Volleyball Camps

Volleyball Camp - Sport Camps for Sport Champs

A Sport Champ is an athlete who:

Doesn't give up despite tough circumstances
Always competes with purpose and passion
Loves the battle more than the victory
Is determined to turn failure into success
Seeks to honor God and teammates before self

Our experienced coaches promote teamwork, cooperation, and a spirit of good sportsmanship. All camps take place in a fun, inclusive learning environment.

Registration Opens:

March 18th, 2024

Find The Right Camp

Male and Female athletes going into grades 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.

A camp will run for 3 hours in the morning or the afternoon. At this point, each session can have up to 24 athletes. Please register even if there is a waiting list, as spots may open up.

***One week of camp does not normally give a player enough experience to go to the next level of camp in a proceeding week. We expect a player to be at the same level for all camps they join in the same summer.

See below for camp descriptions.

Volleyball Introductory Camp

This camp is designed for volleyball players who have played a little bit of organized volleyball in the past or are brand new to the game. This camp focuses on acquiring and starting early consolidation of basic volleyball skills. It is recommended that players enter this camp if they are going into grades 6, 7, or 8 and don't fulfill the recommendations for the Intermediate or Experienced Camp.

July 22nd - July 26th (8:30 AM to 11:30 AM)

The focus for this week will be on developing individual skills that are needed to successfully play a team game. Skills will include cue reading and decision making, movement, passing, setting, hitting, serving, blocking, and digging. Much time will be spent in small group work and games for lots of ball contact. There will be 4 days indoors and 1 day on beach courts.

July 29th - August 2nd (12:00 PM to 3:00 PM)

The focus for this week will be on understanding 6v6 game play concepts. Along with individual skills, players will learn positions on the floor, rotations, defensive positions, and serve-receive positions. There will be 4 days indoors and 1 day on the beach courts.

Volleyball Intermediate Camp

This camp is designed for those who have acquired the basic skills of the game and are looking to continue to consolidate skills and gain an understanding of positioning. It is recommended that players enter the camp if they are going into grades 7, 8, or 9 and have done at least one of the following:

Attended Sport Camps 4 Sport Champs at HDCH for the 2 previous years.
Have already played two years of elementary volleyball and attended 2 or 3 other camps.
Played 2 years of elementary volleyball and have attended at least one year of Sport Camps 4 Sport Champs.

Some specific attributes that are helpful for athletes in this camp:

Consistently serve an overhand serve over the net from behind the endline.
Set a ball high and to the far side of the court from the setter's position.
Run to a spot quickly and forearm pass a ball effectively to the setter's position.
Consistently forearm pass a ball that has been overhand served.
Jump into the air and hit a ball over the net with the hitting hand.
Other things that help are overall height, quickness, and strength. These are important factors too.

July 22nd - July 26th (12:00 PM to 3:00 PM)

The focus for this week will be on developing individual skills that are needed to successfully play a team game. Skills will include cue reading and decision making, passing, setting, hitting, serving, blocking, and digging. Much time will be spent on small group work and games for lots of ball contact. There will be 4 days indoor and 1 day on the beach courts.

July 29th - August 2nd (8:30 AM to 11:30 AM)

The focus for this week will be on understanding 6v6 game play concepts. Using their individual skills, players will consolidate their knowledge of positions on the floor, rotations, defensive positions, playing with back row setters, and serve-receive positions. There will be 4 days outdoor and 1 day on the beach courts.

August 19th - August 23rd (8:30 AM to 11:30 AM)

The focus for this week will be on developing individual skills that are needed to successfully play a team game. Skills will include cue reading and decision making, passing, setting, hitting, serving, blocking, and digging. Much time will be spent on small group work and games for lots of ball contact. Simple Beach Volleyball strategies will be included during this week. There will be 2-3 days indoors and 2-3 days on the beach courts.

Volleyball Experienced Camp

This camp is designed for volleyball players who already have a lot of experience with the game. During this week, we will have some activities that are coed and some that have the boys and girls separated. It is recommended that players enter this camp if they are going into grades 8, 9, or 10, possess very good ball control, and they have done at least one of the following:

Played at least one full year of club volleyball in the OVA.
Played one full season of high school volleyball.

August 19th - August 23rd (12:00 PM to 3:00 PM)

The focus for this week will be on understanding 6v6 game play concepts. Using thier advanced individual skills, players will further their knowledge of specific positions, rotations, defensive positions, playing with back row and front row setters, back row attacks, and serve-receive options. There will be 4 days indoor and 1 day out on the bach courts.

Cost

Early Bird deadline is Friday, May 10, 2024

Volleyball Camp: $155/week | $145/week for early bird or additional camper

Families who register for more than one week or register more than one camper will receive the "early bird" rate for each additional week or each additional camper that is registered.

**New!! Policy on withdrawals from Camp!

Any withdrawal from camp will cost a minimum $25 admin fee.
50% refund for any withdrawal from camp within 14 days of the camp's first day.
No refund for any withdrawal from camp within 7 days of the camp's first day.

What To Bring

When Indoors:

Athletic Shoes (should be on before you enter the building).
Refillable water bottle.

When on the Beach:

Anything you need to play is already on (knee braces and ankle braces on before you come to beach courts)
Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, socks if sand is too hot, etc.
Refillable water bottle

Coaches

Brad Heidbuurt, Athletic Director, Hamilton District Christian High

An athletic director and physical education teacher, Brad has coached hundreds of students to become better athletes. In 2012, he started coaching volleyball at HDCH with the Junior Boys team and was tournament convener for OFSAA Girls "A" Volleyball in 2015.

"I love the game of volleyball and it is very rewarding to help players improve their skills and watch them fall in love with the game too!"

Brad played both high school and varsity volleyball at Redeemer University College. He has been coaching high school volleyball since 2012 and has been coaching with the Ancaster Lions Volleyball Club since 2015

"This week of volleyball will be an excellent way for the players to develop their skills. Learn more about the game, and get ready for the upcoming seasons in their elementary school teams, high school teams, and/or club teams."

Kyle Grootenboer, Athletic Coach, Hamilton District Christian High

I am first and foremost a volleyball fan. I love the energy of this beautiful sport! I played volleyball in high school, learning about the game from some incredible coaches. I played intramural volleyball at McMaster for 5 years while also playing in a men’s league in Hamilton. While at McMaster for 5 years, I attended each and every home game for the varsity men’s volleyball team. I loved to watch such high-quality volleyball.

In my first 5 years at HDCH, I coached the Jr Girls Volleyball Team for two years. I really enjoyed the experience with those teams and the sport of volleyball. This year, my sixth at HDCH, there was an opening to coach the Junior Boys volleyball team and I eagerly jumped at the opportunity.

Whether it is playing, watching, or coaching; I am always gung-ho to learn more about this beautiful game!

Rebecca Powell, Assistant Coach, Ancaster Lions Volleyball Club

Rebecca will be joining us again this year! She will be there for one of the weeks in August.

Facilities

The Hamilton District Christian High gymnasium features two volleyball courts with a wood playing surface. The facility is the competitive venue for Knights high school basketball and volleyball.

Contact us at camps@hdch.org

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