Testimonials
“Training in the Cayman Islands was a great way to keep my game in top form while also enjoying vacation with my family. Mark provided excellent coaching to help improve my game and the facilities at the club were very nice. The Caymans were the ideal destination for me and my family and I wouldn’t hesitate to return there to train and enjoy the island again.”
Sophie Mehta, Harvard University
“Mark is a fantastic coach! His wealth of knowledge and experience with the game shows in the valuable and insightful feedback he gives. My family visited the Cayman Islands in December of 2015 and my sister (also a competitive squash player) and I loved hitting with Mark every morning. Mark pushed us both to improve our games from a technical, tactical and physical standpoint, which was exactly what we needed to prepare for the upcoming college squash season. Mark also organized practice matches for us and really focused our training on what we needed to improve. The combination of great training and being in the Cayman Islands (which has extremely beautiful beaches and great restaurants!) made our vacation experience very memorable. I would without a doubt recommend visiting the Cayman Islands and working with Mark.”
Alyssa Mehta, Harvard University
“I enjoyed my squash with Mark Chaloner as much as the stingray enjoyed taking the squid out of my hand in Stingray City”!
Lily Seckendorf, NYC
We arrived in the Cayman Islands with no idea of what to expect after another friend recommended Mark. Our girls received superior instruction with Mark with an emphasis on stroke production, variable shots, and movement. Overall, Mark was fun and provided excellent instruction. The girls looked forward to their lessons and liked his personality. This is a BIG plus. He is a lovely individual who cares, is timely, and has a wealth of knowledge. On a less squash note, Grand Cayman Island has wonderful food and beach experiences – stingray city, turtles, snorkeling, and beautiful beaches. The atmosphere was relaxed and safe. There was no obvious poverty or begging. This provided a superior experience with a combination of squash and water sports. We will be back as soon as possible.
The Seckendorf Family, NYC
Mark is the man! Spent a week in the Cayman’s with my family to vacation and worked with Mark to tune up my game several times over the course of the week. Great to get away to such a fantastic vacation spot – one if the nicest beaches I’ve ever been – and still kept my game up. Then went back the next summer for an intensive training program. Mark gave me a full schedule of court work, track work, beep tests, yoga, massage, whirlpool and, of course, lots if squash. Also filled the days with fun like pool, beach, paddle-boarding, swimming with stingrays, movies, and great meals. I trained my butt off and arrived home fitter than i have ever been. Awesome trip!
Dylan Murray – USA U/19 #1, Bronxville NY
Our family recently visited Grand Cayman, and my son Jacob and I spent our mornings at the South Sound squash courts, drilling and playing with Mark. We play at different levels, but Mark managed to find drills and games that challenged both of us. And when my daughter joined us, he worked her in too. Mark’s energy is boundless, and we always came off the court very tired. It was incredibly fun and a perfect way to get exercise before spending the afternoons snorkeling and relaxing on the beautiful beaches. For people who like to play tennis too, it’s even more perfect, as there is a very nice tennis club right next door to the squash club, where my wife and daughter played each morning. We definitely plan to go again.
Ellen family, New York City
I was lucky enough to visit Mark in Grand Cayman for a week of squash and sun. The Island was very beautiful and the training was intense, but Mark made it fun and in the end he produced amazing results in my squash and overall fitness, which was fantastic. The whole experience was spectacular.
Max Weinik, Baltimore MD
We visited Grand Cayman a few months back and had the most amazing trip, particularly by adding squash with Mark Chaloner into our vacation itinerary. I was uncertain about what to expect, but found Mark’s contact info and sent him an email. He was a breeze to coordinate with and when we arrived at the squash club, I was blown away – first, by the facility and amenities at the South Sound Squash Club, and second by the way Mark was able to provide world-class coaching with friendly encouragement, while putting me through the paces of a great workout that made me feel much better about next setting of on a leisurely day-trip around the island. Mark told us all about the best spots to not miss, and saved us a lot of time. From the best beach spots to fantastic restaurants, every suggestion turned into the top highlights of our trip. When we return to Grand Cayman, we’ll build our vacation around squash and activities that Mark provides. Thanks a million for a vacation we will never forget!
Tyeson and Melissa – Phoenix, Arizona