2026/27 Team Tryouts & Open Gym Clinics

The Ontario Volleyball Association (OVA) released the 2026–27 Tryout Policy on April 8. While Leaside’s tryout schedule will be shared soon, we’re excited to begin connecting with athletes and families as we look forward to the next season.
Get a head start by joining our OPEN GYM / EARLY IDENTIFICATION CLINICS and PREP FOR REP CLINICS - designed to help athletes sharpen their skills, connect with our coaching staff, and learn more about what it takes to be part of our Rep program.

​We look forward to welcoming both returning and new athletes into our gym as we build toward another great season together.
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Key Dates to Know

  • June 1 - 26
    • Resigning Period for returning athletes
  • July 1 - Sept. 4
    • Open Commitment Period (TLS–18U only), allowing athletes to accept an offer from a new club ahead of tryouts (not applicable to 6x6 teams)
  • Sept. 8
    • Open Tryouts officially begin.  (Specific dates for Leaside teams to be confirmed)

Which Clinic Should I choose?

New to Rep Volleyball
Already familiar with Rep volleyball?
Participate in one (or more?) of our Prep for Rep Clinics.  Similar to our Open Gym Clinics, the Prep for Rep clinics focus on on court training but additionally include a brief parent/athlete discussion covering our rep team structure, tryouts, and what to expect as part of a competitive program.  We recommend new families register in one Prep for Rep session (or more, if preferred) and then join our Open Gym sessions.
Register directly for our Open Gym Clinics.
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Open Gym / Early Identification Clinics

12U-18U
Step into our rep training environment with Open Gym Clinics, designed for athletes interested in joining a Leaside Volleyball Club team. Train alongside current rep athletes and be seen by our experienced coaches in game-based sessions that provide the opportunity to showcase your skills ahead of tryouts.

Coaches offer feedback throughout each session, giving athletes valuable insight into the club pathway, training expectations, and next steps in a competitive and positive setting.

Clinics are divided by age category (12U–18U) and gender, and are led by the applicable Leaside rep team coaches. Athletes may register for any session(s) within their eligible age category.

Clinic Details

  • Provide early identification opportunities for athletes interested in joining Leaside for 2026/2027
  • Allow athletes to meet potential coaches
  • Introduce team goals and program expectations
  • Help coaches determine potential team fit
  • Single Day, 90 minute clinics
  • Location:  Bishop Strachan School (BSS)
  • Cost/clinic:  $30 + HST *Please note that open gym clinics are non refundable.

Girls Clinics

Age Category
Dates
Time
Location
13UG
May 27,
​June 1
6-7:30PM
​6-7:30PM
BSS
14UG
May 25,
June 3,
​June 15
6-7:30PM
6-7:30PM
​6-7:30PM
BSS
15UG
May 25,
June 1,
​June 17
8-9:30PM
8-9:30PM
6-7:30PM
BSS
16UG
June 3,
​June 15
8-9:30PM
​8-9:30PM
BSS
17UG
June 6,
​June 17
10-11:30AM
​8-9:30PM
BSS
18UG
June 6,
​June 15
10-11:30AM
​8-9:30PM
BSS

Boys Clinics

Age Category
Dates
Time
Location
14UB
May 27,
June 17
8-9:30PM
​8-9:30PM
BSS
15UB
May 27,
​June 17
8-9:30PM
​8-9:30PM
BSS
16UB
May 27,
​June 17
8-9:30PM
​8-9:30PM
BSS
17UB
June 6
12-1:30PM
BSS
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Age Categories

Category
Birth Dates
12U
Born on or after September 1, 2014
13U
Sept. 1, 2013 - Dec. 31, 2014
14U
Sept. 1, 2012 - Dec. 31, 2013
15U
Sept. 1, 2011 - Dec. 31, 2012
16U
Sept. 1, 2010 - Dec. 31, 2011
17U
Sept. 1, 2009 - Dec. 31, 2010
18U
Sept. 1, 2008 - Dec. 31, 2009

Prep for Rep / Early Identification Clinics

12U-14U
Leaside’s Prep for Rep Clinics are designed for athletes and families interested in learning more about our 12U–14U rep (club) program.   In addition to on-court training alongside our experienced coaches and current players, these sessions include a brief parent/athlete discussion covering our rep team structure, tryouts, and what to expect as part of a competitive program.

These sessions provide a positive, introductory rep environment where athletes can experience the training style, expectations, and team culture that define Leaside Volleyball.
After attending a Prep for Rep session, athletes who would like additional training are encouraged to register for our Open Gym Clinics, which provide the same on-court development without the informational discussion component.

Prep for Rep Clinics are Designed for:

  • ​Are interested in trying out for a Rep team
  • Have never played on a Rep team before
  • Want a clearer understanding of the tryout process
  • Would benefit from structured preparation before evaluations

Clinic Details

  • On-court skill development and gameplay
  • ​Overview of our Rep program structure and expectations
  • Guidance on what to expect during a Rep tryout
  • A parent Q&A period to answer questions about the Leaside Rep Program
  • Single Day, 90 minute clinics
  • Location:  Havergal College (HC) or Bishop Strachan School (BSS)
  • Cost/clinic:  $30 + HST *Please note that Prep for Rep clinics are non refundable.

Prep for Rep Clinics

Age Group
Dates
Time
Location
New to Rep 2014 or older (co-ed)
May 26 (SOLD OUT),
​June 6
6-8:00PM
12-1:30PM
HC
BSS
New to Rep 2015 or younger (co-ed)​
May 28
6-8:00PM
HC
Boys Only Prep for Rep
May 30
10AM - 12PM
HC
New to Rep 2014- 2016 (co-ed)
May 30
12-2PM
HC
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