Off Season Volleyball Training
The off-season (June, July, and August) is the best time for volleyball athletes to make meaningful improvements. With school and club seasons on pause, athletes can focus on skill development, technique, volleyball IQ, and building the physical foundation needed for future success. Athletes who commit to both volleyball training and strength & conditioning throughout the summer typically see the greatest results. Browse below to explore our off-season training options.
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JULY & AUGUST TRAINING OPTIONS:
INVITE-ONLY PROGRAMS
This is an invite-only training program designed for athletes who are serious about their development and committed to maximizing their off-season. All interested athletes must complete our application or contact us directly to be considered, regardless of previous involvement with our programs.
Please note that participation in previous Peak Performance Programs does not guarantee acceptance into future sessions. Athletes are not permitted to register or re-register until they have received confirmation of acceptance from our coaching staff for the upcoming training block.
Athletes will work closely with our national-level coaching staff in a focused, high-performance environment designed to accelerate development both on and off the court. Unlike many traditional training models, we intentionally operate in a small-group settings with a maximum of 16 athletes per program. This allows for greater individual attention, consistent feedback, more meaningful repetitions, and stronger coach-athlete relationships throughout the summer.
Our programs are built to reflect the standards and expectations of post-secondary and high-performance volleyball environments, helping athletes improve their technical skills, volleyball IQ, physical preparation, and overall approach to training.
On-Court Training
JULY TRAINING BLOCK (July 6–29)
Mondays & Wednesdays: 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Total On-Court Training Volume: 14 Hours
Investment: Approximately $34/hour
📍 Week 1: Surrey Centre Elementary School
📍 Weeks 2–4: Adams Road Elementary School
AUGUST TRAINING BLOCK (Aug 4-27)
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Total On-Court Training Volume: 16 Hours
Investment: Approximately $34/hour
📍Location: All Elite Fitness
Optional Strength & Conditioning Add-On
Peak Performance athletes may add our volleyball-specific strength & conditioning program at a 20% discounted rate from our regular workout programs.
This program is designed for both athletes who are new to strength training and those with previous weight room experience. Training focuses on developing proper movement mechanics and lifting technique, strength, power, movement quality, athleticism, and injury resilience while building the physical foundation required for long-term success in volleyball. The off-season is one of the most valuable opportunities athletes have to make meaningful physical gains without the demands of competition.
July Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
Dates: July 7–30
August Schedule:Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
Dates: August 4–27
Location: SmartFit Personal Training
6820 188 St #114, Surrey, BC V4N 5J8
Total Gym Training Volume: 8 Sessions
This is an invite-only training program designed for athletes who are serious about their development and committed to maximizing their off-season. All interested athletes must complete our application or contact us directly to be considered, regardless of previous involvement with our programs.
Please note that participation in previous Peak Performance Programs does not guarantee acceptance into future sessions. Athletes are not permitted to register or re-register until they have received confirmation of acceptance from our coaching staff for the upcoming training block.
Athletes will work closely with our national-level coaching staff in a focused, high-performance environment designed to accelerate development both on and off the court. Unlike many traditional training models, we intentionally operate in a small-group settings with a maximum of 16 athletes per program. This allows for greater individual attention, consistent feedback, more meaningful repetitions, and stronger coach-athlete relationships throughout the summer.
Our programs are built to reflect the standards and expectations of post-secondary and high-performance volleyball environments, helping athletes improve their technical skills, volleyball IQ, physical preparation, and overall approach to training.
On-Court Training
JULY TRAINING BLOCK (July 6–29)
Mondays & Wednesdays: 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Total On-Court Training Volume: 14 Hours
Investment: Approximately $34/hour
📍Week 1: Surrey Centre Elementary School
📍Weeks 2–4: Adams Road Elementary School
AUGUST TRAINING BLOCK (Aug 4-27)
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Total On-Court Training Volume: 16 Hours
Investment: Approximately $34/hour
📍Location: All Elite Fitness
Optional Strength & Conditioning Add-On
Peak Performance athletes may add our volleyball-specific strength & conditioning program at a 20% discounted rate from our regular workout programs.
