BC Youth Volleyball – Wolfpack Club Volleyball Programs

Empowering Athletes Across British Columbia

BC Youth Volleyball is proud to offer three Wolfpack Club Volleyball program options designed to support athletes at different ages, experience levels, and competitive goals.

Whether your athlete is looking for a multi-sport experience, competitive volleyball development, or a high-performance pathway, Wolfpack offers a program to help them grow their skills, confidence, teamwork, and love of the game.

Explore the program options below to find the best fit for your athlete.

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1. Wolfpack Synergy Program

Multi-Sport & Club Preparation | Ages U12–U15

The Wolfpack Synergy program is designed for athletes who want to develop their volleyball skills while maintaining a multi-sport approach. With one practice per week and participation in the Friday Night Playday Series, athletes can build a foundation in volleyball in a flexible club environment.

Program Details

  • Target ages: U12–U15

  • Season: January–April

  • Practices: Once per week

  • League: Friday Night Playday Series

  • Competitions: Local

  • Tryouts: Not required; registration must be completed

  • Gear included: One set

  • Travel cost: $800

Who is this program for?

Synergy is a great option for athletes who want to learn and develop volleyball skills, participate in organized club volleyball, and continue enjoying other sports and activities.


2. Wolfpack Competitive Program

Competitive Development | Ages U13–U16 | 1 team per age group

The Wolfpack Competitive program is intended for athletes looking to take their volleyball development to the next level. With two practices per week and opportunities to participate in club, university, and Washington State events, athletes can continue developing their technical skills and competitive experience.

Program Details

  • Target ages: U13–U16

  • Season: January–May

  • Practices: Twice per week

  • League: Friday Night Playday Series

  • Competitions: Club, university, and Washington State events

  • Tryouts: Recommended to help place athletes on an appropriate team

  • Gear included: Two sets

  • Travel cost: $1,500–$1,800

Who is this program for?

The Competitive program is suited to athletes who want more frequent training, continued skill development, and opportunities to compete against other clubs and teams.

Optional year-end travel opportunities may also be available.

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3. Wolfpack Academy Hybrid Program

High Performance | Ages U13–U16 and U17/U18+ | 1 team per age group

The Wolfpack Academy Hybrid program is designed for athletes seeking a high-performance volleyball experience through Wolfpack Volleyball and Academy Volleyball BC (VBC).

This program combines regular volleyball training with opportunities to pursue a more advanced competitive pathway.

Program Details

  • Target ages: U13–U16 and U17/U18(pending interest0

  • Season: January–June

  • Practices: Twice per week

  • Competitions: Club, university, Washington State, and VBC competitions, including provincials

  • Tryouts: Mandatory

  • Gear included: Four shirts — two for Wolfpack and two for Academy

  • Travel cost: $2,100

Athletes receive two warm-up shirts and two uniforms for Wolfpack volleyball, along with a separate set of two warm-up shirts and two uniforms for Academy volleyball.

Who is this program for?

The Academy Hybrid program is intended for athletes seeking a high-performance environment, additional competitive opportunities, and involvement in both Wolfpack and Academy volleyball.

Optional year-end travel opportunities may also be available.

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Program Comparison at a Glance

Feature Synergy Competitive Academy Hybrid
Primary focus Multi-sport and club preparation Competitive development High performance
Ages U12–U15 U13–U16 U13–U16 / U17/U18+
Season January–April January–May January–June
Practices 1 per week 2 per week 2 per week
League Friday Night Playday Series Friday Night Playday Series See program-specific competition details
Competition opportunities Local Club, university and Washington State Club, university, Washington State and VBC, including provincials
Tryouts Not required Recommended for team placement Mandatory
Gear 1 set 2 sets 4 shirts, with separate Wolfpack and Academy gear
Travel cost $800 $1,500–$1,800 $2,100

Program costs and details are based on the current program comparison brochure. Please confirm final fees, schedules, and competition plans with BC Youth Volleyball.


