YOUTH PROGRAMS

How to Register for Youth Programs

1. Please CLICK HERE if you need to create an account in our new registration system, or to log in to register.
Before clicking link, above, please look below for how to find information on each individual program.

2. Once you create an account, you will receive an email to activate your account. Please do this prior to attempting to register.

3. Please select “Events” from the menu on the left or “Add” under Events in the centre of the page. A list of volleyball events will be listed in order by date. Select the event you are seeking by matching the Sportlomo ID to the item on the page. You may also filter the list by selecting the relevant Event Group, for your event.

4. Enter the purchaser’s information as prompted. Then enter the registration information as prompted.

5. Make payment with the secure checkout (you will receive an email confirmation that you have been registered).

Learn To Play (Smashball)

Learn to Play (Smashball) is a fun and engaging way for young athletes to learn volleyball. The program progresses through a series of lessons that gradually introduce new volleyball skills and concepts. It is designed for participants aged 8 to 12 and is open to everyone, regardless of experience. Coaches adapt activities and introduce skills and concepts at an appropriate pace to ensure every athlete is challenged, supported, and actively involved throughout their learning journey.

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Location Program Days Ages # of Sessions Cost Program Runs Dates No Sessions On
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Learn to Play (Smashball) Winter Monday 8-12 8 $216 4:15-5:15pm January 12 - March 9 February 16
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Learn to Play (Smashball) Winter Monday 8-12 8 $216 5:20-6:20pm January 12 - March 9 February 16
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Learn to Play (Smashball) Winter Wednesday 8-12 8 $216 4:15-5:15pm January 14 - March 4
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Learn to Play (Smashball) Winter Wednesday 8-12 8 $216 5:20-6:20pm January 14 - March 4
Location Program Days Ages Program Runs Dates Cost No Sessions On
Frank Hobbs Elementary School, Victoria Smashball FALL 1 Mondays 9 – 12 6:30-7:30 PM Sept 29 - Nov 3
(5 weeks)
$145 Oct 13
Frank Hobbs Elementary School, Victoria Smashball FALL 1 Mondays 9 – 12 7:45-8:45 PM Sept 29 - Nov 3
(5 weeks)
$145 Oct 13
Frank Hobbs Elementary School, Victoria Smashball FALL 2 Mondays 9 – 12 6:30-7:30 PM Nov 10 - Dec 8
(5 weeks)
$145
Frank Hobbs Elementary School, Victoria Smashball WINTER 1 Mondays 9 – 12 6:30-7:30 PM Jan 5 - Feb 2
(5 weeks)
$145
Frank Hobbs Elementary School, Victoria Smashball WINTER 1 Mondays 9 – 12 7:45-8:45 PM Jan 5 - Feb 2
(5 weeks)
$145

Smashball and Train & Play Programs are run in partnership with several municipalities throughout the Okanagan.

See below for current offerings:

Kelowna:

Activity: Smashball

Location: Watson Road Elementary Gymnasium – 475 Yates Road, Kelowna
Dates: Sept. 25 – Oct. 23 
Times: 7:00 – 8:00 pm 

Register with the City of Kelowna (Wait list only)

Activity: Smashball

Location: Watson Road Elementary Gymnasium – 475 Yates Road, Kelowna
Dates: Nov. 6 – Dec. 4 
Times: 7:00 – 8:00 pm 

Register with the City of Kelowna (wait list only)

 

West Kelowna:

Activity: Smashball

Location: Mar Jok Elementary School

Dates: September 8 – Oct. 20
Times: 5:15 – 6:15

Register here

Location Program Days Ages Program Runs Dates Cost No Sessions On SportLomo ID
Selkirk College (Castlegar) Smashball Tuesdays Grades 4-5 5:30-7:00pm Feb 10-Mar 3 (5 total sessions) $130.00

Train & Play

The Train & Play sessions are designed for participants of all levels to learn volleyball in a low-pressure, developmentally appropriate environment. Coaches will instruct the participants on the different technical and tactical skills of volleyball using both the traditional and conceptual approach. This program is typically for athletes 13-16 years old. 

