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Launch Skills Clinics (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.
Fall 2026 LAUNCH CLINICS:
Fall I Season Dates: September 8 - November 8, 2026 (varies by program)
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.
Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Saturdays, 8:30-9:30am
Sundays, 8:00-9:00am
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.
Tuesdays, 4:00-5:30pm
Wednesdays, 4:00-5:30pm
Saturdays, 8:30-10:00am
Sundays, 8-9:30am
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.
Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm
Saturdays, 8:30-10am
Fall Launch Teams (Grades 5-8)
Fall Launch Teams (formerly Fall Club) 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.
$950 per player
$400 due at registration
$550 due by September 4, 2026 (upon acceptance)
**NEW** FALL LAUNCH Sibling Discount = 25% off 2nd and 3rd tuition
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Two 2-hour practices per week
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Three local half-day tournaments
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Team uniform and practice shirt
Placement Day: Tuesday, September 1 & Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- U12 (Grades 5 & 6): 4:45pm - 5:45pm
- U14 (Grades 7 & 8): 6:30pm - 8:30pm
*Note: By signing up for pre-registration, you are committing to both Placement Days. All athletes attending will be placed on a team if possible. If teams reach capacity, athletes will join the Launch Skills Training Program.
Season Dates: September 8, 2026 - November 8, 2026
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Tuesdays: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Sundays: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Competition Dates (Tentative):
- Sunday, September 27, 2026: Various Locations
- Sunday, October 18, 2026: Various Locations
- Sunday, November 8, 2026: Various Locations
Winter/Spring Launch Teams (Grades 5-12)
Our Winter and Spring Launch Teams (grades 5-12) 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.
Winter Launch Teams = $500 for U12-U14 (Grades 5-8) / $550 for U15-U18 (Grades 9-12)
Spring Launch Teams = $500 for U12-U14 (Grades 5-8) / $550 for U15-U18 (Grades 9-12)
$100 discount if you sign up for BOTH winter and spring ($900 for Grades 4-8 / $1000 for Grades 9-12)
- 1x weekly practice led by an NEVBC Head Coach
- Includes a custom NEVBC gear package
Winter Session: November 23, 2025 - Feb 22, 2026 (Sunday's Only)
- No training sessions: November 30, December 21, December 28, February 1, and February 8
Spring Session: March 8, 2026 - May 17, 2026 (Sunday's Only)
- No training sessions: April 5, May 10
Winter 2025-2026
- U15-U18 (Girls & Boys) - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- U12-U14 (Coed) - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Spring 2026 (Tentative Times)
- U15-U18 (Girls & Boys) - 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
- U12-U14 (Coed) - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Questions About Launch Programs?
Email Shawn Hoyt, Youth Director, at shawn@northeastvbc.com.