Leaside Beach Summer Training FAQ's
When do I drop off my child?
Training programs starts at 9:00am and ends at 4:00pm each day. Early drop-off can be arranged for 8:30am. Please let us know during registration or speak with our Beach Program Coordinator.
When do I pick-up my child?
Training programs ends at 4:00pm each day. Late pick-up is 4:30pm. Please let us know during registration or speak with our Beach Program Coordinator.
Where do I drop-off and pick-up my child?
To keep it simple, we suggest drop-off and pick-up be at our volleyball courts located along the boardwalk. Please keep an eye open for Leaside signage.
Does my child need a lunch?
Yes. We recommend each athlete have a lunch along with snacks for mid-morning and mid-afternoon break. We also strongly recommend each athlete bring at least one refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the day.
Does my child need to have any money?
Your choice. We do recommend each athlete have some cash in case they wish to visit the local Tim Horton’s, ice cream truck, etc. We ensure a coach accompanies the athletes.
Should my child bring a bathing suit?
Yes. There is a local Olympic-size public pool which is great for cooling off on hot days. We also recommend each athlete have a towel.
What is a typical day like at the training sessions?
Each day, is a mix of volleyball and non-volleyball activities. The morning usually consists of volleyball sessions focused on fundamentals and development. Following a lunch break, athletes enjoy both volleyball and non-volleyball activities such as paddle boarding or swimming. The afternoon is also free time to work on specific skills and game play. On Friday, we host a fun competition.
Do you have a Facebook page?
Yes. We post photos and updates on our Facebook page entitled Leaside Volleyball Summer Beach Training. You may wish to view the page to get an idea of the training activities.
What clothes should my child wear?
We recommend beach attire that you do not mind getting sandy (dirty). In addition, we recommend each athlete pack a separate set of clothes in case of rain. You may also wish your athlete to change out of the sandy clothes and into clean clothes before entering your vehicle.
Should she bring anything else?
Yes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended.
What happens if it rains?
Like all outdoor training programs, we are unfortunately at the mercy of the weather. Generally speaking, we will train rain or shine. The only time that a session would be cancelled would be for persistent heavy rain and/or thunderstorms.
Should we run into heavy rain and/or thunderstorms at any point during the day, the following process will be adhered to:
In the event of a delay due to heavy rain and/or thunderstorms first thing in the morning:
Once the Program is off and running, if the rain is not too hard, we will continue to play through it. However, if the rain worsens and/or thunderstorms present, we will clear the beach and take shelter until it blows over. We will wait at least 20 minutes following the last sound of thunder. If heavy rains and/or thunderstorms persist, we will notify parents by email to pick up their athlete(s) early.
Who are the training coaches?
Our coaches are all recognized high level volleyball players who have a great way of working with children and teens.
Can my child who is attending the Summer Beach Training also attend the Competitive Beach Training sessions?
Players in the Competitive Beach Training sessions are expected to have a high level of ball control, technical execution and strategic thinking. If an athlete exhibits a comparable skill level, we will generally ask the athlete if they wish to join the more competitive training group for the morning sessions.
What COVID-19 precautions are in place?
We will be following all provincial, municipal and OVA guidelines as athlete and staff safety is our highest priority.
Training programs starts at 9:00am and ends at 4:00pm each day. Early drop-off can be arranged for 8:30am. Please let us know during registration or speak with our Beach Program Coordinator.
When do I pick-up my child?
Training programs ends at 4:00pm each day. Late pick-up is 4:30pm. Please let us know during registration or speak with our Beach Program Coordinator.
Where do I drop-off and pick-up my child?
To keep it simple, we suggest drop-off and pick-up be at our volleyball courts located along the boardwalk. Please keep an eye open for Leaside signage.
Does my child need a lunch?
Yes. We recommend each athlete have a lunch along with snacks for mid-morning and mid-afternoon break. We also strongly recommend each athlete bring at least one refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the day.
Does my child need to have any money?
Your choice. We do recommend each athlete have some cash in case they wish to visit the local Tim Horton’s, ice cream truck, etc. We ensure a coach accompanies the athletes.
Should my child bring a bathing suit?
Yes. There is a local Olympic-size public pool which is great for cooling off on hot days. We also recommend each athlete have a towel.
What is a typical day like at the training sessions?
Each day, is a mix of volleyball and non-volleyball activities. The morning usually consists of volleyball sessions focused on fundamentals and development. Following a lunch break, athletes enjoy both volleyball and non-volleyball activities such as paddle boarding or swimming. The afternoon is also free time to work on specific skills and game play. On Friday, we host a fun competition.
Do you have a Facebook page?
Yes. We post photos and updates on our Facebook page entitled Leaside Volleyball Summer Beach Training. You may wish to view the page to get an idea of the training activities.
What clothes should my child wear?
We recommend beach attire that you do not mind getting sandy (dirty). In addition, we recommend each athlete pack a separate set of clothes in case of rain. You may also wish your athlete to change out of the sandy clothes and into clean clothes before entering your vehicle.
Should she bring anything else?
Yes. Sunscreen and sunglasses are highly recommended.
What happens if it rains?
Like all outdoor training programs, we are unfortunately at the mercy of the weather. Generally speaking, we will train rain or shine. The only time that a session would be cancelled would be for persistent heavy rain and/or thunderstorms.
Should we run into heavy rain and/or thunderstorms at any point during the day, the following process will be adhered to:
In the event of a delay due to heavy rain and/or thunderstorms first thing in the morning:
- an email will be sent out to all families by 8am with a new program start time
- a notice will additionally be added to the Club website with the same information
- if parents still wish to drop their athlete(s) off at the beach for 9am, our Beach Coordinator will be available on site under one of the shelters to receive athletes. Athletes will be supervised there until it is suitable to head out to the courts.
Once the Program is off and running, if the rain is not too hard, we will continue to play through it. However, if the rain worsens and/or thunderstorms present, we will clear the beach and take shelter until it blows over. We will wait at least 20 minutes following the last sound of thunder. If heavy rains and/or thunderstorms persist, we will notify parents by email to pick up their athlete(s) early.
Who are the training coaches?
Our coaches are all recognized high level volleyball players who have a great way of working with children and teens.
Can my child who is attending the Summer Beach Training also attend the Competitive Beach Training sessions?
Players in the Competitive Beach Training sessions are expected to have a high level of ball control, technical execution and strategic thinking. If an athlete exhibits a comparable skill level, we will generally ask the athlete if they wish to join the more competitive training group for the morning sessions.
What COVID-19 precautions are in place?
We will be following all provincial, municipal and OVA guidelines as athlete and staff safety is our highest priority.
