New to Club Volleyball?
Everyone Starts Somewhere.
If you're exploring club volleyball for the first time, you're in the right place. Every season, we welcome families who have questions about tryouts, teams, tournaments, travel, and what to expect. This guide will walk you through the basics of club volleyball and help you determine if ACE Elite is the right fit for your athlete.
Whether your daughter is looking for additional training, more competitive opportunities, or simply wants to continue playing the sport she loves, we'd love to help you find the right fit.
Whether your daughter is looking for additional training, more competitive opportunities, or simply wants to continue playing the sport she loves, we'd love to help you find the right fit.
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What is Club Volleyball?
Club volleyball is a competitive volleyball season that takes place outside of school volleyball. Athletes train with their club team throughout the season while competing against other clubs in tournaments across Minnesota and the Midwest.
Club volleyball provides athletes with opportunities to:
- Improve individual skills
- Learn advanced team systems
- Compete against strong competition
- Build lasting friendships
- Develop confidence and leadership
- Prepare for high school and collegiate volleyball
Is Club Volleyball Right for My Athlete?
Club volleyball is a great fit for athletes who:
✅ Love volleyball and want to improve
✅ Enjoy practicing regularly
✅ Want to compete against strong competition
✅ Are willing to work hard and be great teammates
You don't have to be the best player in your school to play club volleyball. We offer multiple competitive levels so athletes can continue developing at the pace that's right for them.
How Does the Season Work?
Here's a general overview of the girls club volleyball season:
July–October
Tryout information is released and registration opens.
October–November
Tryouts are held and teams are formed.
November
Practices begin.
December–April
Teams practice weekly and compete in tournaments throughout the season.
April–June
Some Regional and National teams continue competing depending on their tournament schedule.
Note: Exact dates vary by age group and team level each season.
What Happens at Tryouts?
Tryouts are designed to evaluate each athlete's current skills and place them on the team that best fits their development.
Coaches evaluate athletes on:
- Passing
- Serving
- Attacking
- Setting
- Defense
- Athleticism
- Communication
- Coachability
- Teamwork
The goal isn't perfection. We're looking for athletes who are eager to learn, compete, and grow.
Understanding Team Levels
ACE Elite offers different levels of competition based on athlete evaluations, experience, and commitment.
Local Teams
Perfect for athletes looking to continue developing their skills while keeping travel and time commitments lower.
Regional Teams
A competitive option with strong competition throughout Minnesota and the Midwest while maintaining a balanced travel schedule.
National Teams
Our highest level of competition for athletes committed to advanced development and premier competition.
Choosing the Right Club
Finding the right volleyball club is about more than tournament schedules, uniforms, or which team your athlete makes. Coaching, culture, development philosophy, communication, and overall fit all matter.
We put together 7 Questions Every Family Should Ask When Choosing a Volleyball Club to help you evaluate your options and make a confident decision for your athlete.