Become an MVA Coach!
Inquiry Process
The MVA Coaching Interest Survey is an online form that you can access using the button below. Once you submit your inquiry the information will be sent to jessicav@michigansportsacademies.com for the Winter and Spring season.
General Expectations
- A passion to teach and impact athletes in a positive manner both on and off the volleyball court.
- The ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of accountability and fun for all players.
- Attend MVA coaching clinic (Learn the MVA methods of training, conflict resolution skills, concussion management, and social media guidelines).
- CPR training current or attend an MVA session.
- Maintain a professional manner during all MVA events and communication with parents and athletes.
- Provide weekly updates to lead coach and participate in bi-weekly coaches’ meetings.
- Follow all MVA coaches guidelines as outlined in the Coaching Handbook.
Time Requirements - Rise Teams
- 6 month commitment, December to June
- 7 hours of practice per week; 3 days a week.
- highly competitive tournaments, out of state.
- Tournaments are generally two-days with a few three-day events also.
- Rise teams will travel regionally and may include national qualifiers and the National Championships.
Time Requirements - Premier Teams
- 6 month commitment, December to June
- 5 hours of practice per week; 2 days a week
- 8-12 tournaments per season.
- Tournaments are generally two-days with a few three-day events also.
- Premier will play in the Michiana Power League.
- Premier will travel regionally with a few out of state tournaments.
Time Requirements - Regional
- 3 month commitment. Winter, Spring, or Both!
- 4 hours of practice per week. 2 days.
- 4 – 5 tournaments per season.
- Tournaments are one – day tournament with 1 two-day tournament.
- Events are local to Grand Rapids with the exception of 1 regional tournament per season.
Time Requirements - MVA 616
- In-House teams
- Winter or Spring Sessions – 8 weeks per session
- 2 hours of practice per week; 1 day.
- See our MVA 616 page for more information