Optional Year-End Travel Opportunities

Wolfpack athletes may have the opportunity to participate in optional year-end travel tournaments. These experiences can provide additional competition, team bonding, and the chance to play volleyball in new locations.

Potential travel opportunities include:

SCVA Summer Soiree – Anaheim, California

  • A tournament opportunity in the Anaheim area, near Disneyland.

Volleyball Festival – Phoenix, Arizona

  • A year-end volleyball festival in Phoenix.

Year-end travel is optional and may involve additional expenses. Please confirm tournament participation, dates, and travel arrangements with the club.


Registration & Financial Assistance

BC Youth Volleyball believes that financial circumstances should never prevent an athlete from participating in sport.

Families are encouraged to explore available financial assistance programs, including:

  • KidSport BC

  • Jumpstart

  • Athletics 4 Kids (A4K)

These organizations may provide funding support to help eligible families with registration and sport-related expenses. Eligibility and funding availability vary by program.


Registration & More Information

Club Season Information and Tryout Details

Club season information, program details, and tryout information can be found on our website.

Visit: www.bcyouthvolleyball.ca

We look forward to helping athletes across British Columbia develop their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game of volleyball with Wolfpack!

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Program Name: Grade 4-6 Wolfcub Volleyball Fundamentals Training


Duration: 9 weeks - Term 1 January to Spring Break - Term 2 Post Spring Break to end of May
Frequency:
Once per week - Mondays
Target Group:
Boys and girls in Grades 4-7

Overview:
This program is designed to introduce young athletes to the essential volleyball skills of bump, set, and spike in a fun, inclusive environment. Each term runs for 10 weeks, the program focuses on teaching proper techniques through modified training games, helping kids develop confidence, coordination, and a love for the game.

Program Focus:
Each week, athletes will participate in engaging drills and exercises that emphasize:

  • Bump: Teaching the fundamentals of the forearm pass for receiving serves and controlling the ball in play.
  • Set: Learning the overhead pass to accurately deliver the ball to teammates for attacks.
  • Spike: Introducing the basics of attacking the ball with controlled power and accuracy.

Training Approach:
To make learning fun and effective, we will use:

  • Modified Training Games: Games will be adapted to the skill level of the participants, using lower nets, lighter balls, and simplified rules to encourage participation and success.
  • Skill Progression: Each week builds on the previous session, ensuring that players gradually improve their skills in a structured, supportive environment.

Key Benefits:

  • Develop essential volleyball fundamentals in a fun, team-oriented setting
  • Build coordination, teamwork, and self-confidence
  • Learn through play-based activities that keep kids engaged

This program is the perfect way to start your volleyball journey, providing a strong foundation that will help young athletes progress to more competitive play as they grow.

 

Program Overview: Synergy Multi-Sport & Development League (Grade 6-10 Boys/Girls)

Welcome to the Synergy Multi-Sport & Development League for boys & girls, A 20-week program meeting once per week, ideal for girls passionate about volleyball but unable to commit to a full "Club" season. Synergy balances skill development and gameplay in a fun, competitive environment.Teams will compete in select playdays(TBC) and local club events..

Returning Players may register directly through the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePO5iR_cWWXJLMHOGvHe3w8XK-GXOXBzCPksNI4eFhIZ1cHw/viewform?usp=dialog

Tryouts/Selections: For our Synergy Multi-Sport & Development League for boys/girls - NO TRYOUTS are necessary. Simply proceed to registration. Teams of eight athletes will be formed. Athletes can register as individuals and will be placed on appropriate teams, or they can register as a group and be placed on the same team(Teams must be groups of eight athletes. Groups registering together with less than eight athletes will have additional athletes placed in the group to form a team of eight).

Program Structure:

  • Duration: 20 weeks
  • Frequency: Once per week - on either Mondays or Tuesdays
  • Focus:
    • Skill Development: 15-20 minutes of focused training on volleyball fundamentals (passing, setting, spiking, and more).
    • Gameplay: Exciting matches with a mix of 4 vs 4 on modified courts and 6 vs 6 on full-sized volleyball courts.

