Competitive Club

172 Shipp Cir, Hiram, GA 30141

2025-2026 CLUB TRYOUTS:

JULY 12th, 9 AM - 11 AM

PREP-FOR-TRYOUTS CLINIC:

JULY 8th, 7:30 - 9 PM

Real Volleyball Academy is committed to nurturing and developing young athletes within the Southern Region Volleyball Association and the USA Volleyball Association program. We focus on providing high-quality training and consistent support to lead our players to success. Our primary goal is to help each child develop essential skills and positive character traits, enabling them to reach their full potential both on and off the volleyball court. Through effective coaching, we aim to cultivate a deep passion for volleyball. As part of our comprehensive approach, we measure our athletes' success by their tangible skill growth throughout the club season.

Frequently Asked Questions

For the 2025-2026 club season

  • The Club Volleyball season runs from July through May for Local and Regional Teams, and June for National Teams.

    📌 Note: Pre-season practices (July to October) are optional only for athletes participating in middle or high school volleyball.

    • Real Volleyball Membership (expires June 30, 2026)

    • SRVA Membership (expires August 31, 2026)

    • USA Volleyball Membership (expires August 31, 2026)

    • AAU Membership(National Teams only) (expires August 31, 2026)

    • Coaching Staff

    • Approx. 200 Hours of Practice

    • BOOST Clinics

    • Scrimmages/Play-Days

    • Tournament Team Entry Fees

    • Multiple Practice T-shirts

    • RVA Team Hoodie

    Uniform package (distributed around January, once required payments are complete):

    • Game Jersey/s

    • Spandex Shorts

    • Backpack

  • Fees are determined by team level. Prices have been updated to account for inflation and recent tariff-related costs. We have made every effort to keep prices as consistent as possible.

    Regional $ 2990 Up to 3 practice/week Up to 7 Tournament Days

    National $3690 Up to 3 practice/week Up to 14 Tournament Days

    Local $ 2390 Up to 2 practice/week Up to 4 Tournament Days

    • In-Full Discount: Pay for club in full to automatically receive a $100 discount.

    • Referral Discount: Refer a new athlete who completes the full season in good standing, and you can receive $100 per referral at the end of the season.

    • Sibling Discount: Families with more than one child enrolled can receive a total of $100.

    📌 Note: You must initiate the discount process once all payment obligations are met and after the final tournament.

  • Coaches assess the following:

    • Athleticism

    • Effort & Hustle

    • Leadership & Communication

    • Teamwork & Attitude

    • Commitment

    • Individual Skill Execution

    • Volleyball IQ (Team Play in Game Scenarios)

    Team placements are determined based on age, skill level, and where each athlete can develop best. Tournament level is also determined accordingly.

  • Most tournaments are in the Metro Atlanta area and surrounding areas.

    • One-day tournaments: Saturday

    • Two-day tournaments: Saturday & Sunday

    • Three-day tournaments: Friday–Sunday

    • AAU Nationals (National teams only): Held in Orlando, FL at the OCCC and ESPN Wide World of Sports, spanning four days

  • Parents are responsible for ensuring that their players arrive at tournaments on time.

    Carpooling is highly encouraged and often organized within teams for convenience and cost savings.

  • Yes. While club dues cover most major costs, you should plan for:

    • Travel costs (gas, food, hotel)

    • Optional clinics, camps, and private lessons (with an RVA membership discount)

    • Additional tournament entry fees (if applicable)

    💡 Families often share hotel rooms or carpool to reduce travel expenses.

  • Yes. Players can participate in additional tournaments if recommended by the coaching staff and approved by parents.

    The cost for an extra one-day tournament is $75 per player.