Programs Overview

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What are Blocks?

KVA divides our programming calendar into time blocks for easy reference. Each block of programming will open for registration as the block previous to it closes. Registration remains open until programs are full, athletes can join sessions which have already started for a modified registration fee. 

BLOCK#       Programming Dates

1.            January to May
2.            June to August
3.            September to December

KVA Age Guidelines

Unlike competitive club teams where age groups (U12–U18) are strictly defined, KVA programs use age categories as flexible guidelines within a reasonable age range, not unlimited choice.

As a general reference:

• U12: ages 9–12 
• U14: ages 10–14 
• U16: ages 13–16 
• U18: ages 15–18 

Athletes should register based on both age and skill level.

• Players may move slightly up or down within their age range depending on experience and ability. 
• However, athletes must remain within an appropriate age grouping,  For example, a 10-year-old cannot register for a U18 program. 

If you’re new to volleyball, we recommend choosing the lower age group within your range to build confidence and fundamentals. More experienced athletes may benefit from selecting a higher level within their eligible range for added challenge.

Our priority is placing athletes where they will be safe, confident, and challenged appropriately.                                                      

Programming Options

As our volleyball community grows, our Academy remains dedicated to developing, streamlining, and improving our programs to provide the best possible experience for every athlete. So programming options will change from time to time. 

At this time our programming is divided by age group (i.e. U18 or U12), gender (Boys, Girls or Open) and type. 

Train and Plays

Our Train & Play sessions provide the ideal balance of skill development and game experience. Each session is thoughtfully structured with dedicated time for coached drills focused on volleyball fundamentals and progression and organized gameplay led by our experienced coaching team. Designed for athletes of all levels — from beginners to advanced players — these sessions create a fun, challenging, and supportive environment to grow and compete. Train and Plays are offered in weekly repeating time slots (i.e. every Tuesday 5pm-630pm) with opportunities in different age and gender groupings. 

Our Competitive Team Training is an elevated Train and Play, offered twice weekly over multiple programming blocks, designed to train and specific group of athletes to prepare for future team competition.   

Clinics

Our focused skill clinics are designed to help athletes refine technique, build consistency, and gain confidence in key areas of the game. Each clinic provides detailed instruction, high-repetition training, and game-realistic scenarios led by experienced coaches. These sessions are ideal for athletes who want to sharpen specific skills and elevate their overall performance. Clinics are currently offered in different age categories and are scheduled for 1.5 or 2hr time slots in a one session format (i.e. Sunday 10am-12pm).  

CAMPS

Volleyball Camps are delivered in repeating days/times during breaks ( December, March Break and Summer) and offer a more intensive volleyball experience for athletes with full days or half day training sessions. Camps are structured, to balance fun and learning, play and skill development and are lead by our outstanding coaching staff. You can sign-up for Camps for a Single Day Experience, or the Entire Week. 

Private Sessions

Our private volleyball sessions offer personalized, high-level coaching tailored to each athlete’s age, skill level, and goals. Whether you’re brand new to the game or preparing for competitive play, these one-on-one sessions provide focused instruction designed to accelerate development and build confidence.

Athletes receive individualized feedback on key areas such as passing, serving, attacking, defense, court awareness, decision-making, and overall game strategy. Each session is customized to target specific skills, refine technique, and address areas for improvement in a supportive and motivating environment.

Private Sessions will be open for booking 3 weeks prior and if not reserved will close 7 days before session date. 

If you wish to book multiple private lessons or you are interested in having one of our coaches observe, support, or lead one of your team practices around the Kingston area, we are happy to help.   Please contact Volleyball Director Ryan Stoness.

info@kvbacademy.ca