Junior Bisons Volleyball

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.

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

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. 

With program development and coaching by Bisons student-athletes, participants take part in fun, high-quality and developmentally appropriate training, programming and coaching as part of a holistic approach to long-term athlete development.

Mini Bisons Volleyball is part of Mini U.

Under the expert guidance of Bisons head coaches, the JBVC offers opportunities for young athletes aged 12-18 to develop volleyball skills, tactical knowledge and fitness. JBVC 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 Bisons student-athletes.

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 2 practice dri-fit shirts, hoodie, backpack and 2 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.

2026 Tryouts

PLEASE NOTE: Due to our high demand and tryouts selling out each year, for athletes that have a date of birth between September 1 and December 31, please register for your preferred tryout age group and attend that age class tryout only. If you would like to be considered for multiple age classes, please complete the Multiple Age Class Consideration Form.

Ages:        12U - 18U based on date of birth
Dates:       Nov 30 & Dec 6 - 8, 2025
Time:        See below for the tryout times based on age
Cost:         $40 (includes both tryout days)
Location:   University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC)

Register Here

17U & 18U Boys & Girls Early-Signing Information

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

18U Boys will not be early-signing for the 2026 season. 

For further information on the Early-Signing process, please click here. 

When an athlete has a date of birth between Sept 1 and Dec 1 you may choose your preferred tryout. If you qualify for, and would like to be considered for multiple age groups please fill out our multiple age class consideration form.  

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: Sunday, December 14, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC)

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

Boys

Girls

Team seasons for run from January-May 

• 14U-18U teams practice three days per week
• 12U-13U teams practice 2-3 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 12U-18U will participate in the Volleyball Manitoba Provincial Championships.

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

All teams 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
• 12U - 3-4 local and 1 away tournament
   

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.

Next registration opportunity: Fall 2026

Ages: 12-14
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Seven
Dates: TBD
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) 75 Sidney Smith St 
*October 26 only. Frank Kennedy Centre Brown & Gold Gyms

Price: TBD

Fall 2026 registration information will be available in August

Ages: 14-15
Hours/Day: Two hour sessions every Sunday
Number of Sessions: Seven
Dates: 
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) 75 Sidney Smith St 
*October 26 only. Frank Kennedy Centre Brown & Gold Gyms

Price: $TBD

Fall 2026 registration information will be available in August

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

Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) 75 Sidney Smith St 
*October 26 only. Frank Kennedy Centre Brown & Gold Gyms

Price: TBD

Fall 2026 registration information will be available in August

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

Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) 75 Sidney Smith St 
*October 26 only. Frank Kennedy Centre Brown & Gold Gyms

Price: TBD

Fall 2026 registration information will be available in August

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.

Next registration opportunity: Fall 2026

Dates: Mondays 
Times: 7:35pm - 8:35pm
Number of sessions: 9
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: TBD
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse

Dates: Sundays 
Times: 3:00 - 4:00pm
Number of sessions: 8
Ages: 10 - 14
Cost: TBD
Location: Max Bell Fieldhouse 

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!

Next registration opportunity: Fall 2026

Dates: Sundays 
Times: 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Ages: 8-10 Years Old, all genders welcome
*Players will be split up within the camp according to age/ability
Cost: TBD
Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) -75 Sidney Smith Street

Junior Bisons 4v4 Rallyball will be led by Ken Bentley and Arnd Ludwig and their University of Manitoba Bison Coaching staff and athletes in conjunction with the Junior Bison Coaching staff and the Junior Bisons Volleyball Technical Coordinator Joe Moore.

Guided by the Long-Term Development in Sport and Physical Activity framework, Rallyball is intended for athletes transitioning from the Learn to Train to the Train to Train stage of their developmental pathway. Using developmentally appropriate adaptations, participants will further develop physical literacy by consolidating basic skills and systems in a 4V4 gameplay environment while promoting fun and friendship.

Next registration opportunity: Fall 2026

Dates: Sundays 
Times: 4:00-5:30pm
Ages: 11-12 Years Old, all genders welcome
*Players will be split up within the camp according to age/ability
Cost: TBD
Location: University of Manitoba Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) -75 Sidney Smith Street