Junior Bisons Volleyball

Developed by the Bisons' strength and conditioning coaches, this dynamic program takes a structured approach to athlete development and performance. Focusing on the traits like speed, power, agility and coordination can help make your young athlete an exciting 'game changer' in their sport of choice.

Training sessions will include exercises and equipment focusing on sprinting, jumping, throwing, and change of direction skills. These techniques will help develop athletes of all levels and across all sports, improving performance and reducing the chance of injury.
 
This program is designed to complement your athlete's existing sport schedule, including practice and game days, without compromising their energy or performance.

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Session: Fall 2026
Day of the week: Mondays 
Dates: Sept. 21 - Dec. 7 (no classes Oct. 12, 19, Nov. 9)
Time: 7:35 p.m. - 8:35 p.m.
Number of sessions: 9
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: $153
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse

Session: Winter 2027
Day of the week: Sundays
Dates: Jan. 10 - Feb 21 (no classes Feb. 14)
Times: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Number of sessions: 6
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: $102
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse

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The Junior Bison skills camps programming is led by Bisons volleyball head coaches Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig in conjunction with Junior Bisons Volleyball Technical Coordinator Joe Moore, and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes. These skills camps are designed for players with previous school or club playing experience looking to excel in their individual and team skills and tactics.

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Ages: 12-14
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Eight
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
2026 Dates - Locations:
Sept. 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 4 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct.11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre 
Oct. 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre 

Price: $472

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Ages: 14-15
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Eight
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 
2026 Dates - Locations:
Sept. 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 4 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre 
Oct. 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre 
Price: $472

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Ages: 16-18
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Eight
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m."
2026 Dates - Locations:

Sept. 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 4 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct. 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms

Price: $472

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Ages: 13-18
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Eight
Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
2026 Dates - Locations:

Sept. 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 4 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct. 11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct. 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov. 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms

Price: $472

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Under the expert guidance of Bisons head coaches, the club programming offers opportunities for young athletes aged 12-18 to develop volleyball skills, tactical knowledge and fitness. This program is a high-level training experience for new athletes in the sport to develop and those looking for a career in post-high school competition to further their abilities.

Programming is led by Bisons volleyball head coaches Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig in conjunction with Junior Bisons Volleyball Technical Coordinator Joe Moore, and facilitated by experienced and knowledgeable coaches.

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Learn more about our club volleyball program

When an athlete has a date of birth between Sept 1 and Dec 1 you may choose your preferred tryout. 

*12U Girls: New for the 2027 season we are introducing a 4v4 competitive training model. Athletes will experience skill development progressing toward modified game play in an internal league setting. 

2027 Tryouts

Dates: Nov 29 to Dec 17, 2026 
Ages: 12U - 18U based on date of birth
Time: See below
Cost: $40 (includes both tryout days)
Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC)

PLEASE NOTE: Due to high demand and tryouts selling out each year, athletes who have a date of birth between September 1 and December 31 are encouraged to tryout for their age class of preference.

*All athletes (13U & 14U girls) are required to attend the Sunday session from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Following Sunday's evaluation, athletes will be assigned to one of two Monday sessions:

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Each athlete will be notified of their assigned Monday time slot immediately following the Sunday tryout.

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17U & 18U Boys & Girls early-signing information

Athletes who wish to express interest in early signing can contact Joe Moore directly. 

Learn more about Volleyball Manitoba's early signing period. 

Open gyms

17U & 18U Boys & Girls open gyms

Open gyms are intended for athletes interested in early-signing with our teams at the 17U or 18U age class. 

Sessions provide an opportunity to explore our programming and work directly with our coaches. After these sessions, coaches will reach out to selected athletes during the early- signing period (Aug. 31 – Sep. 3, 2026).

Dates and times

Cost: $40 for both sessions. 

