Learn to Play Volleyball (LTP)

Program Overview

Our Learn to Play Volleyball program is renowned throughout the Durham Region as THE program to teach young athletes how to play the game, the right way. By focusing on fundamentals, core skill acquisition, lots of meaningful touches, and increasing athletic confidence in a fun and supportive environment, our LTP participants can be assured they’re learning developmentally appropriate skills led by certified adult coaches.

Our training model focuses on using the first 8 weeks for skills and drills to ensure athletes get more ‘touches’ on the ball than they would during a game-play environment. The final two weeks will be spent enjoying various forms of game play based on the age and skill of athletes (ie. 3v3, 4v4, 6v6).

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Program Dates, Locations, Times

Mandatory MRS Registration

In order to be covered under our mandatory sport and general liability insurance, all LTP participants must obtain an annual Ontario Volleyball Association membership. See “cost” section below for details and membership registration link. Click here to obtain OVA membership.

Our capacity limits have been reduced this season to enhance the learning experience for our participants. Register early to avoid disappointment. Important: Review the DETAIL section below for important information about your registration and the program.

Status Update (Sept. 11):
The only program not at capacity is our Junior session at Canada Christian College on Friday evenings. All other sites are taking waitlist registrations.

South Whitby
Tuesday evenings

Canada Christian College
300 Water Street, Whitby
Starts October 3, 2023

TUESDAYS
Junior Co-Ed: 6-7:30 p.m.
Senior Co-Ed: 7:30-9 p.m.
(no program Oct 31)

10 weeks (8 weeks skill development + 2 weeks of game play)

North Whitby
Friday evenings

ESC Saint-Charles-Garnier
4101 Baldwin St. South, Whitby
Starts October 6, 2023

FRIDAYS
Junior Co-Ed: 6-7:30 p.m.
Senior Co-Ed: 7:30-9 p.m.

10 weeks (8 weeks skill development + 2 weeks of game play)

South Whitby
Friday evenings

Canada Christian College
300 Water Street, Whitby
Starts October 6, 2023

FRIDAYS
Junior Co-Ed: 6-7:30 p.m.
Senior Co-Ed: 7:30-9 p.m.

10 weeks (8 weeks skill development + 2 weeks of game play)

Details

Junior: Grades 4,5,6
Senior: Grades 7,8,9 (older athletes are welcome to join)

Experience: Not required

For safety and programming reasons, participants will only be able to register in the division assigned to their age and must be, at minimum, in grade 4.

Athletes are NOT placed on teams for LTP but are grouped based on age/skill level – we kindly request you do not request your child be grouped with another participant.

Our programs are predominantly female, male athletes are welcome to participate.

Learn to Play Registration Fee: $180
*Annual OVA Membership Fee: $12.91 (parent will register their athlete separately with the OVA after September 1)
Total Cost: $192.91

*In order to be covered under the mandatory general liability and sport accident coverage, all participants must obtain an annual Ontario Volleyball Association (OVA) membership. Parents will now register their athlete with the OVA beginning September 1 and provide proof of registration at their first session. No athlete will be permitted to participate unless proof of membership is provided (screenshot or printout).

Tuesdays (Canada Christian College)
October 3, 10, 17, 24, November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12 (no program Oct. 31)

Fridays (Canada Christian College or ESC Saint-Charles-Garnier)
October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8

  • Clean, indoor running shoes
  • Refillable water bottle (no disposable bottles please)
  • Knee pads are recommended, but not required

Refund requests must be submitted no less than 14 days prior to the program start date, otherwise refunds will only be considered for medical reasons that must be supported by a physician’s note and may be issued as a program credit. OVA membership fees are non-refundable. View our full refund policy.

If your child takes part in our tryouts and makes and accepts a position on one of our competitive teams, their LTP registration fee will be credited towards their rep team fees.

Wait lists will only be opened once all options for a division (junior or senior) are full. We encourage you to consider another evening/location if your preferred option is full.

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