James Finley Volleyball Camp at the University of Washington

SECURE YOUR SPOT!

Please note: Camp sessions SOLD OUT in 2023. You can expect high demand on these first-come-first-serve camper spots, so please be sure to register early.

2024 OVERVIEW

• Age Group: 5-18
• Gender: Girls & boys
• Programs: All Skills, Serving Clinics, Passing Clinics, Setting Clinics, Little Volleys, High School Prep/Advanced
• Camp Options: Day Camp
  
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided, please bring a sack lunch to camp each day.

2024 CAMP DATES

• June 28: Serving Clinic | Passing Clinic | Setting Clinic
• June 29-July 1: Little Volleys
• June 29-July 1: All Skills: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 3: Serving Clinic | Passing Clinic | Setting Clinic
• August 4-6: Little Volleys
• August 4-6: All Skills: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 7: Serving Clinic | Passing Clinic | Setting Clinic
• August 8-10: All Skills: Intermediate
• August 8-10: High School Prep/Advanced
• Attend multiple sessions! Campers are encouraged to attend multiple sessions! Each program delivers something unique to help players excel in all areas of the game.

CAMP OPTIONS

Please note: Camp schedules and details may be subject to change. Upon arrival, all participants are evaluated by the staff to provide training with other campers who are at a similar skill level.

SERVING CLINIC SCHEDULES

• June 28: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 3: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 7: Intermediate & Advanced
• Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
  • Beginner: Recommended for girls ages 11-14, and boys ages 10-13 with 0-1 year of experience
  • Intermediate: Recommended for girls ages 12-15, and boys ages 11-14 with at least 1-3 years of playing experience and 1+ year of club experience
  • Advanced: Recommended for players ages 14-18, with 3+ years of club experience, consistently served overhand, understand rotations, and have a primary position
• Gender: Girls and Boys*
• Check-in: 8:30am
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-11:30am
• Program: This Serving Clinic is designed to help players get prepared for their fall season with the one skill that can change and dominate the game of volleyball, serving. Instruction in serving techniques and tactics, including zone serving and short serving. Learn about float serves, jump float serves, and topspin serves.

*Nets will be set up at women's regulation height

*If you are planning to attend the Passing Clinic OR Setting Clinic after, please bring your lunch. Campers will be supervised between sessions.

PASSING CLINIC SCHEDULES

• June 28: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 3: Beginner & Intermediate
• August 7: Intermediate & Advanced
• Skill Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
  • Beginner: Recommended for girls ages 11-14, and boys ages 10-13 with 0-1 year of experience
  • Intermediate: Recommended for girls ages 12-15, and boys ages 11-14 with at least 1-3 years of playing experience and 1+ year of club experience
  • Advanced: Recommended for players ages 14-18, with 3+ years of club experience, consistently served overhand, understand rotations, and have a primary position
• Gender: Girls and Boys*
• Check-in: 12:30pm
• Daily Hours: 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Program: The Passing Clinic will focus on various passing techniques for both front-row and back-row passers, as well as all-around ball control techniques to improve consistency.

*Nets will be set up at women's regulation height

*If you are planning to attend the Setting Clinic after, please bring a snack Campers will be supervised between sessions.

SETTING CLINIC SCHEDULES

• June 28: Intermediate
• August 3: Intermediate
• August 7: Intermediate & Advanced
• Skill Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
  • Intermediate: Recommended for girls ages 12-15, and boys ages 11-14 with at least 1-3 years of playing experience and 1+ year of club experience
  • Advanced: Recommended for players ages 14-18, with 3+ years of club experience, consistently served overhand, understand rotations, and have a primary position
• Gender: Girls and Boys*
• Check-in: 12:30pm
• Daily Hours: 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Program: The Setting Clinic will focus on various setting techniques for both front-row and back-row setters, as well as all-around ball control techniques to improve consistency.

*Nets will be set up at women's regulation height

LITTLE VOLLEY CAMP SCHEDULE

• Session I: June 29-July 1
• Session II: August 4-6
• Gender: Girls and Boys
• Age Groups: 5-7 year olds | 8-10 year olds
• Check-in: 8:15am
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-11:30am
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Program: This Little Volley program is designed for young players, who are just starting out or in the first year of learning the basic skills of volleyball. Campers ages 5-10 years old will play with a lighter ball and on a lower net to help introduce volleyball skills, motor development, and serious fun!

