VPC SUMMER 2024
VPC celebrated its 10th year of in person training in Ontario and hosted four events in 2024. We wish to thank everyone who has supported us over the years. The backbone of VPC has been the athletes we have had the pleasure of working with and all of our coaches who make the VPC experience what it is today.
Please visit our Testimonials webpage to read what athletes and parents thought about VPC Summer 2024.
For more details about VPC and our events, please explore our website and/or visit our Camp Registration webpage.
The VPC Experience
Volleyball Position Camp (VPC) provides a unique and valuable learning experience designed to teach and train you, the athlete, to reach the next level of your volleyball game. Position specific training takes place on a daily basis, and it is incorporated into all aspects of team play. VPC’s holistic approach values Sport Science: Sports Performance Psychology, Strength + Conditioning and Proper Nutrition will be a part of your training experience. Our coaches knowledge base draws upon their coaching and/or playing experience where they can provide the best possible learning environment that leads to success. We look forward to working with dedicated athletes like you!
Position Specific Training
The general concept of Volleyball Position Camp is to train in your chosen position with athletes of similar age and ability. Each day there will be opportunities to transfer position specific knowledge and to continue to learn from an outstanding group of VPC coaches. VPC provides the athlete with learning opportunities far beyond what any other regular skills camp can offer.
For position specific camp details, select its position button or image below...
Beyond the Court
There are many external factors that influence an athlete's performance on the court. VPC provides Sport Science training sessions addressing areas such as:
Sport Performance Psychology | Strength and Conditioning | Nutrition | Video Analysis*
~~ providing life-long skills to strengthen athletes' on-court game ~~
* Video analysis is offered during a 5 day event and at coaches' discretion in shorter events
Athlete Eligibility Requirements
To help make it easier to determine which VPC event is best suited for you, the athlete, VPC strongly encourages the following:
All Advanced events require athletes to have played on a team that competed in Premier and/or Select, as of January 2024
For VPC Toronto (Camp #1), athletes must have played on a team that competed in Select and/or Championship, as of January 2024
Athletes' Key to Success:
Each year, VPC strives to provide the highest level of coaching. Regardless of the VPC event, the most successful athletes are those who exhibit the following (non-skill) qualities:
Coachability >> Athletes will do their best to apply coaching feedback, even if it means making a mistake
Being A Good Teammate >> Athletes will be respectful and supportive of others
Physical Readiness >> It will be assumed that athletes will be in good physical shape and all training will reflect this
Healthy Work Ethic >> To get the most of their camp experience, athletes must be willing to work for what they want and will do so in a positive and healthy manner
Age Appropriateness (unless receiving permission from VPC’s Director)
Age Eligibity pertains to 2023-2024 Indoor Season:
VPC age eligibility pertains to the athlete's date of birth and current Team in the 2023-2024 Indoor Volleyball Season versus "playing up" a division in preparation for the next season. For example, 15U is considered by VPC as an athlete currently playing on a 15U team in the 2023–2024 Indoor Volleyball Season. If there is a question regarding athlete eligibility, please email the VPC Director (if in doubt, please check if an athlete is age appropriate for a specific event prior to registering).
Why Consider the TLS (14U)/15U ADVANCED Camp?
For eligible 15U athletes, this is an opportunity to prepare for your 16U season. VPC will provide you with the knowledge and skill set that will set you up to be successful at the next level and beyond.
For eligible TLS athletes, many of you have been competing in 15U events during the season where you have had a chance to specialize. Your training opportunities at VPC will allow you to work and improve on the skill set and knowledge that will be required at the next level and beyond.
* 5/8 setter spots will be reserved for 15U athletes
* 5/8 libero spots will be reserved for 15U athletes
15U Setters + Liberos: you have until June 17th to register for either of these positions. If there is still availability, the spots will be released for all eligible TLS athletes.
Success at 15U and/or TLS (14U) does not guarantee you will be successful at the next age class. VPC is here to help prepare you to better face those challenges that will be coming your way next season!
* TLS = Traditional Limited-Specialized, as defined by Ontario Volleyball
Camp Schedules
Each event day will run from approximately 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Final schedules will be sent to all registrant contacts by email, prior to the event start date. Each day will include a lunch break as well as 2 smaller rest periods, once in the morning and once in the afternoon. Athletes are encouraged to bring a water bottle, healthy snacks, and lunch each day. Due to possible nut allergies, please refrain from bringing any nut based items for snacks/lunch.
*REMINDER: Prior to the start of each camp (7-10 days), participants will receive an email with any last minute updates and confirmation of camp details.
Camp Accommodations
VPC events typically run from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. For out of town athletes needing a place to stay, accommodation options are available to the public at campus residences. PLEASE NOTE: Payment and supervision are not the responsibility of VPC. To stay in a residence without parental supervision, an athlete must be 18 years of age or older.
Humber College Summer Residence Accommodation (North Campus)
The VPC Experience
Due to our exceptional quality of coaches, innovative concepts, safe and excellent facilities, plus our coach to player ratio (1:8, if not better), Volleyball Position Camp sets itself apart from a traditional skills camp. Here is a glimpse into what the VPC experience is like ...
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VPC News Bulletins
July 2024: We have secured a gym for Camp #3 and continue to accept eligible registration interest via email only. Thank you for your patience!
SUMMER 2024
Cost per Camp: $520.00 + $67.60 HST = $587.60
Camp #1
15U/16U
SELECT / CHAMP
Mon Jul 29
to
Thu Aug 01
(4 days)
Humber College
(North) Toronto
6 Setter Positions12 Middle Positions14 Outside Positions6 Libero Positions
Camp #2
15U/16U
ADVANCED
Tue Aug 06
to
Fri Aug 09
(4 days)
Humber College
(North) Toronto
6 Setter Positions 12 Middle Positions14 Outside Positions6 Libero Positions
Camp #3
15U/16U
ADVANCED
Tue Aug 06
to
Fri Aug 09
(4 days)
Strathroy District
Collegiate Institute
6 Setter Positions12 Middle Positions14 Outside Positions6 Libero Positions
Camp #4
TLS (14U)/15U
ADVANCED
Sun Aug 18
to
Wed Aug 21
(4 days)
UOttawa
Ottawa
8 Setter Positions12 Middle Positions14 Outside Positions8 Libero Positions
All U-age categories refer to the 2023—2024 indoor season team for which the athlete played.
CAMP #1 15U/16U SELECT/CHAMP is appropriate for athletes who competed on a team in 15U/16U Select and/or Championship, as of January 2024.
CAMP #2 15U/16U ADVANCED is appropriate for athletes who competed on a team in 15U/16U Premier and/or Select, as of January 2024.
CAMP #3 15U/16U ADVANCED is appropriate for athletes who competed on a team in 15U/16U Premier and/or Select, as of January 2024.
CAMP #4 TLS (14U)/15U ADVANCED is appropriate for athletes who competed on a team in TLS (14U)/15U Premier and/or Select, as of January 2024.
Gym Location Details
CAMP #1 and #2
Humber College Athletic Centre, North Campus
(Building "A", recommended parking in lots 6, 8 or 10)
CAMP #3
Strathroy District Collegiate Institute, 361 Second St, Strathroy ON, N7G 3H8
CAMP #4
Montpetit Hall, University of Ottawa / Université d'Ottawa (zoom in to Building "MNT")