Boys

Girls

2026 Fee Structure

(2027 fees to be finalized after tryouts)

Girls 12-15

Girls 16-18

Boys 13-18

Player fees cover Volleyball Manitoba registration, facility rentals, tournament entry fees, Junior Bisons banquet ticket, coaching honorariums and per diems, strength and conditioning, Hudl subscriptions, sports psychology sessions, equipment, supplies and administration costs. All fees are based on a 12 athlete roster. 

• This larger fee is payable in one lump sum in January or can be paid by credit card in a 5 month payment plan (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May)

Apparel fees cover two practice dri-fit shirts, hoodie, backpack and two game jerseys.

• The full apparel fee is due at the parent meeting in December with credit card as the clothing is ordered and paid for instantly through the online store.

Travel fees cover player and coaches hotel expenses, coaches flights and travel expenses, and team rental vehicles/buses and gas.

• The travel fee does not include player flights to Nationals or any other tournaments. The travel fee is due in one payment (date TBD). It is determined by the number of players on each team, number of tournaments, locations, travel etc.

Families play a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of young athletes' development. In order to ensure families have all of the information necessary to ensure a successful season for their athlete our leadership team hosts a meeting after tryouts, before the season begins. Here you will meet the coaching staff, complete the team registration process, receive team schedules, complete online apparel orders, and learn about our club philosophy.  

Date: TBD (December 2026)
Time: TBD
Location: TBD

This meeting is a requirement of playing Junior Bisons Club Volleyball and all athletes and one parent/guardian must be in attendance.

2027 Team seasons run from January-May 

• 13U-18U teams practice three days per week
• 12U girls training teams will practice 2 days per week 

All teams have two strength and conditioning sessions per week (same days as practice).

All teams will engage in Mental health skills and mental health training provided by Attollo Mental Health & Performance. 

All teams 13U-18U will participate in the Volleyball Manitoba Provincial Championships.

All teams 14U and up will participate in the Volleyball Canada National Championships.

All teams 13U-18U will participate in tournaments:

• 18U - 5-6 local and 1-3 away tournaments
• 17U - 5-6 local and 1-3 away tournaments
• 16U - 4-5 local and 1-3 away tournaments
• 15U - 4-5 local and 1-2 away tournaments
• 14U - 4-5 local and 1 away tournament
• 13U - 3-4 local and 1 away tournament
   

The Junior Bisons program provides high-performance training and competition opportunities designed to develop leadership, personal excellence and team-building skills in young athletes. A partnership with our program offers companies a unique platform to align with these core values and support the next generation of community leaders. We don't just teach volleyball; through our programs, young athletes develop valuable leadership skills for their future.

Strategic partnership tiers

We offer three levels of corporate partnership, each designed to provide high-visibility brand alignment while directly impacting the seasonal travel budget for our athletes.

• Team Champion (one per team) | $5,000: The exclusive official team champion for a designated team. Includes premium logo placement on physical signage, a dedicated "thank you" section in all team emails, plus inclusion in high performance summer camp email campaigns, and a social media shout outs.

   

• Team Partner | $3,500: Includes logo inclusion on gym entrance signage, a featured logo in our seasonal family wrap-up report plus inclusion in our high performance summer camp email campaigns, and a social media post showcasing alignment of your corporate mission with Junior Bison values. .

   

• Team Supporter | $1,000: Includes logo placement on gym entrance signage and recognition in our high-performance summer camp digital campaigns.

   

How to get involved

If your organization is interested in supporting the next generation of Manitoba’s leaders through a Junior Bisons partnership, we invite you to discuss our current opportunities.

For more information and to request a sponsorship package, please contact: Nataliya Wanke, Marketing Coordinator.

Designed for competitive athletes aged 15 and older, this strength and conditioning program provides individualized training plans tailored to each athlete's sport, experience level and performance goals.

Athletes train in the High Performance Training Centre under the guidance of certified strength and conditioning coaches. With structured programming, expert support and ongoing accountability, participants can build strength, improve performance and develop resilience throughout their competitive season.

This program is ideal for Junior Bisons, swim team athletes and competitors from any sport.

