Now until December

 

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School Day Academy A unique daytime training for athletes with high volleyball goals—designed for those driven to push their limits and excel. Register Private Lessons Tailored to your needs, these sessions allow up to six athletes to choose the focus and coach for personalized growth. Register Standing Serving or Basic Serve Learn the fundamentals of a standing serve—perfect for those just starting their volleyball journey. Register Jump Serving or Advanced Serve Take your serving to new heights with jump serves, focusing on power and precision. Register Basic Hitting Build consistency in your hitting—ideal for athletes still working on footwork and arm swing. Register Advanced Hitting Fine-tune your skills for stronger, more consistent hits, perfecting both footwork and arm swing. Register First Contact Master the skills needed to handle the ball when it first crosses the net, focusing on solid first touches.. Register Individual Defense Keep the ball off the ground with focused techniques on individual defensive movements. Register Advanced Defense Elevate your team defense skills by learning advanced floor coverage strategies. Register Kijima and Defense Drills A fun, high-energy session designed to help you master defensive movements and keep the ball alive. Register Weird and Wonderful Drills Experience the unusual and exciting with drills that are both quirky and effective. Register Volleyball Skills A well-rounded session that covers all the fundamental skills you need to improve your game. Register League Play Get game experience with live league play—your chance to compete and refine your in-game tactics. Register Setting Sessions Improve your hand skills—ideal for setters and any player looking to sharpen their precision and control in setting the ball. Register NexGen Fundamental Development A beginner-focused session that introduces athletes to volleyball basics over two fun-filled hours. Register Making the Cut Camp 2025 Our premier camp designed to prepare athletes for tryouts and elevate their skills—offering top-level training and a competitive edge. Register Don’t Miss Out! Our sessions have been selling out fast in the past, so make sure to secure your spot now. With over 65 new sessions added, there’s something for everyone—but they won’t last long. Get the training you need before it’s too late!

 

What is your goal for Volleyball this season? Is the academy part of that plan? Back to School: What's Your Volleyball Goal This Season? As the new school year kicks off, it's the perfect time to set your sights on your volleyball goals. Are you aiming to make your school team, improve your skills, or simply enjoy the game more? Whatever your goal, we’re here to support you. Is the Academy part of your plan this season? Good Luck at School Tryouts! To all athletes trying out for their school teams in the coming days, we wish you the best of luck! Believe in yourself and give it your all.

Making the Cut Camps Recap This year's five Making the Cut Camps were nothing short of thrilling! A huge mental yell of ELITE for all of you who participated—did you hear it? Feel it? We sure did! Your energy and commitment made these camps an incredible experience, and we can't wait to see how you apply what you’ve learned in the coming season. Making the Cut Camp Contest The sculpture of NAY NAY, the bad passer, was the contest's subject.  Athletes were asked to describe on a recipe card all the wrong things with NAY NAY's passing form.  The recipe card that was best decorated and contained the posture issues. Special mention to Emmy Y. for her card, which featured outstanding artwork and details. Congratulations to Gabrielle L., our NAYNAY Bad Passer Challenge winner, who impressed us with her creative recipe card!  Gabrielle can reach out to the academy to pick up Nay Nay as she won her. Email the Academy What's New at the Academy? We’re excited to announce our upcoming sessions for September and beyond. Leading the lineup is the School Day Academy, an exclusive program for the most dedicated and hardworking volleyball players. This is not just any training session—it’s a personalized, high-level experience designed to unlock your potential. Running Tuesdays from 1-3 pm, Wednesdays from 1-2 pm, and Thursdays from 1-3 pm, these sessions total five hours of focused training each week with Coaches Darren and Chie. Before COVID, this program propelled many athletes toward their peak performance, and we’re bringing it back stronger than ever. If you’re ready to push your limits, this is the place for you. Are you interested? We’ve also scheduled the November and December League for those who might not make their school teams this season. This league offers a chance to stay in the game, gain valuable touches, and continue developing your skills in a competitive environment. Unlike traditional training, this league is structured like a pickup game—refereed but coach-free. If you're seeking skill instruction, keep an eye out for our skill development sessions, which will be announced next week. Register Now Making the Cut Camp 2025   Lastly, we’ve opened registration for the Making the Cut Camps 2025—a must for anyone looking to secure their spot in next year’s camps. With places filling up fast, this is your chance to plan ahead. Stay tuned for more updates, including our skills sessions and other exciting activities coming your way next week. Are you ready to take your game to the next level? Register Now

August is Camp month.

 

August Making the Cut Camps Month.