Location Program Days Ages # of Sessions Cost Program Runs Dates No Sessions On
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Train & Play Winter Monday 13-16 8 $216 4:15-5:15 pm January 12 - March 9 February 16
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Train & Play Winter Monday 13-16 8 $216 5:20-6:20 pm January 12 - March 9 February 16
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Train & Play Winter Wednesday 13-16 8 $216 4:15-5:15 pm January 14 - March 4
Harry Jerome Sports Centre Train & Play Winter Wednesday 13-16 8 $216 5:20-6:20 pm January 14 - March 4
Location Program Days Ages Program Runs Dates Cost No Sessions On
Reynolds Secondary School - Victoria Train & Play FALL 2 - 2025 Sundays 13 – 16 11:15am-1pm (105 min) Oct 26 - Nov 30 (6 weeks) $290
Reynolds Secondary School - Victoria Train & Play WINTER 1 - 2026 Sundays 13 – 16 10:00am-12pm (2 hrs) Jan 4 - Feb 8 (6 weeks) $320
TBC - Victoria Train & Play FALL 1 - 2026 Sundays 13 – 16 10:00am-12pm (2 hrs) TBC FALL 2026 (6 weeks) TBC

Smashball and Train & Play Programs are run in partnership with several municipalities throughout the Okanagan.

See below for current offerings:

Kelowna:

Location: Parkinson Rec. Centre, Kelowna
Dates: Sept. 22 – Nov. 3 (Mondays)
Times: 4:30 – 5:30pm

Register here

Location: Watson Road Elementary Gym, Kelowna
Dates: Sept. 25 – Oct. 23 (Thursdays)
Times: 8:15 – 9:15pm

Register here

Location: Watson Road Elementary Gym, Kelowna
Dates: Nov. 6 – Dec. 4 (Thursdays)
Times: 8:15 – 9:15pm

Register here

Location: Parkinson Rec. Centre, Kelowna
Dates: Nov. 10 – Dec. 15 (Mondays)
Times: 4:30 – 5:30pm

Register here

Castlegar Train & Play Camp

Age: Grade 8-9 (max 18 registrations)

Dates: Jan 6,13,20,27, Feb 3. 5 sessions.

Time: 5:30-7:00 PM

Location: Selkirk College Gym. 301 Frank Beinder Way.

Cost: $130

Castlegar Train & Play

Friday Fun Play League

Age: Grade 8-9 (max 24 registrations)

Dates: February 6, 13, 20, March 6, 13. 5 sessions.

Time: 5:00-7:00 PM (30 min. skill development, 90 min. game play)

Location: Selkirk College Gym. 301 Frank Beinder Way.

Cost: $170

Sign Up NOW, limited spots are available

Registration is open! Register HERE 

In Sportlomo, enter “KT” in the Event name to search for Kootenay camps.

House Leagues

The youth league will see participants receive approximately 20-30 minutes of instruction with the remaining time dedicated to gameplay. The league will be focused on 6 vs 6 and will see teams rotating and changing each week, while remaining within the designated cohort.

This league is for ages 13-15U and 16-18U and is recommended for more advanced players. 

Location Program Days Ages # of Sessions Cost Program Runs Dates No Sessions On
Harry Jerome Sports Centre House League Winter Friday 13-15 8 $240 5:00-6:30 pm January 9 - March 6 February 13
Harry Jerome Sports Centre House League Winter Friday 16-18 8 $240 5:00-6:30 pm January 9 - March 6 February 13

Please click here to visit the City of Kelowna Recreation Facility website where you can find volleyball programs that are run in partnership with Volleyball BC.

Regional Development camps

Volleyball BC is excited to welcome all athletes ages 13-16 years old to register for Regional Development Camps across the province. If you are looking to grow your skills and increase your Volleyball IQ while having lots of fun, these camps are for you!

Athletes that attend our Regional Development Camps will have the opportunity to learn from experienced coaches, and be exposed to developmentally appropriate high performance volleyball concepts. To increase your advantage over your competition, register today!

VBC Winter Development Camp | 12/13/14U
  • Gender: Boys & Girls

    Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm

    Location: Harry Jerome Sports Centre, Burnaby, BC

    Date: December 20th/21st

    Price: $180.00

VBC Winter Development Camp | 15/16U
  • Gender: Boys & Girls

    Times: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

    Location: Harry Jerome Sports Centre, Burnaby, BC

    Date: December 20th/21st

    Price: $180.00

For more information contact: lm@volleyballbc.org

Click here for more information on how to register.

