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Volleyball Parent Resources for Calgary Families
Clear answers for Skyline Alberta parents: tryouts and age classes, practice times, gear and food for tournament days, concussion and Safe Sport, what a season costs and where to find help, and the path to playing at university.
- Club teams U13–U17
- 2027 tryouts: girls U13–U17, boys U16
- Club season January to May
- NCCP-certified head coaches
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Guides for Calgary Volleyball Parents
Skyline Alberta coaches wrote eight short guides, and each one has its own page that you can bookmark or share.
Quick Answers
Parents’ Questions About Club Volleyball
Who can play for a Skyline Alberta club team?
Skyline Alberta club teams are competitive teams, chosen at tryouts. For 2027, tryouts are open for U13/U14, U15 and U16/U17 girls and U16 boys. Players new to volleyball usually begin at a camp, since the club has no beginner team.
My child has never played. What is a good first step?
A Summer Day Camp is a friendly place to start, with a week of coaching and a Friday tournament. Skills Camps are the next step when your child wants to work on one part of the game.
When are the 2027 Skyline Alberta tryouts?
Sunday, November 29, Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6 in Calgary, at Western Canada High School and the MNP Community & Sport Centre. Athletes attend all three sessions for their division, and one $50 fee covers them.
How do I know my child’s age class?
Volleyball Alberta places athletes in age classes by birth year. The Tryouts page shows the 2027 divisions, and we are happy to confirm your child’s age class if you contact us.
What happens if my child does not make a team?
Our camps help athletes keep improving before the next tryouts. Tryouts do not include a written assessment.
How often do club teams practise?
All teams practise three times a week in Calgary-area gyms from January to May: about 2 hours each for U13/U14 and U15 girls, and 2 to 3 hours each for U16/U17 girls and U16 boys. Exact times are confirmed after teams are picked.
What does my child need at a tournament?
Their uniform, court shoes, knee pads, a large water bottle, lunch, snacks and a warm layer. Expect 6 to 10 hours in the gym, and skip the energy drinks.
What does a club season cost, and is there help?
Each team has its own season fee, announced to athletes once they are selected. It covers coaching, gym time, uniforms, tournament entry and team administration, and payment plans are available. The Athlete Access Fund gives up to $500 per athlete each calendar year, and KidSport Calgary and Canadian Tire Jumpstart can also help.
What do we do if we think it is a concussion?
Your child stops playing right away and does not go back that day. A doctor assesses them, and the return is gradual, school before sport, with medical clearance needed before full practices and games.
How does Skyline Alberta keep athletes safe?
Our head coaches hold NCCP certification, everyone working with athletes is screened under Volleyball Alberta rules, and we follow the Rule of Two, so no coach is ever one-on-one with an athlete, and parents can be included in coach messages. You can raise a concern with the club at any time.
How should I raise a concern with the coach?
Start by having your athlete talk to the coach. If that does not settle it, wait a day after the game, then email the coach or ask for a meeting. Safety concerns should be raised straight away.
Can my child reach university volleyball through club?
Yes. Club tournaments and showcases are where university and college coaches find players. Good marks matter, and from Grade 10 on, a highlight video plus emails to U SPORTS, CCAA or NCAA coaches help.
Downloads
Parent Guides, Checklists and Useful Links
PDFLTAD guide for parentsLong-term athlete development for familiesPDFLTAD information sheetEach stage, in plain wordsPDFLTAD four-page summaryA short overviewPDFLTAD posterA single printable pagePDFLTAD complete modelThe complete documentPDFNo Accidental ChampionsDevelopment for athletes with a disability
Programs
Volleyball Camps and Programs in Calgary
From drop-in open gyms to summer day camps and position training, there is a Skyline program for every young player.
