What do the registration fees cover?
- Administration Fees & Operating Costs: Covers general club management expenses.
- Gym Rentals: For team training and practices, scheduled twice per week.
- Registration Fees: Includes fees for Volleyball Alberta Premiers and Provincials.
- Regional Tournament Fees: Registration for two regional tournaments.
- Coaches' Expenses: Honorariums and travel costs, including hotel, fuel, and food.
- Warm-Up Shirt: Provision of one warm-up shirt per player.
Are there additional costs?
- Jersey Deposit: A $100 deposit per jersey is required upon receipt and will be refunded at the end of the season when the jersey is returned.
- Fundraising Bond: A bond of $200-$280, refundable upon meeting fundraising goals.
- Tryout Fees: Includes Volleyball Alberta Tryout Fees for the 2025 Youth Development Player-Tryout and a club tryout fee of $40.
- Membership Fee: Volleyball Alberta 2025 Youth Competitive Player-Indoor Membership Fee.
- Player Expenses: Costs for transportation, accommodations, and meals for all out-of-town tournaments.
- Nationals Fees: Includes Nationals registration, coach travel fees, and additional court rental fees.
- Regional Tournament Costs: Additional costs as determined by the team, such as entry fees and coach travel expenses.
- Team Activities: Additional activities as decided by the team, including photos, season-end events, and team bonding activities.
How many tournaments will my child attend?
- U13 Teams: Participate in 2 regional tournaments and 3 Volleyball Alberta tournaments.
- U14-U18 Teams: Engage in 2 regional tournaments and 4 Volleyball Alberta tournaments.
Locations:
- Regional Tournaments: Held in Grande Prairie, High Prairie, Dawson Creek, or Fort St. John.
- Volleyball Alberta Tournaments: Hosted in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, or Grande Prairie.
How long is the season?
The season typically runs from January through the end of April or early May. There could be a couple of practices in December. If the team is attending Nationals, the season would extend to mid or end of May depending on age class.
Are parents required to volunteer?
PRVC actively encourages parental involvement, as volunteerism is crucial to the success of our club, teams, and athletes. There are numerous ways to contribute and various roles to fill.
Each team requires a team manager and a team treasurer, who serve as vital communication links between the club, coaches, and parents. Many teams also seek additional parent volunteers to help with equipment, travel, scorekeeping, scheduling, and live streaming.
Are the coaches certified?
PRVC recognizes the importance of coaches. All of our head coaches are either fully certified or actively pursuing certification through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP). They adhere to the Volleyball Alberta Coaches’ Code of Conduct, ensuring the highest standards of coaching excellence.