Learn how to teach the game to young athletes while keeping it fun!
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 be tough!
Whether you have some prior volleyball experience or were “asked” to coach the volleyball team without any knowledge of the sport, this 1-day virtual clinic will give you the tools you need to 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:
A day with youth coaching experts
Discover the youth training secrets our coaches have discovered over their careers, like how to motivate players and keep it fun.
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
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.
Bonus resources
Get exclusive access to bonus resources for getting up to speed prior to the clinic and improving mental performance in your players.
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 2024 middle school clinic are raving:
“The variation of coaches and their way different progressive drills were well explained. It was an all around fantastic clinic!”
“This is my third year coaching volleyball, and I really wanted to be intentional about teaching my middle school girls the proper way to play. After this session, I am much more confident in my abilities to truly teach them the game. I learned valuable skills and drills that will help progress their skill levels. I’m super excited for this season!”
“I have never coached before, and I left the clinic feeling more confident that I can coach at this level and not completely mess it up. I really appreciated how geared it was towards ML students. I walked away understanding that teaching/repetition of skills and team dynamic are most important at this level, and that took away a lot of the stress about how to cover strategy/various rotations. I left with a much better sense of what this age level needs.”
“I thought this clinic was great. I am very excited to implement some of these drills and strategies in my upcoming season. It was great and worth every penny.”
“I loved the wealth of knowledge coming from multiple different coaches. I also loved the content focused on training the whole athlete, from the technical to the tactical to team chemistry to the mental game.”
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 presenting coaches 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 videos
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?
Coaches will be answering questions live every few sessions. There will be a 15-minute period dedicated to questions before moving on to the next session, along with longer periods for questions 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 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 access the bonus videos?
The bonus videos will be available to watch online immediately after the clinic ends. We’ll send you an email showing you where to find them. You’ll be able to 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 28, 2025. 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.
