SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE!

If you're looking for Best In Class Volleyball training, VB RAGS Volleyball Academy has all you need to take your game to the next level. Get ready to crush it in the upcoming School season and keep your skills sharp for the next Club season!

We have prepared a variety of high powered training programs that will help you elevate your game to the next level. Indoor or Beach, Girls or Boys, Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced, this summer we have a best in class training program that will help you reach the next level of development in the sport.

Check out our menu of options below to find the best program for you!

Our All World Libero training program hits on all the areas that make a good Libero GREAT. We break down the areas of Serve Receive that are so critical at every level of the game, including tips on tracking the ball right out of the server's hand, excellence in footwork, how to execute a Just In Time Platform, and how to create effective angles. But a great Libero brings a lot more than great serve receive, so we will also teach you how to Read the Hitters, how to Expand your Defensive Range, and many more skills that will allow you to be the Libero opposing teams want to avoid on the court. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

No doubt all hitters love to bang, but not all bangers are Effective Scorers. At the higher levels of the game, the more tools you have to score with, the more effective you will be. In this program we teach you the finer skills you need in order to significantly improve your hitting average, regardless of the game situation you're in when attacking. From Decision-Making to Off Speed Shots, from How to Deal with an Effective Block to learning How to Read the Defense; this program is a must for any Attacker who wants to be an Effective Scorer at the highest levels of the game. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

Blocking is one of the most under trained skills in Volleyball, and yet, a strong blocking team can shut down strong hitters and alter the course of a match. We will teach you the proper technique, including Eye Sequence, Ready Position, Footwork, Arm and Hand Movements, as well as some cues that will help you determine where to position yourself in order to have the best opportunity to stop the hitters. We will also cover different types of blocking styles including Swing Blocking, Blocking off One Foot, and others. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

A six rotation Outside Hitter is a player who's skilled enough in all areas of the game to never have to leave the court. We begin this training program with a focus on Serve Receive and Defense. We train you like a Libero, so that your back row skills are as strong as your front row attacking and blocking skills. We will also work on how to transition effectively from Serve Receive to Attacking, from both, zone 4 and zone 2. We will teach you to transition from Blocking and Defense to Attacking, emphasizing on proper footwork and movement patterns. Dominating these skills will prepare you to play all around and be able to add value to your team regardless of where you are on the court. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

In baseball and softball, the best pitchers are able to deliver different types of pitches to try to dominate batters. In Volleyball, great servers master more than one serving style, which allows them to keep passers guessing, and disrupt the passers' rhythm. We will teach you the Jump Float, Top Spin Jump Serve, the Short Serve, and how to put different types of curves and spins on your serves. From the footwork for each type of serve, to the toss and contact point, you will learn all the steps required to become an effective scorer from the service line. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning. 

At the higher levels of the sport, Setters need to be effective Attackers. A setter who can attack is a setter who draws the attention from blockers which helps create more one on one situations for their Hitters. In this program we teach you the different types of setter attacks, the how, the where, and the when. We also teach you how to read the defense, so that you know which type of Setter Attack your opponent is most vulnerable to. We teach you how to disguise your attacks so as to improve your probability of scoring with each attack. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

Our Positional Training is meant to provide players with excellent technical training  in a specific position.  We teach our players the correct movement patterns, the correct mechanics, and the critical tactical skills of the given position they seek to master.  Please know that every player can benefit from learning different positional skills, so for instance, we encourage Hitters to, in addition to taking the Hitting Skills training, also consider taking the Liberos Skills training, so that they can become strong back row players, and thus earn more time on the court.  Likewise, we encourage our Liberos to also consider taking the Setting Skills training, and vice versa, since Liberos need to know how to Set, and Setters need to know how to defend. 

There are many situations when the block is well set, and your job is to try to score against it. This program focuses exclusively on how to identify where the block is and how to beat it. We teach you how to first identify the hitting situation you're in so that you can improve your decision-making process. We also teach you how to use your depth of field vision, and how to make contact that will give you the highest probability of scoring, regardless of how strong the block is. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

Any volleyball coach knows that great Middles are hard to find, and they are not born, they are trained. This program is all about teaching Middles the key skills required to be great at the position. From Blocking Footwork, Eye Sequence, and Arm/Hand movements, to Attacking Skills in first and zero tempo in front and behind the setter, hitting the slide, and hitting the gap. We cover movement patterns, proper footwork, and effective arm swing mechanics required to be effective at the Middle Position. We use video technology during the class to illustrate proper technique and reinforce the learning.

Our program is designed for players 15-18 with experience playing at the higher levels of GEVA, and who have an interest in playing at the collegiate level or excelling at excelling during their High School season. We will review some of the fundamentals but will spend most of our time covering high level technical and tactical areas such as scoring against the block, off speed attacking, hitting in combinations, and other elements of high level Hitting. We will also spend time on developing an effective Jump Serve, Back Row Attack, and Effective Blocking. We will work with Setters on how to run an effective offense, using all areas of the net to maximize scoring opportunities. With Liberos, we will work on movement patterns, expanding your defensive range, angle management and passing keys to improve serve receive skills. We will use video review to improve technique and will also watch film to breakdown offensive and defensive strategies that will improve your vb IQ.

