Development Programs
Improve your game year round with a variety of options based on age, experience, and skill!
New refund policy in effect, please familiarize yourself with our updated refund policy.
Age categories for our Development Programs will mirror the age categories set by Volleyball BC and Volleyball Canada
Your child may be eligible for more than one age category; when registering for programs, please ensure you consider your child’s skill/ability along with age.
Age Categories for 2027:
- 8U: Sept. 1, 2018 – Dec. 31, 2019
- 9U: Sept. 1, 2017 – Dec. 31, 2018
- 10U: Sept. 1, 2016 – Dec. 31, 2017
- 11U: Sept. 1, 2015 – Dec. 31, 2016
- 12U: Sept. 1, 2014 – Dec. 31, 2015
- 13U: Sept. 1, 2013 – Dec. 31, 2014
- 14U: Sept. 1, 2012 – Dec. 31, 2013
- 15U: Sept. 1, 2011 – Dec. 31, 2012
- 16U: Sept. 1, 2010 – Dec. 31, 2011
- 17U: Sept. 1, 2009 – Dec. 31, 2010
- 18U: Sept. 1, 2008 – Dec. 31, 2009
Apex Smashball
What is Apex Smashball?
Apex Smashball is a program for our youngest athletes. Through this program our athletes will develop essential skills, compete, and play in an age appropriate setting. With a focus on fundamentals and gameplay, Apex Smashball develops the physical skills and knowledge base needed to participate in full-court volleyball.
The program, derived from Volleyball Canada, progresses through a number of levels that introduce new skills and concepts. Apex Smashball is played on a smaller court with modified, age-appropriate rules so that we can keep up the intensity, engagement, and most importantly, the fun of playing Volleyball!
There is no requirement or prerequisite to enroll in this program.
8U-10U program will play on a lower net, while the 10U-11U program will play on a slightly higher net.
The cycles of actions for each level are:
Level 1 – Catch, Run to the net, SPIKE over the net.
Level 2 – Catch, Pass with a toss towards the net, Set with a toss along the net, SPIKE over the net.
Level 3 – Catch, Pass with a toss towards the net, Set with a VOLLEY along the net, SPIKE over the net.
Level 4 – Pass with a BUMP towards the net, Catch and set with a toss along the net, SPIKE over the net.
Level 5 – PLAY VOLLEYBALL Participants get the opportunity to play a modified version of volleyball using all of the skills that they have learned over the course of the sessions.
NEW for 2026!
Smashball Advanced
Elevate your play with Apex Smashball Advanced, the premier transition to competitive volleyball!
Specifically designed for athletes eyeing the 12U competitive stream and their Grade 7 elementary season, this program will get you court ready.
This is a high-energy environment focused on skill development and team play. We prioritize a “learning through fun” philosophy, ensuring athletes build the confidence and IQ needed on the court.
Ready to level up? Register for Apex Smashball Advanced and start your competitive journey today!
Eligibility for this program: must be born between Sept 1, 2015 – Dec 31, 2016 or, if younger, must have completed at least 3 Smashball seasons.
Train & Play - Novice
Created for beginners and novices, athletes will develop correct techniques in passing, setting, hitting, digging and serving in a fun and positive environment, intertwined with game play.
This is a co-ed program for athletes 12U – 13U
Train & Play - Intermediate
If you’re a volleyball player with experience looking to get some more touches and repetitions, this program is for you. We aim to increase your knowledge and understanding of volleyball movements and game play strategies and tactics through drills and structured game play.
This is a co-ed program for athletes 14U – 15U
Adult Intermediate
Time to get back on the court! If you’re looking to build up your fundamental volleyball skills and get some quality game time in, register for our newly developed Adults program!
Coaches will help you build your skills, learn team systems and game tactics in this program that is designed for adults who already possess the basics of the sport.
This is a co-ed program for adults 19+