A 1-day virtual workshop focused on keeping kids engaged
and turning them into volleyball players
Learn how to organize your season, teach the game
and make it FUN
Middle schoolers are an eclectic bunch; they’re excited, impressionable, insecure. Some have volleyball experience from a rec league or club, while others are just there because their friend wanted to try out. Coaching a group of them can feel like … you fill in the blank!
Whether you have some prior volleyball experience or were “asked” to coach the volleyball team without any knowledge of the sport at all, this 1-day virtual clinic will give you the tools you need to run tryouts, plan your season and teach the game, all while keeping kids engaged and sparking their love for the game. And that’s what it’s all about, right? Here’s what you can expect:
Your questions, answered
There are no stupid questions at this level! Live Q&As throughout the clinic allow you to ask about session topics or even about your team.
Clinic handbook and printables
Take away a helpful handbook of notes and drills that will be discussed during to the clinic. Use it to jot down any ideas you pick up.
On-demand video access
The video from the entire clinic is available on the website immediately after the live event ends. You can watch it on demand for life!
Never ask yourself, “What the heck
should we do in practice today?!” again.
Attendees of our past middle school clinic are saying:
“The topics were extremely relevant to middle school volleyball. I work in central Texas and thought what Deborah presented was very relevant to the talent level that I have.”
“Fantastic job with showing so many drills. As a visual person, seeing them in addition to the workbook was perfect. The clinic overall was very informative for a MS coach. I loved Deborah’s positive reinforcements and cues for the players.”
Great job, especially dealing with a group of unknown players of different levels and understanding. Many new drill ideas were gleaned. I appreciated watching an experienced coach teach in real time. Thank you!
“I really liked the cues and language – using particular phrases to elaborate on “move your feet” etc. I expect that will be impactful right off the bat when implementing points from the clinic in my program.”
“I loved Deborah’s philosophy and ideas and her fun and instructive games for young ones. I loved how she was so very positive with the kids, even when they made mistakes.”
Learn how to get kids to listen,
so you only have to repeat yourself 5 times instead of 25.
Purchase Tickets
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Premium members automatically save 10% on tickets. Not a Premium member? Become one here for as little as $12.99.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out the FAQs to find answers to commonly 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 Coach Newkirk questions in the live Q&As after each session and at the end of the clinic
- A printable handbook PDF full of drills and notes
- 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 resources
- Access to discounts on gear and tools from AOC and its partners
Will this clinic help me if I'm new to coaching?
YES! This clinic is a fantastic 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 a while?
Awesome! This clinic is a good opportunity for you to pick up some fresh ideas and learn different ways to approach youth training.
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 breaks for bathroom trips, snacks and moving around worked in throughout the day, along with a longer break for lunch.
When will my questions get answered?
Coach Newkirk will be answering questions live at the end of every session. There will be a 10-minute period dedicated to questions before moving on to the next session, along with longer periods for questions during the lunch break and at the end of the clinic.
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 new ideas. If you’d like to participate live, you just need to be able to be on your computer between 9am and 4pm Pacific Time on August 5, 2023.
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. You can either purchase a clinic ticket now to watch live during the event (with perks like Q&As with the clinicians, clinic handbook and CEUs), or you can purchase access to the clinic recording. Clinic recordings are the same price as live clinic tickets. AOC Premium members receive a 10% discount on all clinic tickets.
How do I access the bonus resources?
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 receive a 10% discount on tickets. Just make sure you’re signed into your Premium account when purchasing. Early bird pricing is in effect until February 29, 2024. You’ll automatically save 10% on tickets until then!
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.