VBC Winter Development Camp | 14U – 16U
  • Gender: Girls

    Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm

    Location: R.E. Mountain Secondary School

    Date: December 6th/7th

    Price: $180.00

VBC Winter Development Camp | 14 – 16U
  • Gender: Boys

    Times: 1:00pm – 4:00pm

    Location: R.E. Mountain Secondary School

    Date: December 6th/7th

    Price: $180.00

For more information contact: fv@volleyballbc.org

Click here for more information on how to register.

December 13 & 14, 2025 – Vancouver Island
  • VBC Winter Dev Camp | for girls 13 to 14 years old
    Gender: Girls
    Times: 9am – 12pm
    Location: St. Michael’s University School (SMUS), Victoria
    Cost: $180
  • VBC Winter Dev Camp | for girls 15 to 16 years old and all boys
    Gender: all
    Times: 1 – 4pm
    Location: St. Michael’s University School (SMUS), Victoria
    Cost: $180

Registration open now in SportLomo!
For more information please contact: island@volleyballbc.org 

Click here for more information on how to register.

March 23-27, 2026 – Vancouver Island
  • VBC Spring Break Dev Camp | for youth 13 to 14 years old
    Gender: all
    Times: 9am – 12pm
    Location: St. Michael’s University School (SMUS), Victoria
    Cost: TBC
  • VBC Spring Break Dev Camp | for youth 15 to 16 years old
    Gender: all
    Times: 1 – 4pm
    Location: St. Michael’s University School (SMUS), Victoria
    Cost: TBC

Registration opening soon in SportLomo
For more information please contact: island@volleyballbc.org 

Click here for more information on how to register.

Club Prep Camp, Salmon Arm

Gender: Boys & Girls
Ages: 12 – 16

Date: Oct. 19
Times: 9:00-12:00 (12-14U) and 12:30-3:30 (15-16U)
Location: J L Jackson Secondary
Cost: $85.00

Limited spots available. Sign up ASAP. Register here

Instructions for registering in Sportlomo are here

Club Prep Camp, Penticton

Gender: Boys & Girls
Ages: 12 – 16

Date: Oct. 26
Times: 9:00-12:00 (12-14U) and 12:30-3:30 (15-16U)
Location: Unisus School, Summerland 
Cost: $85.00

Limited spots available. Sign up ASAP. Register here

Instructions for registering in Sportlomo are here

Girls Winter Development Camp, Kelowna

Ages: 12 – 17

Dates: Dec. 13 & 14
Times: 9:00-12:00 (12-14U) and 12:30-3:30 (15-16U)
Location: OKM School, Kelowna 
Cost: $170.00

Limited spots available. Sign up ASAP. Register here

Instructions for registering in Sportlomo are here

Boys Winter Development Camp, Kelowna

Ages: 13 – 17

Dates: Dec. 13
Times: 10:00 – 3:30 
Location: UNISUS School, Summerland
Cost: $145.00

Register here

Instructions for registering in Sportlomo are here

For more information contact: Okanagan@volleyballbc.org 

Dec 6/7 – 13-14U, 16-16U
  • VBC Winter Break Dev Camp
  • Gender: Females and Males
  • Group 1 (13-14U): (9:30 am-12:30 pm) both days SPOTS AVAILABLE
  • Group 2 (15-16U): 1:30 pm-4:30 pm both days SOLD OUT
  • Location: LV Rogers Secondary School. 1004 Cottonwood Street, Nelson
  • Cost: $170
Dec 20/21 – 12-14U
  • VBC Winter Break Dev Camp
  • Gender: Females and Males
  • Session 1: Saturday 10:00 am-1:00 pm / Session 2: Sunday 10:00 am-1:00 pm
  • Location: Dan Joe Memorial Gym. 7500 Mission Road, Cranbrook.
  • Cost: $170

For more information contact: kootenay@volleyballbc.org

Click here for more information on how to register.

March 29th, 30th – 12-14U, 15 – 18U
  • VBC Winter Break Dev Camp
    Gender: Females and Males
    Times: Group 1: 9:30am-12:30pm; Group 2: 1:30 – 4:30
    Location: Selkirk College, 301 Frank Beinderway, Castlegar
    Coaches: Cody Piwowar

For more information contact: kootenay@volleyballbc.org

Click here for more information on how to register.

