Get prepared for the upcoming boys volleyball season with skills, systems, and mindset training from some of the best in the game
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Learn from the greatest minds in boys and men’s volleyball
These presenters have trained Olympians, won NCAA and club championships, and developed the next generation of elite boys players. Now they’re here to share their systems, drills, and coaching wisdom with you. No matter your background or level, you’ll leave this clinic inspired and equipped to bring out the best in your athletes.
John Speraw
USA Volleyball President & CEO,
U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach ’13-’24
Karch Kiraly
U.S. Men’s National Team Head Coach,
3-time Olympic Gold Medalist
Alan Knipe
LBSU Head Coach ’01-’25,
3-time NCAA National Champion
Kris Berzins
U.S. Men’s National Team Development Program Director
Troy Gilb
Sports Performance Volleyball Owner & Director
Stephen Hewitt
Sports Performance VB Boys Associate Director & Recruiting Coordinator
Get everything you need for boys season in one day
This clinic brings together some of the greatest minds in boys and men’s volleyball to deliver training designed specifically for the boys game. From innovative drills to proven systems, you’ll gain the tools and confidence you need to start your season strong and keep building all the way to nationals.
Learn from top coaches on the court
See how elite boys coaches structure practices, teach skills, and interact with players, then apply their proven methods to your own team.
Get your questions answered
Stick around after each session for live Q&As where you can ask about training methods or get advice that applies directly to your team.
Take home notes and drills in the clinic handbook
Follow along with a digital handbook of key takeaways from every session and keep it as a reference guide throughout the season.
Watch every session on demand
Replay multi-angle video of every session after the clinic (including any you didn’t get to watch during the live clinic) and keep online access for life.
Earn continuing education hours
Need CEUs? No problem. You’ll receive a downloadable certificate documenting your clinic hours that can be submitted for professional development credit.
The Virtual Clinic Schedule
Saturday, January 10
9:00 AM – 4:45 PM PST
All times are listed in Pacific Standard Time. Schedule is subject to change prior to the event.
9:00 AM
Welcome & Clinic Introduction
9:10 AM
Beginner ball control (Troy Gilb & Stephen Hewitt)
9:45 AM
Advanced ball control (Gilb & Hewitt)
10:05 AM
Q&A
10:15 AM
Break
10:25 AM
Elite out-of-system attacking (Gilb & Hewitt)
11:00 AM
How to maximize training time (John Speraw)
11:20 AM
Q&A
11:30 AM
Lunch break
12:00 PM
8 ball series for large group training (Kris Berzins)
12:45 PM
Floor defense (Kris Berzins)
1:30 PM
Q&A
1:40 PM
Break
1:50 PM
Refining your offense: Squeezing out more kills (Karch Kiraly)
2:25 PM
Team serving strategy: Striking the right balance (Karch Kiraly)
3:00 PM
Q&A
3:10 PM
Break
3:20 PM
Less traditional blocking practices (Alan Knipe)
4:00 PM
Culture by design: Building a program that lasts (Alan Knipe)
4:30 PM
Open Q&A with clinic hosts
4:45 PM
Clinic wrap-up
Bonus Sessions
Watch on demand after the clinic
After the clinic, you’ll unlock the following collection of on-demand bonus sessions covering topics crucial to running a successful boys program:
- Inside the mind of Doug Beal: Lessons from a lifetime in men’s volleyball
- Growing the boys game in the younger age groups – John Speraw
- How to grow boy’s volleyball and the drills to help you do it – Matt Snyder
- Men’s passing: Formations to protect your hitters – Ben Josephson
- Men’s vs. women’s defense – Mark Barnard & Ben Josephson
- Blocking schemes – Andy Halaz
- Practice planning and execution – Terry Liskevych
15 Years of Clinics, by the Numbers
Since 2011, The Art of Coaching Volleyball has brought together coaches from every level of the game to learn, connect, and grow. Our clinics have become a trusted space for sharing ideas, sparking inspiration, and shaping better coaching for thousands of teams.
40+
Cities
150+
Presenting Coaches
3k+
Coaching Sessions
15k+
Attendees
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JVA members can save an additional 10% using a discount code provided by the JVA found in your account dashboard under My Discounts.
