Junior Programs Overview
Whether your child is just starting out or training to play beyond high school, we offer year-round opportunities following a values-based approach focused on developing both the character and beach volleyball skillset of the player. Explore our four-tiered development pathway below.
Tier 1: Super Juniors
Ages 8-14 – Girls & Boys – Offered Monthly
Perfect for beginners with little or no volleyball experience or those just beginning in recreational leagues.
- Learn beach volleyball basics in a fun, supportive environment
- High-rep drills to build foundational skills
- Offered year-round at Apex location and seasonally at Fuquay location
Progression to the Fiesta program will require a consistent overhand serve and athletic movement to balls.
Tier 2: Fiesta Program
Ages 11-18 – Boys & Girls – Seasons: Nov-March, April-July, Aug-Oct
For beginner to intermediate players who can serve and pass consistently
- Drill based practices focused on skill refinement
- Build confidence and prepare for competitive play
- Tournament style practices
- Offered at Apex (all seasons) and Fuquay-Varina (subject to interest in a given season)
Progression to the Beach Club program will require players to have a clear understanding of the beach rules in addition to proficiency in most skills. Athletic movements while moving in the sand are required to move up.
Tier 3: Beach Club Program
Ages 11-18 – Boys & Girls – Seasons: Girls and Boys (Nov-July, April-July, Aug-Oct)
For intermediate players with proficiency in all-around volleyball skills and advanced volleyball players who are still new to the beach game
- High repetition drills designed to push players outside of their comfort zone
- Instruction on several offensive and defensive beach strategies
- Additional athlete development opportunities (strength training, mental training, etc.)
- Optional local and travel tournament opportunities
- Offered at Apex (all seasons) and Fuquay-Varina (subject to interest in a given season)
Coaches will recommend players to Next Level. Players must set goals with their coach and advocate for themselves to be considered to move into Next Level.
Tier 4: Next Level Program
Ages 13-18 – Girls & Boys – Seasons: Nov-July, Aug-Oct (Note: Some limited opportunities based on space availability may exist in the Spring for those looking to join later in the Nov-July season)
By invitation only. Designed for athletes committed to playing beach volleyball at a very high level and beyond high school.
- Advanced topics of play with high-level/intensity training
- Additional athlete development opportunities (strength training, mental training, etc.)
- Local and travel tournament opportunities
- Must consistently demonstrate commitment and work ethic. Players not meeting expectations will return to Beach Club
- Only at the Apex location
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