Junior Academy

3rd-8th Grade | 5 Week Session | 2 Practices/Week

Junior Academy is designed to build fundamental volleyball skills, confidence, and a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment. Athletes are grouped by age and skill level to ensure they are appropriately challenged and able to grow.

Levels

Beginners / Intermediate I
Typically geared toward athletes in grades 3–5. Training focuses on passing and setting fundamentals, movement without the ball, an introduction to attacking, serving, transitions, and small-group game play.

Intermediate II / Advanced
Typically geared toward athletes in grades 6–8. Athletes continue building their passing and setting foundation while developing attacking, serving, footwork, blocking, game reading, and small-group play.

Sessions

Each Junior Academy session runs for 5 weeks, with two 1-hour practices per week. Sessions are offered four times per year. Session cost: $175

Location

Eagle River Christian School Gym
10336 E Eagle River Loop Rd
Eagle River, AK 99577

What to Bring

Athletes should arrive ready to play in athletic clothing, including shorts or leggings, a comfortable T-shirt, socks, and athletic shoes. Long hair should be pulled back. Kneepads are optional.

Parent Information

Parents and guardians are welcome to watch and support their athlete. During practice, we ask that coaching and athlete communication be left to the coaches. If a parent's presence becomes a distraction for the athlete or group, they may be asked to leave.

USAV Membership: A current USAV membership is required for all athletes participating in Inspire Academy programs. Families are responsible for purchasing their athlete’s annual USAV membership directly through the Alaska Region.