Thank You, Athletes! Thank you to all the Athletes and Coaches involved in the Beach Volleyball sessions in June and July. The weather was challenging, but the athletes rose to the occasion, and it was enjoyable to witness the players' growth. "Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." – Winston Churchill. Summer League Wrap-Up We also completed our summer league, and it was a fun group of athletes who showed significant growth and formed lasting friendships. Congrats to the winners! "The harder the battle, the sweeter the victory." – Les Brown   August: Making the Cut Camp Month August is here, and it is the Making the Cut Camp month. We have five exciting camps happening: Making the Cut Girls Elementary School Camp: August 12-14 Making the Cut Coed Junior High School Camp: August 19-22 Making the Cut Girls Junior High School Camp: August 19-22 Making the Cut Coed Senior High School Camp: August 26-29 Making the Cut Girls Senior High School Camp: August 25-29 "Believe you can, and you're halfway there." – Theodore Roosevelt   4-Day League During the first week of the camps, we will have a brief 4-day league. The athletes will play Monday to Thursday, each day for two hours between 12:00-2:00 on August 12-15. "Champions keep playing until they get it right." – Billie Jean King Register Now September Sessions September sessions will be announced in mid-August, right after we can book some school gym times. Currently, the only session available on the website is the School Day Academy session. This exclusive training is for athletes who are skilled, driven, and committed to achieving their volleyball goals. Darren and Chie are looking forward to working with these select athletes, and the limited spots are almost filled. "The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person’s determination." – Tommy Lasorda Register Now Introducing Our Camp Motto: "Amat Victoria Curam" We are excited to announce that this year’s camp t-shirts will feature the inspiring motto "Amat Victoria Curam," which translates to "Victory Loves Preparation." This powerful message embodies our commitment to excellence and the dedication required to achieve success. We believe that through hard work, discipline, and preparation, our athletes can conquer any challenge and reach their fullest potential. Wear this motto proudly as a reminder that every practice, every drill, and every effort brings you closer to victory. We also have a camp Mascot, but it is a surprise.

HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!

 

This is Penny. My Son created the Making the Cut Camp Mascot after she was discover at last year's camps.  For those who attended last year's Making the Cuts you will recognize her from her help during the blocking drill and the cheer at the end of sessions.  Penny will be present at this year's Making the Cut Camps as well!

Academy PhotoGallery Check out the photo gallery by clicking on the link at the top of the Registrations Website or clicking the box below.  The Academy Photo Gallery Here is what you need to now!  Get ready because school tryouts are rapidly approaching. We're eagerly waiting to book gym time for our September session. Until then, here's what we have available:  July Private Lessons: Only two sessions available on July 25! Secure your spot early to avoid missing out on this exclusive opportunity. Leagues: Ending on July 25. Beach Training: Ends on July 31. Grab a Private Lesson!  August Camp Month: We're offering our Premier Making the Cut Camps! Unfortunately, we had to cancel the Making the Cut Camps for Elementary school boys due to low registration. We understand this is disappointing and hope to see more interest in the future. August Leagues: To help cover the cost of gyms, we're offering two four-day leagues from August 12 to 15. Junior Girls League: August 12-15, 12:00 - 2:00 PM Senior Girls League: August 12-15, 8:00-10:00 AM and 4:00-6:00 PM With no coaching, these leagues focus on gameplay to help you increase your touches and get ready for tryouts! . Play the 3 day League! Camps Schedule: Elementary Girls Camp: August 12-15 (Spots available) Junior High School Camp: August 19-22 (Girls sold out, Boys spots available). Girls can join the boys' camp as in previous years. Senior High School Camp: August 26-29 (Girls sold out, Boys spots available). Girls who still need to register can join the boys' camps. Junior boys' net height matches senior girls', ideal for working on your attacking; senior boys' higher net is great for defence development. . Register for Camp Upcoming: School Day Academy We’re offering the School Day Academy for dedicated volleyball athletes starting in the new school year. This exclusive program runs during school hours each week in September and August. Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays: 1-3 PM (Travel during lunch and back to school before team practice) Wednesdays: 1-2 PM (Jump training)  Tips for Adjusting Your School Schedule: Take an online course. Schedule both spares in one semester. Check your credit count to ensure you have the necessary credits to graduate. Utilize the unique Saskatchewan credit for out-of-school activities. Train with Darren and Chie at the School Day Academy! This program requires a dedicated, hard-working athlete who is serious about volleyball. You will need to complete an application and be selected to attend, ensuring a high standard of instruction. Combining this training with your school team will give you a taste of the training hours expected at post-secondary or high-level volleyball. If successful, we may extend training beyond October. . Fill out the School Day Application  Inspirational Volleyball Quotes: "Success is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure." - Colin Powell "The will to win is important, but the will to prepare is vital." - Joe Paterno "Don’t let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game." - Babe Ruth