Team BC Beach Information Package

Summer 2026

This information package provides athletes and parents with an overview of the 2026 Team BC

Beach program, including eligibility, selection, training and competition plans, program fees, and

key expectations. 

Program Overview

Volleyball BC (VBC) Team BC Beach program provides an opportunity for athletes and coaches to advance along the high-performance pathway for beach volleyball.  The program is based on the guidelines set by Sport for Life and Volleyball Canada’s Long-term Athlete Development Plan for the Train to Compete stage. 

The Team BC Beach program provides a unique opportunity for youth players across British Columbia to experience high quality training in beach volleyball, in an environment that fosters skills development and a focus on personal potential.  The program is designed to provide high performance experience to as many youth athletes around BC as possible in the following pathway:

• Volleyball BC will identify and select athletes in the Train to Compete stage (18-20 years) to participate in training blocks before gaining competition experience at beach volleyball tournaments around British Columbia and Albera.

• The Team BC Beach Program also provides a focus on providing training for male and female coaches in beach volleyball. This allows them to develop their coaching skills and assume a position of leadership in support of athletes

Program Vision, Mission, and Core Values

Vision – To be a national leader in the development of beach volleyball athletes and coaches.

Mission – To create a diverse High Performance training environment with a strong connection to the National Team System. Team BC will prepare athletes for performance at post-secondary, professional and international levels.

Core Values

Leadership

Athletes and Coaches that participate with the Team BC program are already leaders within their own communities. Team BC facilitates opportunities for our sports leaders to develop their leadership skills.

Passion

Team BC values passion and commitment to our sport. Athletes and coaches who share the same passion and commitment to beach volleyball are challenged to strive for their very best.

Growth

Team BC challenges each athlete and coach for constant improvement and growth. 

Excellence

Team BC provides competitive environments for athletes and teams to pursue excellence. Team BC teams participate in the National Team Challenge Cup as well as other national and international events.

Team BC Program Goals

To identify athletes who have the potential to develop and reach post-secondary, national team and professional levels.  

• To develop performance among the top age class athletes in the province of British Columbia.
• To develop an athlete’s technical, tactical, physical and psychological skills by exposing selected athletes to enriched levels of training and competition.
• To provide opportunities for personal and leadership development.
• To achieve high performance at the Canada Summer Games, Canada Cup, or BC Summer Games. 
• To foster the development and growth of competitive volleyball in BC by working with players, coaches, and volunteers associated with volleyball in BC. 

Who Is This Program For?

• Eligible Athletes: 20 and under as of December 31, 2026. (born in 2007 or later)
• Athletes who demonstrate strong technical ability, coachability, and commitment.
• Athletes with aspirations to compete at the collegiate, national, or international level.
• Coaches seeking advanced beach volleyball development experience.

Team BC Beach 20U Selection Process

The Selection Camp process will consist of drills and gameplay. At the conclusion of the tryout, the top 8 athletes, in pairs or as individuals, will be offered positions with the Team BC Beach 20U program. Should an athlete or pair have to withdraw from the competition due to injury or for another circumstance, the pair will not be considered for the program.

Team BC Beach Tryout Registration

Login to SportLomo, search for Team BC Beach. 

Competition Schedule

Note: Participation in all events may not be mandatory. Athletes will receive an event-by-event competition plan following selection.

Program Fees

Travel Athlete: $1,800 + GST

Includes:

• High performance coaching & coach expenses
• Training hours before competitions
• Team BC gear package
• Entry fees into all competitions

Alternate Athlete $1,000 + GST

• High performance coaching & coach expenses
• Training hours 
• Team BC gear package

Athletes are responsible for their own travel, accommodations and food while training and competing at events.

Fees are payable through the Volleyball BC registration system and help offset coaching, administration, athlete support, and select training expenses. https://volleyballbc.canada.sportsmanager.ie/sportlomo/registration/event-registration/index/1840

What Is Included?

• Team BC training sessions
• High performance coaching support at designated events
• Team apparel
• Program administration

Athlete Expectations

• Attend all scheduled training sessions and competitions.
• Demonstrate professionalism, coachability, and sportsmanship.
• Maintain communication with coaches and staff.
• Represent Volleyball BC with integrity.

Questions

For questions about the Team BC Beach program, please contact:

Alex de Chantal (he/him/his)
Beach Development Manager

VOLLEYBALL BC 

EMAIL adechantal@volleyballbc.org