fit through the rains, monsoon is the perfect time to take up squash — and the starter gear is refreshingly simple.

Why squash suits the monsoon perfectly

Squash is fully indoor, so rain never cancels a session. A 45-minute game is a serious workout, burning calories fast while improving agility, reflexes and stamina. Courts are increasingly available at clubs and sports complexes across Indian cities, and because you only need a few pieces of equipment, it is an easy sport to start. As the wet weather drives everyone indoors, squash courts become the ideal place to keep training.

The four things a beginner needs

Getting started requires just four items: a racket, a ball, non-marking shoes and protective eyewear.

1. A forgiving beginner racket

Beginners do best with a slightly head-heavy, durable racket that offers a large sweet spot and forgiving power. The Teloon Tour 170 Tornado Composite Squash Racket (₹2,399) is a sensible, affordable first frame built to handle the humidity of Indian courts.

2. The right ball

Ball choice matters more than beginners expect. The faster, higher-bouncing single-dot and intro balls are far easier to rally with than the slow double-yellow-dot competition ball. Start with a Dunlop Intro Single Dot ball (₹378) or a Dunlop Blue Dot Intro ball (₹380) for the longest, most rewarding rallies while you learn.

3. Non-marking court shoes

Squash involves sharp lunges and direction changes, so non-marking indoor court shoes with good lateral grip are essential for both safety and floor protection. The Yonex Blaze-4i Badminton/Squash Shoes (₹2,513) are designed for exactly this kind of indoor court movement.

4. Protective eyewear

This is the one item beginners skip and shouldn't. A squash ball travels fast in an enclosed court, and eye injuries are a genuine risk. A pair of Dunlop D SAC Protect Squash Eyewear (₹2,399) is inexpensive insurance you should never play without.

Get on court this monsoon

With a racket, a ball, court shoes and eye protection, you have everything you need to start playing squash through the rainy season. Find a local court, get a friend who already plays to teach you the basics, and you will have a fast, fun, all-weather workout that laughs in the face of the monsoon.

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Frequently asked questions

Is squash a good sport to play during the monsoon?

Yes. Squash is played entirely indoors on enclosed courts, so rain never cancels a session. It is an intense cardio workout that improves agility and stamina, making it an ideal all-weather sport for the monsoon.

What gear do I need to start playing squash?

You need four things: a beginner-friendly racket, a slower high-bounce ball such as a single-dot or intro ball, non-marking indoor court shoes and protective eyewear. Eye protection is essential because the ball moves fast in an enclosed court.

Which squash ball is best for beginners?

Beginners should use a faster, higher-bouncing ball such as a single-dot or blue-dot intro ball. These stay warm and bounce more easily, giving longer rallies, whereas the slow double-yellow-dot competition ball is hard to keep in play.