Program features

• Customized programming: Age-appropriate, sport-specific training plans designed to support individual goals.
• Expert coaching: Direct supervision and guidance from certified high-performance coaches.
• Measurable progress: Regular performance monitoring and program adjustments to support continued development.
• Comprehensive development: Training focused on strength, power, speed and injury resilience.

For the best results, we recommend three training sessions per week. One- and two-day membership options are also available, allowing athletes to build training around practices, competitions and other commitments.

Train stronger. Move better. Perform with confidence.

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Weekly schedule

Training sessions take place Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Choose one, two or three training days per week and build a schedule that fits your availability and goals.

Program dates

• Fall 2026: Sept. 28 to Dec. 3, 2026
• Winter 2027: Jan. 11 to March 25, 2027
• Spring 2027: Dates and times to be determined

Eligibility

Athletes from all sports and clubs are welcome to register.

Training fees

• One- or two-day membership: $25 per session
• Three-day membership: $22.50 per session

Junior Bisons Smashball, previously known as Mini Volleyball will be led by Ken Bentley, Arnd Ludwig and their University of Manitoba Bison Coaching staff and athletes in conjunction with the Junior Bisons Volleyball Technical Coordinator Joe Moore.

Guided by the Long-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity framework, Smashball is an approach of initiating athletes to the game of volleyball who are in either the FUNdamentals or Learn to Train stage of their developmental pathway. Using developmentally appropriate adaptations, participants will develop physical literacy by being introduced to the basic skills, rules and the etiquette required to participate. With a focus on fair play and respect for others, participants will experience increased success, build confidence, and want to play more often!

Session: Fall 2026
Day: Sundays
Dates - Locations:
Sept 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct 4 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct 11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
November 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Times: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Ages: 8-10 Years Old, all genders welcome
*Players will be split up within the camp according to age/ability
Cost: $256

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Guided by the long-term development in sport and physical activity framework, rallyball is designed for athletes transitioning from the learn to train to the train to train stage of their developmental pathway. Using developmentally appropriate adaptations, participants enhance their physical literacy by consolidating basic skills and systems in a 4V4 gameplay environment while promoting fun and friendship.

Programming is led by Bisons volleyball head coaches Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig alongside their Bisons coaching staff and student-athletes. This elite leadership team collaborates with Junior Bisons coaching staff and Technical Coordinator Joe Moore to provide a high-quailty experience for all participants.

Session: Fall 2026
Day: Sundays
Dates - Locations:
Sept 27 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Oct 4 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct 11 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Oct 18 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
Nov 1 - Frank Kennedy Centre Gyms
November 8, 15, 22 - Investors Group Athletic Centre Gyms
Times: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Ages: 11-12 Years Old, all genders welcome
*Players will be split up within the camp according to age/ability
Cost: $256
 

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Junior Bisons high performance volleyball camps are designed for competitive athletes to build excellence through high-quality, developmentally appropriate training and programming. As part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development, these camps provide a challenging environment that allows athletes to further refine their technical skills and tactical understanding. Each day includes on-court training, game play, as well as strength and conditioning and sport science sessions.

Programming is led by Bisons volleyball head coaches Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig in conjunction with Junior Bisons Volleyball Technical Coordinator Joe Moore, and facilitated by Bisons student-athletes.

Previous volleyball experience is required.

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Investors Group Athletic Centre will be closed for renovations from June - September 2026. Programs will be relocated to other gyms on campus.  For more information, please visit the service disruptions page. 

Ages: As below
Hours/Day: 6 hours/day
Dates: Summer 2026

Gender ID Male*:
Week 7 - Aug. 17 - 21 (ages 12-18)

Gender ID Female*:
Week 8 - Aug. 24 - 28 (ages 15U-18U)                                    
Week 9 - Aug. 31 - Sept. 4 (ages 12U-15U)

* Each athlete is encouraged to choose the program that best aligns with their identity and where they feel most comfortable. All are welcome.

Price: $469