SUMMER TEAM BC IGNITE CAMPS
Camp #1: July 7-10, 2025 and 
Camp#2: August 18-21, 2025
Team BC Ignite 12U-14U
4 Day Camps for boys and girls
Monday to Thursday 10am – 4pm
Location: Cedars Christian School – Prince George
 

For more information contact:  north@volleyballbc.org

Click here for more information on how to register

Volleyball BC camps

Volleyball BC hosts learn to play, skill development and high performance volleyball programs in all parts of the province. The many of our programs are hosted at the Harry Jerome Sports Centre, the home of VBC.

Registration is open for various Camps please see the program options available below.

Summer Overnight Girls Volleyball Camp

Volleyball BC is excited to continue partnering with St. Michael’s University School (SMUS). An independent, not-for-profit school in Victoria, BC, SMUS offers its community and the public hands-on, skill-based camp programs that offer learners the opportunity to Learn, Discover, and Create in a safe, engaging and fun environment.
The overnight Volleyball Camp has been divided into two age groups, for girls, each with its own set of dates.
 
  • Ages 13-14: Sunday, June 28th – Friday, July 3rd, 2026
  • Ages 15-17: Monday, Aug 3rd – Saturday, Aug 8th, 2026

The volleyball camp will focus on skill development, game specific scenarios, mental approaches to the game, Volleyball IQ, teamwork, and many other facets of the game.

If you are an athlete that is serious about getting better at volleyball, this camp is for you.

What’s Included:

  • Top level professional coaching staff
  • Comprehensive training plans and individualized attention
  • Positive, high energy training environment
  • Direction on skills development and game play
  • Opportunities to apply skills to game play situations in drills
  • Double occupancy rooms with private washrooms
  • 3 nutritious meals and 2 snacks per day
  • Beautiful dining hall and common areas
  • 24-hour supervision
  • A super fun camp experience
Location: St. Michael’s University School, 3400 Richmond Rd, Victoria, BC V8P 4P5
For More Information & To Register: https://www.smus.ca/camps/overnight/volleyball

CLUB PREP CAMPS:

Get ready for club volleyball tryouts!

Looking to get a head start on the competition, and get in some last minute training prior to club tryouts?

Volleyball BC is offering a Club Prep Camp in the fall of 2026. Club Prep Camp includes two, 3 hour, advanced skills sessions with the goal of supporting committed volleyball players who want to try out for club volleyball in early December. This camp will feature experienced volleyball coaches who can help with the development of the skills necessary for a successful tryout with a club team. This camp is for hard working, passionate athletes eager to try out for a club team this fall.

Location: Program:  Dates:    Program times:   
TBC Club Prep Camp TBC 13-15U Girls 9am-12pm
TBC Club Prep Camp TBC 16-18U Girls 1-4pm
TBC Club Prep Camp TBC Boys 1-4pm

Cost: TBC – REGISTER in FALL 2026

REGISTRATION CLOSING DATE: TBC


NEW FOR VOLLEYBALL BC on Vancouver Island!

Strength and Conditioning Fundamentals for Volleyball Athletes

Partnering with MCP Sports Conditioning in Victoria, and Prime’ Performance & Therapy in Nanaimo, this 8-week program will cover:

Specificity Of Training – What’s best for young athletes to be doing.

  • Strength
  • Power 
  • Mobility
  • Agility 
  • Endurance 
  • Aerobic 
  • Anaerobic
  • Warm up and cool down 

We will cover all of these concepts and answer the questions of 

  • How to perform exercises
  • Why we perform certain exercises
  • When we perform certain exercises
  • What exercises we will concentrate on
  • How to make exercise and fitness fun, for life

Injury prevention & injury management

  • Regeneration and recovery
  • Injury assessment 
  • Return to play protocols

For the most part this will be a teaching (learning) opportunity to provide young athletes with the fundamentals and concepts to prepare themselves properly for competition at higher levels.