This program is designed for both athletes who are new to strength training and those with previous weight room experience. Training focuses on developing proper movement mechanics and lifting technique, strength, power, movement quality, athleticism, and injury resilience while building the physical foundation required for long-term success in volleyball. The off-season is one of the most valuable opportunities athletes have to make meaningful physical gains without the demands of competition.
July Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM or 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Dates: July 7–30
August Schedule:Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Dates: August 4–27
Location: SmartFit Personal Training
6820 188 St #114, Surrey, BC V4N 5J8
Total Gym Training Volume: 8 Sessions
Read more about our Strength & Conditioning Programs by clicking here.
OPEN & APPLICATION BASED CAMPS
The middle school years are some of the most important years for long-term volleyball development. Our Prospect Camps are designed to help athletes Grades 6–9 build strong technical foundations, develop confidence, and improve their understanding of the game in a positive, challenging, and supportive environment. At Aspiring Athlete, we believe athletes should develop all aspects of their game before specializing, creating well-rounded players with the skills, confidence, and volleyball IQ needed for long-term success.
Each session combines technical instruction, skill repetition, mini games, wash drills, and competitive gameplay, allowing athletes to apply what they are learning in realistic game situations. Athletes will learn from our experienced coaching staff, including coaches with university, professional, and national team experience, while benefiting from the individualized attention that comes with our small-group training environment.
Throughout our weekly Prospect Camps, we will focus on developing:
• Technical consistency and ball control
• Proper movement patterns and footwork
• Communication and competitiveness
• Volleyball IQ and game understanding
• Confidence performing all skills on the court
Camp Dates, Times & Locations
Training Info:
Week 1: July 7 & 9 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM (3.5hrs total)
📍 Surrey Centre Elementary School
Week 2: July 14 & 16 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM (3.5hrs total)
📍 Adams Road Elementary School
Week 3: July 21 & 23 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM (3.5hrs total)
📍 Adams Road Elementary School
Week 4: July 28 & 30 12:00 PM – 1:45 PM (3.5hrs total)
📍 Adams Road Elementary School
Week 6: August 10th & 12th & 14th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (6hrs total)
📍 Location: All Elite Fitness
Week 8: August 24th & 26th & 28th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (6hrs total)
📍 Location: All Elite Fitness
Athletes will train twice each week throughout July and three times a week in August, allowing for consistent skill development and progression. Registration is available on a weekly basis or discounted pricing available for athletes committing to the full month (July or August).
This invite-only training group is designed for athletes currently competing at the post-secondary level, committed to competing at the post-secondary level, or actively communicating with university or college coaches. It represents the highest level of training within our AAthlete development pathway.
Sessions emphasize advanced technical training, position-specific development, tactical decision-making, and competitive gameplay, with a strong focus on the volleyball IQ required to succeed at the next level.
Whether you're preparing to return to university this fall or making the jump from high school to post-secondary volleyball, this is an excellent opportunity to stay sharp, compete against high-level athletes, and continue developing before your next season begins.
All uninvited athletes that are intersted must complete our application or contact us directly to be considered, regardless of previous involvement with our programs.
On-Court Training Schedule
July
July 15 | 8:30–10:30 PM
July 21 | 6:30–8:30 PM
July 23 | 6:30–8:30 PM
July 29 | 8:30–10:30 PM
August
Four more sessions will be held during the first three weeks of August (schedule TBD).
Total On-Court Training: 4 sessions, 8 hours total
Location: Harry Jerome Sports Centre
Investment: $25.00 per hour
We recognize that many athletes are balancing school, work, and the cost of competing, so we intentionally price our University programs to make high-level training more accessible.
Unable to commit to the full program? Drop-in sessions are welcome for $55.
To maximize athlete development, sessions are limited to 16 athletes, allowing for individualized coaching, consistent feedback, and a highly competitive training environment throughout the summer.
Our Grade 9–12 Compete Camps are designed for experienced club volleyball athletes who want to train, compete, and elevate their game in a fast-paced, high-performance environment. Unlike traditional camps that focus heavily on isolated drills, our Compete Camps are built around gameplay, allowing athletes to apply their skills in realistic, competitive situations while developing the decision-making, confidence, and volleyball IQ required for success at higher levels of the game.
