Our high performance training for aspiring athletes, explained.
TRAINING PATHWAY
Athlete Advancement & Training Pathway
Our athlete pathway is designed with the long-term goal of preparing athletes for University Volleyball. At the top of our system is the Varsity Tailored Training Program, representing the highest level of training we offer. Athletes who consistently participate in our invite-only programming spend the most time with our coaching staff. This not only accelerates development but also fosters deep, meaningful relationships — enabling us to provide mentorship, strong references, and direct communication with post-secondary coaches to support athletes both on and off the court toward their recruitment goals.
Placement in our invite-only programs is based on identification through our online application, previous trainings, and local competitions. Athletes must demonstrate at least three of our five core values — Work Ethic, Skill, Size, Discipline, and IQ — and are placed based on their level, not graduation year alone. While grad year is considered for long-term planning, effort, skill, communication, and leadership remain the most important factors.
Keep in mind that our Junior, JV, and Varsity programs don’t correspond directly with school teams. For instance, a Grade 10 player on a school Varsity squad may receive an invitation to our Junior program. Placements are intentional — our pathway is built for high level club athletes in the Lower Mainland, with placements determined by ability and developmental needs rather than grade or school team placement.
Advancement cannot be requested for convenience — every placement is intentional, protecting both athlete development and the integrity of the training environment. Younger athletes may only move up early if they consistently stand out in their current group across all areas of performance and character.
Our ultimate goal is long-term growth and post-secondary readiness. If our staff believes an athlete is ready for the next group, we will contact you directly. Athletes are also encouraged to ask questions about their development — we are here to support, guide, and challenge them throughout their journey.
PROGRAMS BY APPLICATION:
PROSPECT PROGRAM
The Prospect Program is our entry point for athletes in Grades 7–10 who aspire to play competitive volleyball, and its primary focus is on developing strong fundamentals — an area that is often overlooked in BC. Led by our trained Aspiring Athlete coaches, this program is offered year round to build technical skills, tactical understanding, and overall game IQ through purposeful training and competitive play. Athletes will learn every skill, play all positions, and be guided with high expectations, discipline, and the consistent reinforcement of good habits to ensure they are prepared for success in our more advanced programs and beyond!
POSITIONAL PROGRAMS
The Positional Training Program is a focused environment designed for athletes in grade 10–12 who are ready to refine their game for a higher level of play. Surrounded by other determined athletes, training sessions are high-paced and detail-oriented, with an elevated emphasis on technical execution, positional skill work, and tactical understanding. Athletes receive consistent, high-quality feedback from experienced and reliable coaches who hold them to strong standards. The program is structured to sharpen technical development while building deeper positional IQ, ensuring athletes not only master their role but also learn how to impact the game in smarter, more effective ways.
PROGRAMS BY INVITATION:
JUNIOR PROGRAM
The Junior Tailored Training Program is for athletes identified at the early stages of their high-performance journey. Led by our National Level coaching staff, this program emphasizes the development of strong habits, discipline, and decision-making by combining technical skill work with a heavy focus on situational play. Athletes are challenged to apply what they learn in real game-like scenarios, helping them build a deeper game IQ and preparing them for the demands of higher levels of play. Training is intentionally designed to complement both school and club seasons, with careful monitoring of jump volume and overall workload to ensure athletes can push themselves without being overtrained. The goal of this program is to support long-term growth by instilling habits, confidence, and resilience that will serve athletes throughout their high-performance pathway.
JUNIOR VARSITY PROGRAM
The Junior Varsity Tailored Training Program is the next step for athletes who have already established strong fundamentals and are ready to train with more intensity. Sessions are built around advancing technical execution, refining decision-making under pressure, and learning to compete with consistency. Athletes are expected to embrace accountability, higher standards, and more competitive environments as they transition into stronger levels of play. With our National Level coaching staff guiding their development, training continues to complement school and club commitments, but demands increase as athletes adapt to heavier workloads and stronger competition. This stage of the pathway pushes athletes to elevate their habits, resilience, and game IQ to meet the expectations of post secondary programs.
VARSITY PROGRAM
The Varsity Tailored Training Program represents the highest level of training in our pathway, designed for advanced athletes who are either committed a university to or are serious about competing at the post-secondary. Training is intense, fast-paced, and rooted in the same philosophy of developing strong habits, discipline, and game IQ — but with sharper expectations and higher accountability. Athletes are pushed to perform in competitive, high-pressure scenarios while also taking ownership of their development as leaders on and off the court. Workload is carefully monitored to ensure athletes can maximize their training while balancing their club and school seasons. This program is designed to prepare athletes to stand out in their graduating class, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and mindset required to succeed at the next level.