LAUNCH PROGRAMS
Launch Skills Program (Grades K-12)
Our Launch Skills Program (grades K-12) classes offer a unique introduction to the sport of volleyball for those in grades K-12. All athletes will learn fundamental skills, how to be great teammates, and how to play the game in a fun, encouraging environment.
Launch Skills Programs are offered in the Fall (two sessions), Winter, and Spring.
WINTER 2025 CLASSES & DATES ANNOUNCED!
*Classes begin the week of January 5th, 2025
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Mini-Volley: Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm
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Middle School Clinic:
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Sundays, 11:30am-1:00pm
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Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pm
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Mini-Volley
(Coed Grades K-4)
Learning volleyball at a young age can be challenging. Our Mini Volley Launch clinics introduce volleyball and competition to young athletes in a modified playing environment where they can succeed in our complex sport. Training sessions focus on technical skill development and mini-games to build strong fundamentals and foster a love for the game.
Middle School
(Coed Grades 5-8)
Our Middle School Launch clinics are the perfect introduction to volleyball or continuation of our Summer Clinics. These training sessions focus on teaching fundamental skills and HOW the game is played to prepare young athletes for their middle school and, eventually, club programs.
High School
(Girls Grades 9-12)
Our High School Launch clinics are perfect for individuals looking to continue learning and preparing for the Winter Club season. Athletes playing on a Connecticut high school team may NOT participate in this program. Participants will engage in fun, fast-paced small-group and whole-group activities to increase their proficiency in volleyball skills.
Winter/Spring Launch Teams (Grades 4-12)
Formerly known as our In-House Program, our Winter/Spring Launch Teams (Coed Grades 4-8 / Boys & Girls Teams for Grades 9-12) gives athletes the experience of team training and 6 v. 6 play with less time, no travel, and smaller financial commitment. All athletes will learn fundamental skills, how to be a great teammate, and how to play the game of volleyball in a fun, encouraging environment. Athletes will be assigned teams and will compete against other Launch teams, but will not travel to tournaments.
Program Pricing:
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Winter Launch Teams = $500 for Grades 4-8 / $550 for Grades 9-12
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Spring Launch Teams = $500 for Grades 4-8 / $550 for Grades 9-12
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$100 discount if you sign up for BOTH winter and spring ($900 for Grades 4-8 / $1000 for Grades 9-12)
What this Includes:
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1x weekly practice led by an NEVBC Head Coach
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Includes a custom NEVBC gear package
Season Dates:
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Winter Session: November 24, 2024 - February 23, 2025
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Winter Break December 22nd, 2024-January 1st, 2025
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No training sessions Dec 1, Feb 2, and Feb 9
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Spring Session: March 9, 2025 - May 18, 2025
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No training sessions April 20 and May 11
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Fall Launch Teams (formerly Fall Club)
Fall Launch Teams (grades 4-8) are a great stepping stone into more serious club programs, as athletes get the experience of team training and tournament play with less time and financial commitment. All athletes will learn fundamental skills, how to be a great teammate, and how to play the game of volleyball in a fun, encouraging environment.
Athletes who register for the Fall Launch Placement Day will receive an automatic placement in the Fall Launch Skills Program. If they are not placed on a team, you will get to choose which day you wish to participate in the skills class.
2024 Team Placement Days:
Tuesday, September 5th & Wednesday, September 4th
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U12 Times: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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U14 Times: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Pricing:
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$900 per athlete
What this Includes:
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2x weekly practices led by an NEVBC Lead Coach and your team Head Coach - one weekend and one weekday
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Includes a custom NEVBC gear package
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Three Half Day Tournaments
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September 8, 2024 - October 29, 2024
Questions?
Please reach out to NEVBC Youth Director Shawn Hoyt (shawn@northeastvbc.com).
For more information on payment/billing/refund policy, please visit our FAQs.
To learn more about financial assistance, please visit Nectar Volley Fund.