We are excited to host the inaugural season of Vanderbilt volleyball’s summer camps! Please see below for camp information. If you have any additional questions, please email – volleyballcamps@vanderbilt.edu

All Skills Camp II – July 11-12
Rising 5th grade – 12th grade
Cost: $300 per person
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The All Skills Camp is designed for campers to receive instruction on all volleyball skills including setting, serving, hitting, passing, and defending. Campers will also participate in live game situations in groups with players of similar skill level. This camp is best for athletes of beginner or intermediate skill levels that are entering 5th grade – 12 grade.

SCHEDULE

Day I
Check-in: 12 PM – 1 PM
Session I: 1 PM – 4 PM
Dinner: 4 PM – 5:30 PM
Session II: 5:30 PM – 8 PM
Check-out: 8 PM

Day II
Check-in: 8 AM – 9 AM
Session III: 9 AM – 12 PM
Check-out: 12 PM

Collegiate Prospect Camp I  – June 12-13
Rising 8th grade – 12th grade
Cost: $300 per person
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Collegiate Prospect Camp II – July 18-19
Rising 8th grade – 12th grade
Cost: $300 per person
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This Collegiate Prospect Camp is designed for elite players that are aspiring to play at the highest collegiate level. Sessions will be geared toward training and developing elite skills. The environment will emulate collegiate drills and competition. This camp is recommended for players that have multiple years of high-level volleyball experience that aspire to play collegiate volleyball. Open to those entering 8th grade – 12th grade.

Day I
Check-in: 12 PM – 1 PM
Session I: 1 PM -4 PM
Dinner: 4 PM -5:30 PM
Session II: 5:30 PM – 8 PM
Check-out: 8 PM

Day 2
Check-in: 8 AM – 9 AM
Session III: 9 AM – 12 PM
Check-out: 12 PM

Passing Camp – July 9
Rising 5th grade – 12th grade
9 AM – 4 PM 
Cost: $175 per person
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The passing camp is specifically designed to teach one of the most important volleyball skills, passing! Instruction and repetition will be provided on all skills that require the use of your platform, including digging and platform setting. This camp is great for any player who wants to improve their ball control. There will be a total of 2 on-court sessions. Camp will begin at 9AM and end at 4PM. Open to those entering 5th grade – 12 grade.

Setting Camp – July 9
Rising 5th grade – 12th grade
9 AM – 4 PM 
Cost: $175 per person
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The setting camp will focus particularly on skills associated with the setter position, primarily hand and platform setting. Campers will learn the fundamentals of setting technique as well as offensive strategy. This camp is great for any volleyball player, as setting is a universal skill all players should have the ability to do. There will be a total of 2 on-court sessions. Camp will begin at 9AM and end at 4PM.

Hitting Camp – July 10
Rising 5th grade – 12th grade
9 AM – 4 PM
Cost: $175 per person
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The hitting camp is intended for players in positions that attack such as middles and pin attackers. This camp will teach athletes how to be a more effective attacker by focusing on arm swing, approaches, power, and range. Campers will attack from various positions in the front row and back row. There will be a total of 2 on-court sessions. Camp will begin at 9AM and end at 4PM. Open to those entering 5th grade – 12th grade.

Serving Camp – July 9 & 10
Rising 5th grade – 12th grade
6 PM – 7:30 PM
Cost: $65 per person
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The serving camp will provide the opportunity for athletes of all skill levels to receive instruction from Vanderbilt coaches on how to become an effective server. Campers will get a high volume of reps and instruction on this highly important skill.
Camp will begin at 6PM and end at 7:30 PM. Open to those entering 5th grade – 12th grade.

Little Anchors Camp – July 13 & 14
Ages 5-10
9 AM – 12 PM 
Cost: $100 per person
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The Little Anchors Camp is designed for players who are just being introduced to volleyball or of beginner skill level. This camp will introduce volleyball skills in a fun learning environment. Camp will begin at 9AM and end at 12PM both days. Open to those between the ages of 5-10.

**Camps are open to any and all entrants (limited only by number, age, grade level, and/or gender).**

Refund Policy

If you are unable to attend camp, a refund can be provided less a $50 processing fee when a request is submitted up to 30 days prior to camp. Refunds requested within 29 days of the start of camp, or after camp has ended, will not be granted.  The camp is staffed based on the number of registered campers and staff changes cannot be made last minute.  Please ensure you can attend camp before registering. Circumstances that would allow for an exception to the 30 day policy are as follows:

• Serious illness or injury of a host or player: You’ll be asked to provide a general statement from a physician/physical therapist/athletic trainer confirming that the host or player can’t travel/participate due to the illness or injury.
• Government-mandated obligations including jury duty, travel restrictions, court appearances, and military deployment: You’ll be asked to provide a copy of the official notice dated after the reservation was booked, including the name of the person fulfilling the obligation.
• Airport and road closures, and flight cancellations that make it impossible to travel to camp: This includes closures and cancellations caused by natural disasters like earthquakes or severe storms. You’ll be asked to provide a notice of the road closure, or notice of the airport closure, or documentation from the airline that the flight was canceled/did not allow you to make it to camp.

IMPORTANT: Active, the third party vendor for Vanderbilt Athletics Camps, charges a nonrefundable fee of five dollars for all camp registrations, and this fee will be charged regardless of whether the camper qualifies for a full refund of other camp fees. By signing up for camp, all registrants acknowledge that the $5 Active registration fee will not be refunded in any event once registration is complete. Additionally, registration fees may be refunded in the event of camp cancellation or substantial rescheduling.

If you join a camp waitlist, a $20 fee will be collected. That fee is not refundable under any circumstances. The waitlist operates on a first come/first serve basis. If accepted into the camp, the waitlist fee will be applied towards the camp fee. If you are not accepted into the camp, the waitlist fee will be forfeited.

Code of Conduct 

Vanderbilt Athletics Camps strives to maintain a fun and safe environment for all participants. Positive reinforcement is the preferred approach to discipline and all counselors strive to meet that goal. In keeping with our program goals, we encourage fun for all of our participants; however, certain rules are necessary to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment.

• Campers are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times. Campers shall:

1. 1. 1. 1. Listen and follow instructions.
         2. Remain with the group at all times.
         3. Show respect to all campers, coaches, staff, equipment, and facilities.
         4. Refrain from using foul language.
         5. Refrain from fighting, pushing or shoving. Refrain from causing harm to him/her self or others.

The following activities and/or behaviors pose significant risks to campers and the broader community and are strictly prohibited. Campers who engage in these prohibited activities and/or behaviors may be subject to immediate dismissal.

1. 1. 1. 1. Insubordination
         2. Violating the rights of others, including bullying (physical, verbal, or otherwise)
         3. Damage, vandalism, littering, or theft of Vanderbilt University property, property of a University community member or campus visitor, or other property used during camp
         4. Violence of any kind, including, without limitation, fighting, assault, physical or verbal intimidation, cyber-bullying and sexual harassment
         5. Pranks and practical jokes with malicious intent or that pose a threat to camper safety
         6. Gambling
         7. Possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of matches, lighters, fireworks, explosives, or other incendiary devices
         8. Sexual Activity
         9. Sexual Misconduct
         10. Tampering with fire alarms or other emergency equipment
         11. Misuse or distribution of prescription or over-the-counter medications/drugs
         12. Possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of tobacco, alcohol, or chemical substances
         13. Possession, use, or distribution of firearms, ammunition, or other weapons or replicas of any description
         14. Violation of federal, state, or local laws