Youth Volleyball

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Every Serve. Every Teammate. Stronger Together.

Every serve is a chance to grow. Youth Volleyball at the Y gives kids a welcoming place to learn the game, build confidence and experience the joy of being part of a team. Through recreational leagues and clinics, players practice fundamentals like setting, bumping and serving while making friends and having fun.

The lessons go beyond volleyball. Kids learn to encourage their teammates, respect others and take pride in their progress. We emphasize participation, sportsmanship and healthy competition, with opportunities to grow as both a player and a person. Families are part of the team, too—your encouragement helps kids feel supported on and off the court.

More Teamwork. More Confidence. MORE VALUE FOR Y MEMBERS.

At the Y, youth sports help kids build skills, make friends and discover what they can achieve together. First Coast YMCA Household Members enjoy up to 70% off registration fees for recreational leagues for ages 7 and up, including Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball and Sports Zone.

Household Members save up to 70%!

Registration fees apply to all participants and vary by sport, season and location.

Build skills, make friends and find your place on the court. Our eight-week recreational volleyball league welcomes boys and girls ages 8–17 to learn the fundamentals in a safe, supportive environment. Volunteer coaches lead one practice and one game each week, helping players develop setting, bumping and serving skills while practicing teamwork and good sportsmanship. Age groups may be combined based on registration. Jerseys can be ordered through our website and will be shipped to your home within 1–2 business days.

Requirements: Knee pads and tennis shoes are required for all age groups. Jewelry is not permitted during YMCA Youth Sports, including earrings. Earrings cannot be covered with tape.

Ready for the next challenge? The YMCA Volleyball Academy’s instructor-led Competitive League helps players sharpen their skills, strengthen their understanding of the game and grow as teammates in a structured, competitive environment.

Players put teamwork, sportsmanship and new skills into practice—with encouragement to keep learning and improving. Everyone plays through an automatic substitution rotation.

The program includes seven games, a single-elimination tournament and a weekly one-hour instructor-led practice, with each age division training together. Players also receive an instructor coach and game jersey. Tournament winners receive championship T-shirts.

Grow your game and take on new challenges with First Coast Volleyball Club. Our competitive Local Club program serves players in the U12–U16 age divisions, with teams practicing once a week and competing in up to five weekend tournaments throughout the Jacksonville area. Interested players must attend designated tryouts, be selected for a team and complete the required payments to participate. Detailed fees will be shared with tryout information.

More practice. More confidence. Volleyball Skills & Drills helps players build a strong foundation and work on the skills they need for their next season, league or school tryout. Skilled staff lead focused drills and games that develop volleyball fundamentals, coordination, agility and reaction time. Smaller groups give each player more individual attention and encouragement—all while making friends and enjoying the game.

School’s out, and there’s more to explore at the Y! Specialty Camps give kids opportunities to learn new skills, stay active and build confidence while making friends. Experienced staff and dedicated volunteers create a welcoming environment where campers can try something new and discover what they can achieve. Half-day morning or afternoon sessions are offered during winter holidays, spring break and summer.

  • Team Selection: Coaches select players through annual tryouts. Families of selected players will be notified by email, and team selections will also be posted on our Facebook page.
  • Playing Time: Every player receives the same level of instruction. Coaches determine playing time and lineups; a place on the team does not guarantee equal playing time.
  • Practices: Local Club teams begin practicing in late November. Teams meet once a week for two hours, typically on Sunday afternoons or evenings at Dye Clay or Barco-Newton YMCA.
  • Season Tournaments: Teams compete in five one-day tournaments from January through April. Club coaches will share the tournament schedule once it is finalized.

Spectator Information

Come ready to cheer! Parents, guardians and spectators who are not YMCA members need a FREE Spectator Guest Pass to attend youth sports practices, games and matches.

Signing up is quick and simple, and helps us maintain a safe, welcoming environment for every child and family.
Enroll before your first visit for a smoother game-day check-in!

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Volunteer as a Youth Sports Coach

You don’t have to be an athlete to help a child grow. As a volunteer coach at the Y, you can help kids build confidence, learn teamwork and feel they belong. Bring your encouragement and a willingness to make a difference—no athletic experience required.

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