Badger Region Youth Programs

NEW for 2008-09 -- VOLLEY TOTS
Volleyball Tots is a program for kids, ages 3-8.
Volley Tot Programs emphasize athletic skills with am emphasis on volleyball.  Check back here later this fall for programs that are offering this new and fun program. (contact information is under "clubs")
Capital Volleyball Academy
Lakeshore Storm
Midwest Juniors
Milwaukee Sting
Next Level
North Shore VBC

MINI Volleyball and YOUTH INSTRUCTION, ages 9-14
The purpose of the Youth Instructional membership category is to introduce volleyball to youth (14 and under) and to provide instruction and in the technical skills of the game. Further, it is attract new players to the game and to introduce them to the programs of Badger Region and USA Volleyball. The emphasis is to be on instruction and development. Check back her often for Programs that are offering programs this season:
G-Force
LakeShore Storm
Midwest Juniors
Milwaukee Sting
Next Level
North Shore VBC
Wisconsin Ice
Wisconsin Juniors
Wisconsin Power - all sites

Criteria for Youth Instructional Membership
Members must be registered with USAV/Badger Region
  - Complete the Individual Membership form
  - Complete the Medical History and Release Form
  - Pay membership fee of $15

Club Directors must register the "Youth Instructional Group" on SignupToPlay and submit registration to the region office following the procedures to register a team.*

Key Points
- There is no team fee for  Volley Tots, Mini Volleyball or a Youth Instructional Group
- Membership is restricted to 14 and under, per the USAV Age Definitions
- Membership is open to groups made up of males, females or coed.
- individuals registered under this category are not eligible to compete in USAV sanctioned competitions.
- Groups are eligible to participate in scrimmages. All participants in the scrimmage must be members of USAV. No scores are recorded and participation is maximized for all participants.
- Each member will receive the USA Volleyball Magazine and Region Rally Report newsletter as a benefit of their registration.
- All adult coaches involved with the Youth Instructional Group(s) must be regular members of Badger Region, Impact Certified and have a cleared a background screening.
- Older regular junior players are allowed to assist in the instructional programs under the supervision of the adult coach.

An individual player or group of players must upgrade their membership if they choose to participate in sanctioned competition.

Clubs that are intersted in offering this program, please contact the region office.  

Why Play Beach Volleyball?
The beach game is GREAT for improving your indoor skills/game. Whatever the player weaknesses, they get to work on them a ton. Unlike the six-person game, players touch the ball every rally, and with just two players to cover the court, players learn to read and anticipate much better. Dealing with the sun and wind helps them to become more adaptable. Player height is less important outdoors - - ball control and skill are most important. It is a great way to improve players’ jumps. Communicating effectively is essential to the sport, and the game helps teammates to grow stronger together.