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

Elevate Your Game with the Canadian Elite Academy

 

Clarification of Sessions

Whether You Think You Can, or Think you Can't You're Right! The Making the Cut Camp Established in 2017, the Making the Cut Camp was created to help athletes prepare for their school team tryouts. Traditionally, we held combined sessions for both boys and girls, offering Junior and Senior High school camps in the same week. This year marks an exciting change: we're introducing separate camps for boys and girls at the Elementary, Junior, and Senior High School levels, bringing our total offerings to six comprehensive camps.   Current Camp Status: Junior and Senior Girls' Camps: Sold Out Elementary Girls' Camp: Almost Sold Out Girls are welcome to join the boys' camps if their respective camps are full, but please note that the net height will correspond to the boys' camp standards. At the Canadian Elite Academy, we prioritize quality coaching. For example, during last week's skill session, we maintained a four athlete to one coach ratio with 23 athletes and six coaches. For the Making the Cut camps, we will ensure at least a ten athlete to one coach ratio, often exceeding this standard. We are committed to providing opportunities for all athletes, including boys. Although we currently lack enough registrations for a boys' Making the Cut camp, we are actively working to change this. We initially built our mailing list to over 1200 families through word of mouth, and we encourage all registered boys to spread the word so we can run Elementary, Junior, and Senior High School Camps for boys. Don't Miss this Camp It's Hard to Beat A Person Who Never Gives Up! Our most exclusive and successful training session, the School Day Academy, has set a new benchmark at the Canadian Elite Academy. We were privileged to have approximately 24 dedicated athletes who pushed their limits and increased their skill levels through rigorous training, dedicating five hours a week for several months. (September and October 2024) Athletes are selected for this training session based on their readiness to work hard, their understanding of what it means to be elite, and their potential to lead and be team players. Head coach Darren Cannell and trainer Toako Chie Imamura will guide selected athletes as if they were part of a team, focusing on the skills and mindset necessary to be valuable team members. Training sessions are scheduled to allow athletes to maintain their school team commitments. Training will be held at Henk Reys Soccer Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3 pm and Wednesdays from 1-2 pm, enabling athletes to return to their schools for team practices. How to Adjust School Schedules for Training: Schedule a spare in the afternoon Apply for a "special" credit for academy time (one special credit allowed per high school year) Take an online class Check existing credits (most high school students in Saskatchewan graduate with more than the required 24 credits) Schedule both spares in the first semester Consult with a school counselor for more options Application Process: Interested athletes must complete an application form and submit a highlight reel of their skills. No professional reel is needed; a simple video demonstrating your skills will suffice. If you're passionate about volleyball, this is your chance to shine.   Message from Dr. Darren Cannell: "I am thrilled to work with Toako Chie Imamura during the School Day Academy. Few coaches match Chie's talent for elevating athletes to the next level. Don't miss this opportunity." Darren has coached club volleyball for two decades. He was the president of the Saskatchewan Volleyball Association for ten years and a Volleyball Canada Director. He has coached provincial teams, CANAM teams, and national teams. Darren played five years of university volleyball in Ontario (he was nominated all-Ontario), was a senior club player on the beach, and was on the master’s national team.   Chie as a player in 1990 played in the Asian Junior Women’s Volleyball Championship and won gold. She was awarded the best setter award. In 1991 she played in Women’s U20 World Championship and won bronze. She was awarded the best setter award. In 1990 and 1994 she played for the University of Tsukaba Women’s Volleyball Team. Tsukaba University was one of the top teams in Japan. In 1987 the Tsukaba University came to Saskatoon to play against the University of Saskatchewan and again in 1990 and Chie came with them. In 1994 Chie came to Saskatoon to be an assistant coach at the University of Saskatchewan. She has since that time coached Club volleyball, High school volleyball, Community volleyball and done individual practice in the province. By many, she is considered to be one of the best setter coaches in the province.   Be That Player that they Will Never Forget! Apply for the School Day Academy Reminder: Skills sessions and private lessons will conclude at the end of this month. If you're considering attending, do so soon, as August will be dedicated to the Making the Cut camp. This camp covers all volleyball skills and offers extensive practice opportunities. Even if you're not planning to try out for a school team, you'll be amazed at how much your game improves. Join us at the Canadian Elite Academy and take your volleyball skills to the next level! Last Chance Register Now! Be Thankful for What You Are Now, and Keep Fighting for What you Want to Be Tomorrow

 

Summer is Here - Time to Elevate Your Volleyball Game! As the school year wraps up and summer begins, it's the perfect time to focus on advancing your volleyball skills. We have an array of sessions designed to help you achieve your goals and have fun in the sun.