*Must use both AOC and JVA discounts to receive this price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What does a virtual ticket include?
Here’s what’s included when you purchase a virtual ticket:
- Access to the live clinic stream
- The opportunity to ask the clinicians questions in the live Q&As after each session
- A printable handbook PDF full of drills and notes from the clinicians
- A certificate showing time spent at the clinic that can be submitted for continuing education hours
- On-demand access to the virtual clinic recording for life
- Additional bonus sessions available to watch on demand after the clinic
- Access to discounts on gear and tools from AOC and its partners
Will this clinic help me if I'm new to coaching?
Definitely! This clinic is a great way to kick off your coaching journey. You’ll walk away with dozens of useful ideas, drills and strategies you can implement with you team, along with a network of fellow coaches you can tap into in the future.
What about if I’ve been coaching for decades?
Fantastic! This is a great opportunity for you to both share your own knowledge and pick up some fresh ideas from your peers and the presenting coaches.
Will I have to stay at my computer the whole day?
Not if you don’t want to! You have the option to come and go as you please. You can choose the sessions that most interest you and take a break whenever you need, or participate from start to finish. You can even close your computer and exit the clinic, then rejoin at a later time. Whatever works best for you.
Will there be breaks?
Absolutely! There will be 10 minute breaks for bathroom trips, snacks and moving around worked in throughout the day, along with a longer break for lunch.
When will the clinicians address questions?
They’ll be answering questions live at the end of every session period. There will be a short period dedicated to questions with the presenting coach before moving on to the next session.
What if I can't watch all/any of the clinic live?
That’s okay! We know coaches have busy schedules and the clinic date might not be available for everyone. Immediately after the live clinic ends we’ll add all of the recorded sessions to the AOC website where you can watch them on demand. If you purchase a clinic ticket, we’ll send you an email as soon as they’re ready to watch.
What technology do I need in order to participate?
All you need is a device that can connect to Zoom (computer, tablet, etc.). You can join from your smartphone, but the screen might not be big enough to give you the best clinic experience.
Can I participate if I’m not in the U.S.?
Definitely! Coaches all over the world have different methods of coaching, and this is a great format to learn and share new ideas. If you want to watch and join in the discussion live, you just need to be able to be on your computer between 9am and 4pm Pacific Time on the day of the clinic.
Will Premium members get free access to the clinic recordings?
No, Premium members will not be able to access the footage from the clinic unless they’ve purchased access. By purchasing a clinic ticket, you get to watch the event live and also get access to watch it on demand for life. Premium members receive a 10% discount off all clinic options: in-person tickets, virtual tickets and on-demand clinics.
How do I watch the bonus sessions?
The bonus sessions will be available to watch online after the clinic ends. All of the videos to be posted to the website immediately after the clinic concludes, and we’ll send an email out to let you know as soon as they’re ready. They’ll be added directly into your account and you can access them by going to Clinic Video from your account dashboard.
Are there any discounts available for clinic tickets?
AOC Premium members and JVA Members both receive a 10% discount on tickets, and they are stackable if you’re a member of both. Both discounts require a code to be entered during checkout. Discount codes can be found in your account dashboard under My Discounts. Limit one discount per purchase.
Where can I find a receipt showing what I paid?
When you purchase a ticket, a receipt will be emailed to you stating the amount paid. You can also sign in to your account and go here to view all of your past store purchases. If you cannot access your receipt either of these ways, please reach out to volleyball@theartofcoaching.com for assistance.
What is the refund policy?
Virtual ticket refund policy: You can receive a full refund of your virtual ticket up until 24 hours before the day of the clinic. Refund requests after the 24 hour mark will not be granted. For example, if the clinic begins on April 4, you can request a refund up until the end of the day on April 2.
Presented by AOC in partnership with the Junior Volleyball Association (JVA).
The JVA’s mission is to promote the growth of youth and junior volleyball through program and resource development, education and events. They offer Club Directors, Club Coaches and Junior Volleyball Educators all the tools needed for a successful junior volleyball club, tournament and program.
Learn more about how your club can benefit from joining the JVA here.
