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OUR PROGRAM

Youth volleyball is rapidly growing and gaining popularity in Michigan. We want to foster a love and appreciation for the sport that will extend beyond their youth and into their adult years.

We train in all aspects of volleyball fundamental skills, game strategy, and sportsmanship. Disciplined and full effort training to push beyond one’s comfort zone will enable the athlete to play with enthusiasm and confidence. To build camaraderie, special emphasis will be placed on being an encouraging and positive teammate.

Our founder grew up playing volleyball in Los Angeles and has also coached volleyball on the east coast. Our aim is to bring the best of the west coast and east coast volleyball training programs to Grand Rapids.

Explore the exciting world of volleyball with us. From rigorous training to the thrill of competing on a team, Grand Rapids Volleyball Club offers an unmatched experience for young athletes in Grand Rapids, MI.

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FAQs

When does the season start and end?

Boys Travel teams are from September to February. We also offer local teams which have a fall season (September to December) and a winter season (January to February)

Girls club season starts in November and ends in May. We have a winter season (November to February) and a spring season (March to May).

When and where are the practices?

Boys Practices are twice or three times a week for two hours each practice. Practice days are either Sunday/Tuesday or Monday/Friday. The location is Mary Free Bed YMCA.

Which tournaments or league will we compete in?

We want to have games and scrimmages locally within Michigan as much as possible to keep travel costs down.

Each team will have the option to participate in 2-4 high profile major tournaments located in Illinois and Indiana and other nearby states.

Depending on the caliber of the team and the parental support, we will provide options for the team to decide.

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12U boys team at 2024 AAU/JVA Chi-Town Boys Challenge. Silver medal finalists

How many teams will you have and which age groups?

We will have a variety of teams from U12 level to U18 level depending on the number of athletes and skill level. We plan to have 18U, 16U, 14U, 13U, and 12U.

Age group is determined by the age of the athlete on July 1.

12 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2013

13 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2012

14 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2011

15 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2010

16 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2009

17 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2008

18 & Under: Born on or after July 1, 2007

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What are the fees to participate in club volleyball?

The cost will differ depending on the number of players on the team, gym fees, and the number of tournaments and matches the team elects to participate in.

Our intent is to compete as much as we can locally within the state of Michigan to minimize transportation and accommodation expenses.

At the same time, for the teams who demonstrate the ability to compete on the regional stage, we will provide options for them to compete in major tournaments outside Michigan.

The cost for boys local three months teams will be $500-700.

The cost for regional teams will be $1,500 to $2,100 depending on the number of travel tournaments.

Do you support multi-sport athletes?

Yes, we will try to accommodate multi-sport athletes as much as possible.

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