Beach 2's Training: Limited Spots Available! Our Beach 2's Training has a few open spots in the July Monday and Wednesday sessions. These exclusive slots are available for boys and girls aged 11-14. Don't miss out on this opportunity to train on the beach and enhance your game. Act fast, as spots are filling up quickly! Register Now! Private Lessons: Tailored to Your Needs Looking for personalized training? We have a few private lesson slots open for groups of 1-6 athletes. You get to choose the skills, date, time, and coach for your one-hour session. These sessions are highly sought after, so if you're interested, book yours soon! Register Now! July Skill Sessions: Master Specific Skills Join our specialized skill sessions in July to sharpen your technique: Setting: June 27 Hitting: July 4 Hitting and Blocking: July 11 Defence: July 18 Mental Training: July 25 Register Now! August: Making the Cut Month Prepare for the upcoming season with our "Making the Cut" camps. We offer six different camps tailored to various age groups: Boys Elementary School Camp: August 12-15 Girls Elementary School Camp: August 12-15 Boys Junior High School Camp: August 19-22 Girls Junior High School Camp: August 19-22 Boys Senior High School Camp: August 26-29 Girls Senior High School Camp: August 26-29 Spread the Word: Boys Athletes Needed We need more boys to register for our camps to avoid grouping different age groups together. Help us spread the word and increase the number of boys participating in our camps. Register Now! September: School Day Academy for Serious Athletes For dedicated athletes, we offer the School Day Academy in September. This program runs Tuesday (1-3 pm), Wednesday (1-2 pm), and Thursday (1-3 pm) and is coached by Darren Cannell and Toako Chie Imamura. To participate, athletes must schedule spares in the afternoon, take a cyber school class, and manage their credit count to include this program. This two-month program may be extended if there is enough interest and positive feedback. Previously, this academy has helped many athletes achieve their volleyball goals, and we aim to replicate this success with a new group of talented players. Register Now!

 

Exciting Updates from the Academy!

The Academy Stats We’re thrilled to share the latest news and upcoming sessions at the Academy! Over the past 12 months, we've held 314 sessions, welcomed 2,371 registrations, and garnered 33,361 page views. Your enthusiasm and support are what make our Academy thrive! Private Lessons: The Ultimate Flexible Training Experience Our private lessons have become incredibly popular, offering tailored training sessions for up to 6 athletes. You choose the topic and the coach! Here’s a glimpse of our historical data for private lessons: 2019: 31 private lessons 2020: 20 private lessons 2021: 16 private lessons 2022: 95 private lessons 2023: 70 private lessons 2024: 77 private lessons (and counting!) Available Private Sessions: Sold Out: June 13, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, June 13, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, June 20, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, June 20, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, June 27, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, July 4, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, July 11, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, July 18, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST Available: June 27, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, July 4, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, July 11, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, July 18, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST, July 25, 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST, July 25, 7:00 – 8:00 PM CST Go Private! Beach 2's Training: Almost Sold Out! Don't miss out on the action-packed Beach 2's training! Find a partner and register now. The registration fee has been dropped to $310 per player. Age 15-16 Girls (Mon & Wed, 4-6 pm): 3 more teams Age 13-18 Boys (Mon & Wed, 4-6 pm): 2 more teams Sold Out: Age 15-16 Girls (Mon & Wed, 6-8 pm), Age 11-14 Girls (Tue & Thu, 4-6 pm), Age 15-16 Girls (Tue & Thu, 6-8 pm) Into the Sun! Summer Girls League: Limited Spots Left! Our Summer Girls League is in full swing! 11-14 years old (Thursdays 6-8 pm): One spot left 15-18 years old (Thursdays 8-10 pm): Sold out Play the Game! Skills Sessions: Open for Registration Hone your skills with our upcoming sessions, starting Thursday! Spots available in all sessions: Beginner Serving (Ages 11-14): June 13, 8-9 pm Advanced Serving (Ages 15-18): June 13, 9-10 pm Intermediate Passing (Ages 11-14): June 20, 8-9 pm Advanced Passing (Ages 15-18): June 20, 9-10 pm Setting Training (Ages 11-14): June 27, 8-9 pm Setting Training (Ages 15-18): June 27, 9-10 pm Hitting Sessions (Ages 11-14): July 4, 8-9 pm Hitting Sessions (Ages 15-18): July 4, 9-10 pm Basic Hitting and Blocking (Ages 11-14): July 11, 8-9 pm Hitting and Blocking (Ages 15-18): July 11, 9-10 pm Defense Session (Ages 11-14): July 18, 8-9 pm Defense Session (Ages 15-18): July 18, 9-10 pm Mental Training (Ages 11-14): July 25, 8-9 pm Mental Training (Ages 15-18): July 25, 9-10 pm Learn the skills! Making the Cut Camps: Boys Needed! We need more boys to join our Making the Cut Camps. Girls are also welcome! Boys Elementary School Camp: 4 athletes Boys Junior High School Camp: 19 athletes Boys Senior High School Camp: 19 athletes Girls Elementary School Camp: 30 athletes, room for 24 more Sold Out: Girls Junior High School Camp (54 athletes), Girls Senior High School Camp (54 athletes) More athletes Needed School Day Academy: Elite Training Program Our School Day Academy is a unique program for select athletes. Ten athletes have already been chosen. Are you next? Grade 9-10: September and October, Tuesday to Thursday Grade 11-12: September and October, Tuesday to Thursday How good can you be? Get Ready for School Tryouts! This summer is packed with sessions to prepare you for school tryouts. Don't miss out on your chance to get ahead! Stay tuned for more updates and register soon to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you at the Academy!