About Calder Community Squash
Founded in October 2021 by CEO Aron Harper-Robinson, Calder Community Squash uses squash as a tool for social change. We’ve grown to meet Calderdale’s community needs, delivering diverse projects across the borough and beyond, with strong support from England Squash. Our diverse board of trustees, with lived experience of the challenges we address, guides our work with insight and authenticity.
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Our programmes include sessions for people with disabilities, mental health support, obesity prevention, crime reduction, and reducing isolation in the asylum seeker community. We provide inclusive squash opportunities for Muslim women, girls, and boys. Working with Invictus Wellbeing, we run Healthy Holidays programmes offering enriching activities for children accessing free school meals.
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Community empowerment is central to all we do. We create opportunities for skill-building and growth. Many volunteers have trained and now hold paid roles within the organisation.
What we do
improve health
& Wellbeing
In 2024, Calder Community Squash engaged 500 individuals through our programmes, improving access to sport and physical activity. Our projects focus on enhancing both physical health and mental wellbeing, making a positive impact across the diverse communities we proudly serve.
increase access & inclusion
We use squash to unite people around a shared passion, aiming to build a community without barriers. A place where everyone has equal opportunities to enjoy sport, find positive role models, and take part in enriching activities that leave a lasting impact on their lives.
bringing communities together
Calder Community Squash was born in Calderdale, a rich and vibrant place with diverse and unique communities throughout. We soon realised the important role that sport can play in improving social cohesion. We bring together young people, families, and individuals from all walks of life through our programmes and activities.
Meet Our Team
Aron harper robinson
Founder & CEO
Aron founded Calder Community Squash in 2021 and has taken the organisation from strength to strength. He is deeply committed to inclusivity, working to build a fairer, more representative society and helping people overcome challenges through the power of sport.
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His work focuses on creating opportunities for underrepresented groups, championing equality, and using the power of sport to help individuals build confidence, improve wellbeing, and overcome life’s challenges. Through his tireless efforts, Aron continues to build a more fair, connected, and representative society—one squash session at a time.
Shahreen Zakeer
Community Coach
Shaz is a founding member of our Squash from the Mosque women’s-only programme and a true driving force behind its success. Passionate about empowering women and girls through sport, she has been instrumental in creating a safe, inclusive space where participants can build confidence, form connections, and discover a love for squash. Beyond the court, Shaz plays a key leadership role in our Healthy Holidays initiative, where her creativity and compassion shine. She works tirelessly to deliver fun, meaningful, and memorable experiences for young people across the local community, combining sport, wellbeing, and enrichment activities to support families during school holidays. Whether she’s coaching, mentoring, or simply lending a listening ear, Shaz continues to be a powerful role model and a cornerstone of everything we do.
Haleema Ishaq
Community Coach
Haleema is one of the founding members of our Squash from the Mosque programme and a passionate advocate for inclusion, especially in encouraging more girls to get on court and enjoy the game. Her dedication goes beyond the sport—she’s a true community champion, delivering squash sessions as part of Healthy Holidays programmes and other initiatives across Calderdale. Haleema brings energy, empathy, and experience to every session, making squash more accessible and welcoming for all.