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Welcome to Squash from the Mosque!
About this course
Want to use squash to connect with Muslim communities in a meaningful and culturally respectful way? This course gives you the confidence, knowledge, and practical tools to deliver engaging squash sessions in and around mosques and community settings. Developed with input from faith and community leaders, it helps you understand key considerations around space, culture, and communication, so you can deliver sessions that truly resonate and build lasting relationships.
What you'll learn
In this course you’ll cover the following:
- Tips on building relationships with local mosque leaders and community groups.
- How to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all participants.
- How to adapt your approach to engage Muslim communities and be culturally sensitive.
- Practical strategies for delivering inclusive squash sessions in faith-based settings.
What can I do with this course?
Upon completion of this short course, you’ll be ready to run a Squash from the Mosque programme and bring squash to new communities.
❗️Pre-requisites
To enrol on this course you’ll need to:
- Completed the Game Changer e-learning course
- Hold an in-date Safeguarding in squash e-learning certificate*
- Hold an in-date First aid awareness e-learning certificate*
- Have an England Squash enhanced DBS check dated within the last 3 years (required for insurance purposes on course completion)
*If you completed a safeguarding or first aid qualification before 30 July 2025, it will remain valid until its original expiry date.
How to get started
If you’ve not already done so, complete the pre-requisites. Then, simply click on the ‘start course’ button when you’re ready to begin!
Reasonable adjustments
We want everyone to feel welcome and able to take part fully. If there’s anything we can do to make your experience easier or more comfortable, let us know using our quick reasonable adjustments form: reasonable adjustments request form. Our policy can be found below.
Frequently asked questions
Once you’ve completed this course, as long as you have your enhanced DBS, safeguarding certificate and first aid, you can start leading activities at your local mosque or in your own setting for muslim communities of any age.
If you don’t already hold an enhanced DBS you will need to start the application process by completing the following form: DBS application form