Each session combines wash drills, game-based learning, structured competition, and coach-led instruction, creating an environment where athletes are constantly challenged to think, adapt, and perform under pressure. Athletes will learn from our experienced coaching staff, including coaches with university, professional, and national team experience, while benefiting from the individualized attention that comes with our small-group training environment.
Athletes will spend the majority of each session competing in game-like situations, wash-style drills, and structured gameplay designed to maximize meaningful repetitions and competitive learning. Coaches will regularly pause gameplay to teach strategy, decision-making, and game awareness, helping athletes understand not only what to do, but why.
Camp Dates, Times & Location
Week 4:
Monday, July 27th – Thursday, July 30th (11 Hours)
Training Time: 9:15 AM – 11:45 AM
📍Location: Adams Road Elementary School
Week 8: Registration opens this weekend**
Monday, August 24th | Wednesday, August 26th | Friday, August 27th (7.5 Hours)
Training Time: 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM
📍Location: All Elite Fitness
Our August schedule is designed to allow athletes to fit Strength & Conditioning sessions with us on Tuesdays and Thursdays while continuing their on-court training. August is the final opportunity to build strength, power, and athleticism before the school volleyball season begins and the focus shifts back to competition.
This camp is open to all Grade 9–12 athletes who competed on a Division 1 or 2 club team during the 2025–26 season (based on final provincial rankings). Athletes who do not meet this criteria, as well as all athletes entering Grade 9 in the fall that are wanting to join this camp, must first complete our application process and be accepted before registering.
Applications can be submitted using this link: https://forms.gle/Q15NJ3yfuUjnmY6z6
Athletes are evaluated on the first day to ensure they are a good fit for the training environment. If an athlete is not currently at the level required for the camp, we may recommend a different training opportunity that is better suited to their stage of development.
Our Grade 9–12 Combined Positional Camps are designed for club volleyball athletes seeking high-level coaching, position-specific development, and a challenging training environment. These camps provide athletes with the opportunity to develop technical skills, improve game awareness, and gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between positions on the court.
Each session combines technical instruction, skill repetition, position-specific training, and competitive gameplay, allowing athletes to develop the skills and decision-making required to perform at a higher level. Athletes will learn from our experienced coaching staff, including coaches with university, professional, and national team experience, while benefiting from the individualized attention that comes with our small-group training environment.
Athletes will spend each session developing the technical skills, decision-making, and positional responsibilities required to perform at a higher level. Training will progress from technical instruction and skill repetition into game-like situations where athletes can apply what they are learning in realistic competitive environments. Our goal is to help athletes not only improve their individual skills, but also better understand how their position functions within the team and the game as a whole.
Camp Dates, Times & Locations
Week 1: Setters + Liberos
July 6–9 (Monday–Thursday)
9:15 AM – 11:45 AM
📍 Surrey Centre Elementary School
Week 2: Swingers + Liberos
July 13–16 (Monday–Thursday)
9:15 AM – 11:45 AM
📍 Adams Road Elementary School
Week 3: Swingers + Setters
July 20–23 (Monday–Thursday)
9:15 AM – 11:45 AM
📍 Adams Road Elementary School
Week 5: Setters + Liberos
Aug 4-7 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday)
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Location: All Elite Fitness
Week 6: Swingers + Liberos
Aug 10th, 12th, 14th (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍Location: All Elite Fitness
Week 7: Swingers + Setters
Aug 17th, 19th, 21st (Monday, Wednesday & Friday)
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍Location: All Elite Fitness
This camp is open to all Grade 9–12 athletes who competed on a Division 1 or 2 club team during the 2025–26 season (based on final provincial rankings). Athletes who do not meet this criteria, as well as all athletes entering Grade 9 in the fall that are wanting to join this camp, must first complete our application process and be accepted before registering.
Applications can be submitted using this link: https://forms.gle/Q15NJ3yfuUjnmY6z6
Athletes are evaluated on the first day to ensure they are a good fit for the training environment. If an athlete is not currently at the level required for the camp, we may recommend a different training opportunity that is better suited to their stage of development.
