Yes! You would be joining as Level 1. Please take a look at the website and Level 1 practices.

Kids – we have only one level for kids.

Teenagers – we have four different levels for teenagers: Level 1 for Fundamentals. Level 2 as Pre Intermediate. Level 3 as Intermediate. Level 4 as Advanced. The coaches define what level you are based on practices, games and scrimmages.

Adults – two different levels for adults: Levels 1 and 2 for Fundamentals. Levels 3 and 4 for Competition.

Quick description about the levels:

Level 1 – you are starting to learn volleyball. You are looking into how to perform proper technique for bump, set, serve and spike. Also basic rotation, communication, ready position, foot work and where to place the ball during games. NO GAMES AND TOURNAMENTS AT THIS LEVEL.

Level 2 – the player is still learning the basic techniques. but looking into refine it to conquer better ball control (how to give more direction to the ball). Basic skills to be part of this group: great communication at all times, foot work (you cannot become a level 2 player if you don’t move after the ball), also ALWAYS waiting for the ball in ready position. WE ORGANIZE TOURNAMENTS THE PLAYERS CAN PARTICIPATE WITH ADAPTED RULES. At official volleyball rules you would be considered level B.

Level 3 – practices start being catered towards competition. The player conquered good ball control. Now we will help you define the position you will play and start teaching different rotations. Basic skills to be part of this group: serve over the net. Be able to pass the ball accordingly and with accuracy. WE ORGANIZE TOURNAMENTS AND LEAGUES, AND ALSO FORM TEAMS TO REPRESENT US AT TOURNAMENTS. At official volleyball rules you would be considered level B/BB.

Level 4 – basic skills to be part of this group: player has a defined position (setter, libero, outside hitter…), players knows 5×1 and 4×2 rotations. Player can serve overhead. WE ORGANIZE TOURNAMENTS AND LEAGUES, AND ALSO FORM TEAMS TO REPRESENT US AT TOURNAMENTS. At official volleyball rules you would be considered BB/A.

Mandatory: athletic sneakers, athletic clothing, and everyone with long hair should have it tied up. Knee pads are optional but highly recommended when playing indoors.

Every player needs their own volleyball, and bring it to every practice. We also recommend to bring your own water.

Women NCAA approved:

Molten Super Touch Volleyball https://a.co/d/0YWFWyM

Men NCAA approved:

Molten FLISTATEC Volleyball https://a.co/d/8mC7ohe

FIVB approved:

Molten Volley Ball https://a.co/d/6GCmQyc

MIKASA V200W, Volleyball https://a.co/d/glnc9oY

PSAL approved:

Tachikara®️ SV-5WSC Volleyball (EA) https://a.co/d/cigFHe5

We use public spaces to cater programs at lower cost. For that reason we only have access to restrooms.

We run classes, practices and competitive events at different locations as follows:

Indoors: Astoria at Q501 Frank Sinatra School. Long Island City at Q301 Academy for Careers in Television. Long Island at Forrest Lake School.

Beach Volleyball: Hunters Point South Park at Long Island City.

Outdoor: Triborough bridge Playground A at Astoria. Central Park. Different grass fields at Long Island.

We run programs by cycles from 3 weeks to 6 weeks. There are options for practice being 1x a week, 2x a week or 3x a week. The general rule we cost our programs:

• Priority with discounted rate to those that are already in our programs. Once you join any program with us you will start receiving emails with discounted fee opportunities. Discounted fees when purchased as a cycle tend to be:

1. $20 to $25 per class for outdoor practices.
2. $30 to $35 per class per class for indoor practices.
3. $35 to $40 for our tournaments and leagues.

No. We don’t offer free trials, but everyone is welcome to watch the practices.

No, we do not pay players. But we offer scholarships opportunities when you could get 25%, 50%, 75% or 100% discount at specific programs. These events are scheduled every two months.

We organize our own tournaments and leagues. We also participate and tournaments of other organizations. Every cycle of practice includes at least one tournament for the players that are selected to represent our teams.

No, we do not. When representing our teams at further locations we help organize travel when costs are split equally.

No. Performance during practices will define the players that are invited to compete at tournaments.

No. Your medical information is private and subject to special protection.

Yes!

Send an email to volleyballclassesnyc@gmail.com with the title: please add to mailing list. At content type the name of the player, age, and any details about previous experience with volleyball.