StreetSquash, located in Harlem, New York, is a comprehensive youth enrichment program offering academic tutoring alongside squash instruction for young people ages 11 to 24. Founded in 1999 by George Polsky, StreetSquash has grown to serve hundreds of students from 6th grade through college graduation and into the workforce. With a focus on consistent, long-term support, its mission is to help students realize their academic, athletic, and personal potential while building healthy habits and leadership skills.

StreetSquash’s tutoring services center on individualized academic support, homework help, the development of study skills, and college access programming. Students commit to regular sessions four days per week, facilitated by experienced academic directors and partnered tutors who monitor progress and engage directly with participants. The program integrates SAT prep, literacy enrichment, and mentorship, ensuring a holistic approach to student learning.

Credibility is reflected in StreetSquash’s impressive outcomes: 100% of participants graduate from high school and 97% matriculate to college or post-secondary programs, significantly surpassing city averages. The organization values resilience, engagement, accountability, connection, and health, encapsulated in its REACH program philosophy.

StreetSquash welcomes students seeking dedicated, supportive tutoring services in a dynamic, values-driven environment.