FAQs
Can anyone register for your camps?
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Not quite! Our camps are open to all Division 1 and Division 2 club athletes and are designed to introduce athletes to our coaching philosophy, training environment, and development pathway. We run seasonal camps throughout the year to provide more athletes across British Columbia with the opportunity to learn from our nationally respected coaching staff, develop their skills, and train in a focused, high-expectation environment. Athletes that are competing below this level or that are newer to the game, must complete our online application form before registering to ensure the camp is an appropriate fit.
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What are your invite-only programs?
Our Invite-Only Programs are designed to create a high-performance environment where identified athletes can learn, compete, and grow alongside other motivated athletes. Athletes are selected through our application process, camps, coach evaluations, and scouting throughout local school and club competitions. These programs provide opportunities to develop individual skills, volleyball IQ, and overall game understanding outside of the club and school seasons while training consistently in a small-group environment. Our goal is to create a training atmosphere with expectations similar to the post-secondary level, helping athletes develop the habits, accountability, discipline, and mindset required to succeed at the university level and beyond.
What makes you different?
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At Aspiring Athlete, we prioritize quality over quantity. We genuinely care about our athletes and their long-term development, which is why our programs are exclusive and application based—we do not simply accept anyone who wants to register. By identifying athletes through scouting, evaluations, camps, and our application process, we create a unique high-performance environment filled with motivated athletes who are committed to improving. Unlike many camps and programs, we intentionally keep our training groups small, with a maximum of two courts and a coach-to-athlete ratio of approximately 1:8, allowing our nationally respected coaching staff to provide meaningful feedback, individualized attention, and a higher level of coaching.
How do we get started?
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The best way to get started is by completing our online athlete application. We use this information to determine which camps, clinics, and programs may be the best fit for your athlete's age, skill level, experience, and goals. Once programs are launched, eligible athletes and families will be contacted with additional information and registration opportunities. Families are always welcome to reach out with questions, but if an athlete has not yet completed an application, we will typically direct them to do so first in order to provide the most accurate recommendations.
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What happens if I register and it’s not the right fit?
This happens more often than people think. Evaluating athletes through applications, video footage, or limited observations is never as reliable as seeing them train and compete in person. If, after the first session, we feel an athlete is significantly more advanced than the group or not yet ready for the training environment, we will contact the family to discuss alternative options. While we recognize the benefits of athletes training above their current level, our priority is the quality of the training environment as a whole. We typically only place athletes in older or more advanced groups when they are consistently outperforming their current competition and have clearly demonstrated that they are ready for the challenge. Our goal is to ensure every athlete is placed in an environment where they can learn, contribute, and develop successfully.
Our mission is to develop confident, high-performing volleyball athletes.
We provide everything you need to take your game to the next level through consistent, high-quality training and exceptional mentorship, because we believe sustained excellence comes from the right guidance, environment, and attention to detail.
We are routed in Surrey.
But we offer programs and camps across the Lower Mainland year-round! Please check each program listing for specific locations.
Meet Our Head Coaches
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Nikki Harris (Coach Cornwall)
FOUNDER
Coach Cornwall (Harris) is a High Performance NCCP-certified volleyball coach with experience across U SPORTS and Volleyball Canada, including roles with UFV, SFU, and the national program. A BC native and former Trinity Western University standout, she helped lead the program to its first Canada West and National Championships while earning First Team All-Canadian and Tournament MVP honours. She went on to train with Canada’s National Excellence Program, captain Team Canada at the FISU Universiade, and play professionally in Germany and Finland. -
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Julio Giminez
HEAD COACH
Coach Julio, originally from Argentina, is an NCCP-certified professional coach with FIVB Level I and II certifications, qualifying him to coach national teams at any level worldwide. With over 25 years of experience, he brings a high-performance, long-term athlete development approach that challenges athletes to excel both technically and mentally. His expertise has been instrumental in elevating our training methods, strengthening feedback systems, and enhancing our overall athlete development model.
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