Key Features:

  • Teams: Athletes will be grouped into teams of eight, ensuring a small team atmosphere that fosters teamwork and communication.
  • Position Rotation: Athletes will have the opportunity to play all positions, enhancing their overall understanding of the game.
  • Skill Development: All skills will be developed, including passing, setting, spiking, serving, and team strategy, to ensure well-rounded player growth.
  • Game Environment: The flexible gameplay structure allows for both fast-paced, small-team action and traditional volleyball on larger courts.

Ideal for: Girls who love volleyball but have other commitments that make it difficult to join a full-time Club team. Synergy offers a chance to stay involved, improve skills, and experience competitive play without the time demands of a full club season. The difference between our Synergy and Wolfpack programs is based on the number of training opportunities per week, and the level of competition that the athletes will compete against. Athletes will be evaluated based on current skill level, potential for development, coach ability, a positive growth mindset and their ability to compete as a team.

Join us in the Synergy League and keep growing in the sport you love!

 

2025-2026 Wolfpack SELECTS High Performance Club Teams
U15 Girls (Girls & Boys Grade9)

 

Program Overview: A 20-week, high-intensity HYBRID volleyball program for dedicated athletes. Running twice per week, it offers elite training and competition opportunities in events like the select Local HP events, (Girls team only)Northwest Power League, TulipFest, SFU tournaments, and the Emerald City Classic. An optional year-end travel tournament is also available.

Returning Players may register directly through the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePO5iR_cWWXJLMHOGvHe3w8XK-GXOXBzCPksNI4eFhIZ1cHw/viewform?usp=dialog

NEW ATHLETES:
Application/Tryouts/Selections:
 For our Wolfpack SELECTS High Performance Club Teams the following is the process to become a member:

  1. Complete the 2025-2026 Master Position Application that can be found here:

  1. Participate in one of our Open Evaluation Sessions - Dates and Times will be provided once the application has been completed.
  2. If available, submit video footage of you training or competing.
  3. Selections will be completed by early December.

Why do we have an application and evaluation process?
All athletes who have not played for BC Youth Volleyball are welcome to complete an application for a position on one of our High Performance Wolfpack Club teams. This application will include the completion of an application form, skills assessment, and possible match footage assessment.

“Talent may win games, but teamwork and intelligence builds champions.” Strong team players are the backbone of any team. When others fail, these are the people who venture on with strong resolve and persistence, committed to getting the job done.

For us, it’s simple. We want to continue the development of athletes who want to want to play for us. We are not interested in the formation of a group of individuals who may possess some advanced volleyball skill, but are not team players, or who may have their own agendas.

We continually prove that we are able to develop players and teams.

Character, Personality, Respect, Always reliable, ability to Communicate with Confidence, Selfless, Adaptable, and displays Genuine Commitment, are all qualities that we look for in athletes we train.

Volleyball…. We can teach, however, a mindset focussed on team before self, and process over results is what we will focus on.

Key Features:

  • Duration: 20 weeks
  • Training Frequency: Twice per week between Mondays to Thursdays 500-1000pm
  • Focus: High-Performance Training and Competitions
  • Competitions:
    • Northwest Power League
    • TulipFest
    • SFU events
    • Emerald City Classic
    • Optional year-end travel tournament

Who Should Join: This program is ideal for athletes who are passionate about volleyball, dedicated to improving their skills, and prepared to commit to the rigors of a high-performance environment. Players will benefit from top-level coaching, advanced training techniques, and the opportunity to compete against some of the best teams in the region. The difference between our Synergy and Wolfpack programs is based on the number of training opportunities per week, and the level of competition that the athletes will compete against. Athletes will be evaluated based on current skill level, potential for development, coach ability, a positive growth mindset and their ability to compete as a team.

