Coached Training Leagues September to November 2024
Exciting news at Delta Athletics – we’re launching two Coached Volleyball Leagues for the fall season! One league for ages 10-12, and one league for ages 13!
We know that many athletes either can’t or don’t want to play club volleyball because of the costs and travel involved, and we understand that not everyone makes their school team. So how can an athlete continue to play and improve? That’s why we’re starting leagues, because we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality coaching, regardless of their circumstances.
Each league will have 8 teams, with a maximum of 10 athletes per team. This setup ensures that every player gets personalized coaching and ample playing time. Our experienced coaches are dedicated to helping athletes improve their skills in a fun and competitive environment.
By joining our leagues, you’ll benefit from top-notch coaching without the hassle of long-distance travel and high fees. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, we welcome everyone who loves volleyball and wants to get better.
Help us spread the word! Please like and share this post to ensure every athlete in our community knows about this great local option for high-quality coaching and competition. Visit DeltaAthletics.com for more information. Early Bird signups will begin this week!
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Frequently Asked Questions
A training league is an 8-week volleyball program where athletes can join a team and compete against other athletes in their age division. At Delta Athletics, we’re all about giving athletes the chance to play volleyball in a local and accessible setting, all while receiving top-notch coaching. If club or school volleyball isn’t an option, our training leagues are a great way for athletes to keep playing and improving their game. There will be a lower league for ages 10-12 and an upper league for ages 13-17.
Lower League (Ages 10-12):
- Early Bird (Nov 1st – Dec 7th): $165
- Regular (Dec 7th until evaluations or capacity reached): $195
Upper League (Ages 13-17):
- Early Bird (Nov 1st – Dec 7th): $195
- Regular (Dec 7th until evaluations or capacity reached): $225
Note: We find that the 10-12 age group has an effective practice attention span for around 1 hour. Athletes ages 13-17 tend to have a longer effective practice attention span of 1.5 hours hence the difference in pricing.
The total cost of the training league includes a t-shirt for every athlete, professional coaching, referees for matches and tournament, and end of season awards for the top 3 teams. Athletes must provide their own shorts, shoes, and kneepads. The total cost of the training league includes a t-shirt for every athlete, professional coaching, referees for matches and tournament, and end of season awards for the top 3 teams. Athletes must provide their own shorts, shoes, and kneepads.
Evaluations, practices, games, and the end-of-season tournament will take place at Chattanooga Preparatory School (1810 Kirby Ave Chattanooga, TN).
Evaluations help our coaches create balanced teams within the training league. Every athlete will attend an evaluation session where coaches will evenly distribute skillsets among all teams. This is NOT a tryout but a way to ensure every team has a fair chance at winning the end-of-season tournament. Rest assured, every athlete who signs up for the training league will get a spot on a team.
- Location: Chattanooga Preparatory School Gymnasium, CGLA Gym
- Dates: Saturday, January 4th – Afternoon
- Lower (10-12 years old): 1pm – 2:30pm
- Upper (13-17 years old): 2:30pm – 4pm
- Make-up Session: Sunday, January 5th – 12pm – 1pm
Delta Athletics believes that athletes deserve access to multiple high-quality coaches. We find exposure to multiple coaching styles allows athletes to find the coach that works for them and the opportunity to develop in their own way. This is why each week every practice will have a master coach for your training and a head coach for your team. At Delta, we have an open-door policy and believe both parents and athletes should be well informed about their growth and direction in the sport. Delta Athletics coaches are all IMPACT and SafeSport certified.
We have two leagues available for athletes to join. Athletes aged 10-12 will compete in one league, while those aged 13-17 will have their own league. For the 10-12 division, athletes will play with a Volley Lite volleyball and a regulation women’s height net. In the 13-17 league, athletes will compete with a regulation women’s height net and a regulation volleyball.
1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15
Each team will play games happening every Saturday. For Saturday games, we’ll provide up-referees, but we’ll need volunteers to line judge and score keep the day of. Games will happen between 9am and 2pm.
March 1st
Before the end-of-season tournament, teams will be seeded based on their season record. The tournament will follow a bracket-style format. The tournament will last between 9am and 6pm.
When you sign up, parents have the opportunity to volunteer as an assistant coach. While you won’t be running practices or creating drills, you will help with rotations and lineups, refereeing, scoring, and actively participating in practices and drills. Since being an assistant is a big responsibility, we offer a one-month free trial for Delta Athletics classes for your athlete. Spots are limited, so let us know early if you’re interested!
Boys ages 10-14 are welcome to sign up for our coached league. However, boys ages 15-17 are encouraged to attend our classes if they are interested in training with Delta Athletics. Boys interested in our Sunday classes can find more information here.
All rules and procedures in the training league are available at the Training League Rules page. Please refer that document for any questions regarding game play and gym rules.
Depending on when you cancel, you can receive a cancellation, a partial refund, or credit of your league fee.
Delta Athletics League Refund Policy – FAQ
Q: What is the difference between the signup fee and the league fee?
A: The signup fee secures your spot in the league and is non-refundable. The league fee covers your participation in the league and can be refundable under certain conditions.
Q: Is the signup fee refundable?
A: No, the signup fee is non-refundable. This fee secures your spot in the league, ensuring your place is held for you.
Q: What happens if I need to cancel my participation in the league?
A: If you cancel your participation at least 7 days before the league starts, you will not be charged the league fee, and you can withdraw from the program without further obligation.
Q: What if I cancel less than 7 days before the league starts?
A: If you cancel within 7 days before the league begins, we offer two options:
- 50% Refund: You will receive 50% of your league fee back.
- 100% Credit: Alternatively, you can choose to receive a 100% credit for future programming with Delta Athletics.
Q: How do I request a cancellation or refund?
A: To request a cancellation or refund, please contact our support team as soon as possible by emailing Cancel@DeltaAthletics.com. Include your registration details, and specify whether you prefer a 50% refund or a 100% credit for future programs.
Q: Can I use the credit from a canceled league for any program?
A: Yes, the 100% credit can be applied to any future program offered by Delta Athletics, allowing you flexibility in choosing when and how to use it.
Q: What if I have more questions about the refund policy?
A: If you have any further questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our customer service team. We’re here to help and ensure you have a positive experience with Delta Athletics.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we strive to offer the best experience for all our participants. Thank you for being a part of the Delta Athletics community!
Delta Athletics understands the desire to find the best fit for your athlete, but unfortunately, we’re unable to move athletes to different age groups due to our training league policy. Our teams are thoughtfully created to ensure fair playing time and balanced skill levels, so that every athlete has a great opportunity to grow and develop at their own pace. Once a season has started, teams are finalized, meaning athletes cannot switch teams within their league or move up or down. This helps us maintain consistency and fairness throughout the season.
Delta Athletics is unable to accommodate team requests for carpooling purposes unless a parent volunteers to be an assistant coach. To keep teams balanced and ensure skills are evenly distributed, team requests cannot be fulfilled. Our goal is for athletes to grow alongside their peers, with equal opportunities to improve their skills and compete for the tournament win.