BEGINNER ALL SKILLS CAMP SCHEDULE

• Session I: June 29-July 1
• Session II: August 4-6
• Gender: Girls and Boys*
  
• Check-in: 8:15am
• Daily Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Program: This Beginner All Skills program is geared towards girls ages 11-14, and boys ages 10-13 with 0-1 year of playing experience. Campers will be taught the basic skills for all positions, with exposure to volleyball systems, rotations, and competitions. Our 10-12-year-old athletes train on the same net height that is used when playing USA Volleyball 12 and under. Our 13-14-year-old athletes go through skill testing and are placed on courts with other campers at their same physical and skill abilities to create success and confidence for each athlete. All campers will be taught the same skills and concepts.

*Nets will be set up at women's regulation height

INTERMEDIATE ALL SKILLS CAMP SCHEDULE

• Session I: June 29-July 1
• Session II: August 4-6
• Session III: August 8-10
• Gender: Girls and Boys*
  
• Check-in: 8:15am
• Daily Hours: Day 1-2: 9:00am-6:00pm, Day 3: 9:00am-4:00pm
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Program: This Intermediate All Skills program is geared towards girls ages 12-15, and boys ages 11-14 with at least 1-3 years of playing experience and 1+ year of club experience. Campers will be taught skills for all positions, with exposure to volleyball systems, rotations, and competitions. Athletes undergo skill testing and are placed on courts with other campers at their same physical and skill abilities to create success and confidence for each athlete. All campers will be taught the same skills and concepts.

*Nets will be set up at women's regulation height

HIGH SCHOOL PREP/ADVANCED SCHEDULE

• Dates: August 8-10
• Gender: Girls only
• Check-in: 8:15am
• Daily Hours: Day 1-2: 9:00am-6:00pm, Day 3: 9:00am-4:00pm
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Program: This HS Prep/Advanced program is geared towards high school and club level players, ages 14-18 entering into grades 8-12, with 2 or more years of competitive experience. All athletes MUST have a minimum of 2 years of playing experience outside of middle school and high school volleyball, basic volleyball and position skills, and some understanding of rotation along with the ability to serve overhand. This intense, challenging program stresses position play, advanced team techniques, physical conditioning, and a higher level of competitive play. The camp will provide players with, position work & development, skill development, rotations, offensive and defensive systems, and developing a player's ability to read and process the game. In addition, players will work on mindset training and concepts for positive self-talk, confidence building, and methods to handle pressure during competition.

WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THE FEE?

• Instruction: Morning and afternoon training sessions
• Lunch: Lunch is not provided. Please bring a sack lunch each day.
• Supervision: Campers are supervised by staff during camp hours
• Camp T-shirt & Prizes: Campers at multi-day camps will receive a Volleyball Camps t-shirt and prizes. *1-day clinics excluded.
• Volleyballs: Volleyballs are provided for instruction during camp. Campers may purchase a Camp Volleyball at the time of registration, which will be given out on the last day of camp. Fun tip: Have your camp friends sign your ball before you leave!

INSTRUCTION, EQUIPMENT & FACILITY

• Ratio: 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio
• Groupings: Campers are grouped by ability, age, and experience.
• Equipment Needed: Players should supply their own kneepads and have at least one pair of well-broken-in volleyball (court) shoes. Campers do not need to bring their own ball.
• Facility: Indoor courts
• Medical Protocol: Most camps have an athletic trainer on-site to help with illness or injury. In case of an emergency, campers will be transported to the nearest hospital.

CAMP DIRECTOR NOTE TO CAMPERS

“We are excited you have chosen to train with us at Nike Volleyball Camps this summer. It is so much fun for camp staff to share our experience and knowledge in helping you improve your skills, mindset and understanding of the game. The camp philosophy is to teach technique through the development of an athletes mindset. This allows a volleyball player to gain knowledge, make good decisions and learn to perform under pressure. Two way communication between campers and staff allows us to work together with each camper in their development while having fun” - James Finley

PREPARE FOR CAMP: COMPLETE YOUR PRE-CAMP CHECKLIST

To view your customer account, complete your mandatory forms, pay balance dues, and review important camp information, visit Pre-Camp Checklist. All necessary camp information is on this page. If there are any imperative changes prior to camp start, registered campers will be notified via email and this webpage will be updated!

CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING

Below is a suggested list of clothes, equipment, and personal items. US Sports Camps is NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles or money.

• Athletic, on-court clothing (t-shirts, shorts)
• Indoor volleyball shoes, well broken-in
• Outdoor athletic shoes
• Knee pads
• Water bottle
• Sunscreen
• Small gym bag/backpack
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Spending money
• COVID PPE (as required by state/local guidelines)
• Signed Health & Release forms and waivers (forms completed online do not need to be printed and turned in at camp)

CHECK-IN DROP OFF LOCATION

Check-In Information: Drop athletes BEHIND the IMA building. Exit Montlake Blvd onto Wahkiakum Rd; follow around to right to rear of IMA building. Our entrance is up the back steps on the balcony.