Program Goals:

  • Elevate volleyball skills through intensive training
  • Prepare for high-level competition
  • Foster teamwork, discipline, and leadership on and off the court

This is a great opportunity for young athletes to push their potential and compete in a dynamic, high-energy environment.

2025-2026 Wolfpack High Performance Club Teams
U13-18 Girls (Girls Grades 6-12)

 

Program Overview: The Wolfpack High Performance Club Teams are designed for athletes in grades 6-12 who are committed to developing their volleyball skills at an elite level. This 20-week program runs twice per week and focuses on high-performance training and preparation for competitive play. Athletes will have the opportunity to compete in some of the region's top tournaments, with an optional year-end travel tournament available.

Returning Players may register directly through the following link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePO5iR_cWWXJLMHOGvHe3w8XK-GXOXBzCPksNI4eFhIZ1cHw/viewform?usp=dialog

NEW ATHLETES:
Application/Tryouts/Selections:
 For our Wolfpack High Performance Club Teams the following is the process to become a member:

  1. Complete the 2025 Master Position Application that can be found here:

  1. Participate in one of our Open Evaluation Sessions - Dates and Times will be provided once the application has been completed.
  2. If available, submit video footage of you training or competing.
  3. Selections will be completed by early December.

Why do we have an application and evaluation process?
All athletes who have not played for BC Youth Volleyball are welcome to complete an application for a position on one of our High Performance Wolfpack Club teams. This application will include the completion of an application form, skills assessment, and possible match footage assessment.

“Talent may win games, but teamwork and intelligence builds champions.” Strong team players are the backbone of any team. When others fail, these are the people who venture on with strong resolve and persistence, committed to getting the job done.

For us, it’s simple. We want to continue the development of athletes who want to want to play for us. We are not interested in the formation of a group of individuals who may possess some advanced volleyball skill, but are not team players, or who may have their own agendas.

We continually prove that we are able to develop players and teams.

Character, Personality, Respect, Always reliable, ability to Communicate with Confidence, Selfless, Adaptable, and displays Genuine Commitment, are all qualities that we look for in athletes we train.

Volleyball…. We can teach, however, a mindset focussed on team before self, and process over results is what we will focus on.

Key Features:

  • Duration: 20 weeks
  • Training Frequency: Twice per week between Mondays to Thursdays 500-1000pm
  • Focus: High-Performance Training and Competitions
  • Competitions:
    • Northwest Power League
    • TulipFest
    • SFU events
    • Emerald City Classic
    • Optional year-end travel tournament

Who Should Join: This program is ideal for athletes who are passionate about volleyball, dedicated to improving their skills, and prepared to commit to the rigors of a high-performance environment. Players will benefit from top-level coaching, advanced training techniques, and the opportunity to compete against some of the best teams in the region. The difference between our Synergy and Wolfpack programs is based on the number of training opportunities per week, and the level of competition that the athletes will compete against. Athletes will be evaluated based on current skill level, potential for development, coach ability, a positive growth mindset and their ability to compete as a team.

Program Goals:

  • Elevate volleyball skills through intensive training
  • Prepare for high-level competition
  • Foster teamwork, discipline, and leadership on and off the court

This is a great opportunity for young athletes to push their potential and compete in a dynamic, high-energy environment.


BounceLAB & PST - Positional Setter Specialization Training


BounceLAB-Mondays | PST - Positional Setter Specialization Training-Thursdays

Each session is run independently. Athletes can register for either BounceLAB, Positional Setter Specialization Training, or both. Each program is run once a week for 20 weeks.

BounceLAB is our High performance Jump Training and Hitter Technical Training. It includes Plyometric jump training, and spiking footwork, technique, and attack shot selection and control.

PST - is our Positional Setter Specialization Training is our progressive High Performance Setter training that will develop proper setting technique, strength and footwork, location consistency, and set variety. It is designed for Setters who have a fundamental understanding of setting techniques.

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