About Youth Club Volleyball in San Diego and Chula Vista

What is club volleyball in the South Bay?

Club volleyball is an opportunity for boys and girls of varying abilities to develop their skills. Club volleyball is much like select soccer and softball in this way. There will be open tryouts for team selections, after which teams will practice  twice a week and play in a tournament every three to four weeks. The season lasts 5 to 8 months. We have a developmental league that is shorter and a less expensive option to the full club commitment. However, club volleyball is a highly organized, nationwide, competitive volleyball network.  Club or Junior Olympic volleyball is part of the recently successful USA volleyball program that brought back three Gold Medals and one Silver Medal from the Beijing Olympics.

Why play youth club volleyball?

Some of the main reasons to play club volleyball are to improve skills, understand the game better, and develop as an athlete at a high level.  The Bridge Volleyball Club is committed to training participants that will  make an impact on their middle and high school teams.  Our experienced coaches teach both fundamental and advanced techniques.

The benefits of club volleyball are endless. For serious players wanting to continue their volleyball career at the collegiate level, club volleyball offers the opportunity to develop their skills during the off-season. Players benefit from over 100 practice and game hours with high-level coaches, as well as match experience during tournaments. Tournaments also allow players to possibly be seen by college coaches, which assists in the recruiting  process.

Who plays club volleyball?

Boys and girls ages 8-18. The earlier athletes are introduced to the sport, the more likely they are to develop the correct technique. Participants from beginner through advanced will receive quality coaching, learn  teamwork, develop self esteem, and have fun.   More experienced athletes use their skills to compete at the regional and national level, exposing them to college recruiters.

Many college scholarship opportunities are available for high-level club athletes. In fact, the majority of the men and women on the USA medal-winning teams were at one time club participants, including Misty May- Treanor and Kerri Walsh.

Where do club volleyball teams play? Currently The Bridge VBC practices at a variety of facilities in Chula Vista, Eastlake, Otay Ranch, and surrounding areas.  We will be moving into the Gonzalez Sports Academy by the end of the year. Local tournaments are played in Poway and Rancho Bernardo, www.spike-fest.com or http://sdvbc.org/documents/2010%20VH%20Winter%20Tournaments.pdf. Our regional and elite programs compete throughout Southern  California, http://scvavolleyball.org/girls_schedule.htm. Our elite teams will also compete at the national level at either the JDVA tournament in FLorida, Volleyball Festival in Phoenix or the Junior Olympic Tournament.

When is club volleyball?

The Bridge Volleyball Club will be holding try-outs in October for Girls 14 and under, elementary and middle school.  Try-outs for the Girls ages 15-18 will be held in November, following the high school volleyball  season. We will be adding a boys program in 2010. We have a variety of programs to fit your need and budget. Our elite program will run from try-outs to the early July, while our regional and local programs finish in late May or early June.

How much does club volleyball cost?

Our developmental program is as low as $100 per month. Our local program ranges in price from $925 - $1225 for the season. Our regional program ranges in price from $2000 - $2190 for the season. Our Elite program ranges in price from $3055 - $4500 for the season, this depends on the team and tournaments the team will attend.  Fees include gym cost, coaching, administration,  registration, tournament fees, coach's background check, uniforms, Web site, equipment, and insurance.  NOT included are travel, hotel, and food.

How do I participate?

Attend all try-outs for your proper age group.  If selected on a team, you will register at the orientation meeting, sign the contract, pay the deposit for the season, meet your coach, and begin practice.   Teams are  selected based on skill, position, and attitude   Coaches and the Director will make the final decision on which players are selected for each team.

Mailing Address: PO Box 8691, Chula Vista, CA 91912

Phone: 619-865-0437 • Fax: 619-781-8818