Strength and Conditioning Fundamentals for Volleyball (open to girls and boys, ages 13-18)

Wednesdays, 6:00pm-7:30pm

November 26 through January 28, 8 weeks (excluding December 24 & 31)

@ MCP Sports Conditioning in Victoria
@ Prime’ Performance & Therapy in Nanaimo

Cost: $220 – REGISTER NOW – ONLY 24 Spaces Available, will fill fast


Girls Volleyball Summer Overnight Camp

Volleyball BC is is proud to partner with Shawnigan Lake School (SLS) to offer a fun and skills-filled week of Girls’ Volleyball camp. Shawnigan Lake School is an independent, co-educational boarding school. It is located on a 270-acre lakefront campus in Shawnigan Lake, BC. which offers unparalleled accommodations, world class athletic facilities, and acres of picturesque grounds. Overnight campers are treated to an immersive Shawnigan experience that includes eating in our stunning dining hall, swimming in Shawnigan Lake, engaging in evening games and activities, and staying in one of our fully equipped boarding houses along with Shawnigan staff members.
The overnight Volleyball Camp has been divided into two age groups, for girls, each with its own set of dates.
 
  • Ages 13-14: 2026 Dates TBC
  • Ages 15-16: 2026 Dates TBC

This overnight camp will focus on skill development, game-specific scenarios, mental approaches to the game, volleyball IQ, teamwork, and many other areas of the game that will help players take their game to the next level.

What you can expect:

  • Positive, high energy training environment
  • Top level professional coaching staff
  • Comprehensive training plans and individualized attention to support skills development and game play
  • Camp T-shirt and sack pack for all
  • 3 nutritious meals and snacks per day
  • Double occupancy rooms
  • 24-hour supervision
  • Evening entertainment including lake swimming and waterfront fun

Location: Shawnigan Lake School, 1975 Renfrew Road, Shawnigan Lake, BC V8H 2G7

For More Information & To Register: https://www.shawnigan.ca/programs/summer-camps#

Ignite Spring Break Volleyball Camps – Learn to Play and Train & Play – Week 1

Dates: March 16 – 20th 

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Harry Jerome Sports Centre

Details: this is an introductory camp that focuses on the key skills of passing, serving and attacking. Participants can expect skills, drills, games and fun!

Learn to Play – recommended for ages 8 to 12 years 

Train & Play – recommended for ages 13 to 16 years

Cost: $400.00

 

Ignite Spring Break Volleyball Camps – Learn to Play and Train & Play – Week 2

Dates: March 23 – 27th 

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Harry Jerome Sports Centre

Details: this is an introductory camp that focuses on the key skills of passing, serving and attacking. Participants can expect skills, drills, games and fun!

Learn to Play – recommended for ages 8 to 12 years 

Train & Play – recommended for ages 13 to 16 years

Cost: $400.00

 

Please Note: 

Participants are required to bring lunch, snacks and a water bottle each day. 

Sign up in Sportlomo; instructions can be found here.

Ignite Grass Volleyball Camp

Dates: July 21st – 25th, 2025 and August 18th – 22nd

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Central Park, Burnaby

Details: this is an introductory camp (recommended ages 10-14) that focuses on the key skills of passing, serving and attacking. Participants can expect skills, drills, games and fun!

Cost: $450.00

Participants are required to bring lunch, snacks and a water bottle each day. 

Sign up in Sportlomo; instructions can be found here.

Ignite Grass Volleyball Camp

Dates: August 18-22, 2025

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Cameron Park, Kelowna

Details: this is an introductory camp (recommended ages 10-14) that focuses on the key skills of passing, serving and attacking. Participants can expect skills, drills, games and fun!

Cost: $395.00

Participants are required to bring lunch, snacks and a water bottle each day. 

Sign up in Sportlomo; instructions can be found here.

Check back here for upcoming Volleyball BC Kootenay Volleyball Camps!
Camp #1: July 7-10, 2025 and 
Camp#2: August 18-21, 2025
Team BC Ignite 12U-14U
4 Day Camps for boys and girls
Monday to Thursday 10am – 4pm
Location: Cedars Christian School – Prince George

 

For more information contact:  north@volleyballbc.org

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Resources

Contact Information

For Recreation Programs in the Greater Vancouver Area contact: youth@volleyballbc.org 

For information on the Regional Recreation Programs and Regional Development camps/clinics please see the contact information below:

Lower Mainland: lm@volleyballbc.org

Fraser Valley: fv@volleyballbc.org

Vancouver Island: island@volleyballbc.org

Okanagan: okanagan@volleyballbc.org

Kootenay: kootenay@volleyballbc.org

North: north@volleyballbc.org