Our Pre-Tryouts Evaluation Clinics provide players who are interested in trying out for our club teams with the opportunity to meet our coaching staff, get acclimated with our facility and coaching style, as well as the opportunity to meet potential teammates. With club tryouts taking place earlier and earlier every season, our clinics also give our coaches more time to learn where each player is in their skills development curve. This information will come in handy once the formal tryouts take place and we have to make decisions on what team is the best fit for each player. These clinics are not a requirement for trying out at VB Rags Volleyball, but they are strongly recommended for anyone considering playing with us next club season.

This program is designed for HS age girls and MS age girls who want to learn or strengthen their all around vb skills. We cover the key areas of the game, including Serving, Passing, Setting, Hitting, and Digging. We also go over the fundamentals of team offense and defense. By combining high paced drills with game-like situations, we ensure players are not only learning or reinforcing proper technique but are also having a blast in the process. Players are grouped according to their level of skill and experience (Beginners or Intermediate/Advanced) to ensure maximum learning.

Come learn how to play Beach Volleyball, the fastest growing modality of our sport! This program will teach you the fundamentals of Beach Volleyball, including the many differences in technique and rules between indoor and beach. Learning to play beach volleyball will strengthen your ball control offensively and defensively, while making you a more versatile player. There is no specialization in beach Volleyball, so all players will learn to perform every skill. Playing two on two will force you to be more alert and this will increase your overall VB IQ, which will help you plenty when you return to the indoor courts. In addition, the extra touches on the ball will help accelerate your development. Lastly, training on sand will help you improve your stamina and even help you improve your vertical jump, all while having a great time in a temperature controlled environment.

Come learn how to play Beach Volleyball, the fastest growing modality of our sport! This program will teach you the fundamentals of Beach Volleyball, including the differences in technique and rules between indoor and beach. Learning to play beach volleyball will strengthen your ball control offensively and defensively, while making you a more versatile player. There is no specialization in Beach Volleyball, so all players will learn to perform every skill. Playing two on two will force you to be more alert and this will increase your overall VB IQ, which will help you plenty when you return to the indoor courts. In addition, the extra touches on the ball will help accelerate your development. Lastly, training on sand will help you improve your stamina and even help you improve your vertical jump, all while having a great time in a temperature controlled environment.

Are you interested in taking your game to the next level?

If yes, we'd love to have you come and listen to our presentation on our philosophy, training methodology, and the formula we have used to achieve Best in Class status over the past several years, in New Jersey and beyond. In order to accommodate families' availability, we will be conducting tryouts on multiple dates, as we begin identifying players for our National and Regional teams for the 2022-23 junior club season that begins in November.

We’ll turbo charge your skills so you can bring your best game to your upcoming school team try-outs! In a fun, high intensity, and fast paced environment, we will review the fundamentals and challenge you to play at a higher level in every aspect of the game. We will break down the fundamentals and review excellence in technique for key area of the game. In a series of fun yet challenging individual and team drills, we will cover the key areas of the game so that you can perform at your best during try-outs. We will review team offense and defense, and will use film to illustrate correct movement patterns. We will also incorporate some classroom time to ensure you understand how coaches analyze performance through the use of stats.

Our program is designed for the beginner to intermediate player who wants to learn or polish his technique in the key areas of the game. From Serving to Passing, to Setting and Hitting, we will break down every skill and make sure your solid fundamentals allow you to become the best player your athletic ability and work ethic will allow you to be. We will spend plenty of time on each technical area as well as game strategy via a combination of skill specific drills and game-like situations.

Our Pre-Tryouts Evaluation Clinics provide players who are interested in trying out for our club teams with the opportunity to meet our coaching staff, get acclimated with our facility and coaching style, as well as the opportunity to meet potential teammates. With club tryouts taking place earlier and earlier every season, our clinics also give our coaches more time to learn where each player is in their skills development curve. This information will come in handy once the formal tryouts take place and we have to make decisions on what team is the best fit for each player. These clinics are not a requirement for trying out at VB Rags Volleyball, but they are strongly recommended for anyone considering playing with us next club season.

Over the past several years, VB Rags Volleyball has raised the bar to become the #1 Girls Junior Volleyball Club in New Jersey. Now that we have our own, state of the art volleyball complex in Randolph, NJ, we have enough space to finally launch our competitive Boys Volleyball Club program. We are eager to work with dedicated student-athletes, 12-18, who are passionate about Volleyball and want to train and play at a higher level. Our National teams will compete in key events across the US, looking for strong competition that will help our players grow and get exposure to collegiate level coaches. Or proven formula of success will ensure our boys program is as successful as our girls program has been for over a decade.

Our Mini Volley Program is designed for players 6-9yrs old (boys and girls) who have an interest in learning to play Volleyball.



Our approach to teaching Volleyball follows three stages: How to Enjoy, How to Play, and How to Win.  The program focuses on the first two stages: How to Enjoy and How to Play. We use a modified version of the sport with a lower net, a smaller court, and less players per court, to ensure every athlete is more involved in every drill or game situation. This leads to more touches of the ball for each player, which in turn leads to more learning, and more fun. We focus on a collaborative environment, not competition. The players inevitably fall in love with the sport and in the process begin learning the proper fundamentals.

10% Sibling discount will be applied at checkout. Please note that the sibling discount applies when two children are registered for the same program; you need to complete the registration during the same online session, you cannot close or refresh your browser.

If you have kids participating in different programs, please reach out so we explore discount options.

Please do not hesitate to reach out directly by sending an email to: [email protected].

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