2026 Youth Beach Volleyball Training Information:
We are happy to announce that Abbey Thorup (Canadian National Team Beach Volleyball) and Lori McCabe (SVC President) will return to oversee the Stratford - Youth Beach Volleyball Training and Play program again for 2026 along with many of our wonderful past coaches.
Sessions will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from May 19th until June 18th.
Registration will open on March 1, 2026 at 7:00am
Registration fees: $185.00
*** Please note that each session has its own registration form. This program fills up very quickly, if you don't get into the group you were hoping for, please add your name to the waitlist. We are often able to accommodate more once we have a firm handle on the numbers involved.
Divisions
Introductory and Developmental:
5:30-6:20pm - REGISTRATION LINK: 2026 Beach Volleyball - Beginner 5:30pm
*10-14 years of age
*New to volleyball, 0-1 years club experience.
6:30-7:20pm - REGISTRATION LINK: 2026 Beach Volleyball - Beginner 6:30pm
*New to volleyball, 0-1 years club experience.
Intermediate: FULL - please add your name to the waitlist
7:30-8:20pm
*13 -16 years of age
*2+ years of club indoor or beach volleyball experience.
Senior:
8:30-9:20pm - REGISTRATION LINK: 2026 Beach Volleyball - Senior 8:30pm
*15-18 years of age and under
*3 or 4+ years of indoor or beach volleyball experience
*geared to competition in OVA Beach tournaments.
Please note: numbers may be limited by division due to available court space.
Waitlist - - REGISTRATION LINK: 2026 Beach Volleyball Waitlist
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2026 Stratford Youth Beach League
As part of our growing beach program, we are excited to introduce Stratford Youth Beach League this summer. This co-ed league will run once per week for eight weeks and will give athletes more opportunities to play, develop their skills, and enjoy the game in a fun and social beach environment. Designed for a range of experience levels, the league will complement our beach development program while creating a space for players to stay active, build confidence, and experience the excitement of playing volleyball on the sand.
Details:
*Tuesdays for 8 weeks running from June 23 to August 11, 2026
*All games played at the City of Stratford Beach Courts located at the corner of Oakdale Ave. and Matilda St.
*Registration fee: $110/athlete to be sent by e-transfer to [email protected]
Registration links go live on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00am
Recreational Division
6:30pm |
Competitive Division
7:30pm |
Premier Competitive Division
8:30pm |
Format:
*Register individually or with one friend.
*Players are placed on Balanced Teams each week.
*Teams rotate to allow players to meet new teammates.
*Focus on learning, movement and fun.
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Format:
*Register individually or with one friend
*Players are placed on balanced teams each week
*Consistent gameplay with slightly more advanced strategies
*Focus on skill development and competitive play
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Format:
*Register as a team of 4-5 player
*2 males and 2 females on the court
*Teams compete together throughout the season
*Structured games with standings and weekly match play
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Best For:
*New volleyball players
*Younger Athletes
*Players trying beach volleyball for the first time
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Best For:
*Indoor club players
*School volleyball athletes
*Players conformable with the rules of volleyball
*Athletic individuals interest in playing beach
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Best for:
*Experienced club players
*Athletes seeking competitive beach play
*Players Preparing for beach tournaments
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Age Recommendation:
10-14 years of age |
Age Recommendation:
13-16 years of age |
Age Recommendation:
15-18 years of age |
Registration Link -
2026 Beach League - Recreational |
Registration Link -
2026 Beach League - Competitive |
Registration Link -
2026 Beach League - Premier Competitive |
Links go live on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 7:00am
Waitlist link - 2026 Beach League - Waitlist