Volleyball Futures

Volleyball Futures supports the development of young players who aspire to play for England. 

Volleyball Futures is a national development initiative designed to nurture young volleyball talent by introducing them to higher level concepts and a national team type of environment while also supporting coaches in creating high-quality learning environments. The programme is divided into two age-specific pathways: 

Foundation 

For younger athletes (ages 12-14), focusing on volleyball fundamentals and early-stage development. 

Evolution

For more experienced youth players (ages 14-16), emphasising fundamentals progression, more advanced tactics, and performance habits. 

Programme Strands 

Volleyball Futures is built around three key strands that work together to support both players and coaches. 

Players 

The programme helps young athletes:: 

  • Develop sound Volleyball Fundamentals 
  • Build a solid physical profile, movement capabilities and psychosocial skills 
  • Commit to continuous improvement 
  • Foster growth-oriented behaviours 

Delivered through a series of indoor and beach camps, tailored to each age group. 

Coaches 

Volleyball Futures aims to enhance the volleyball knowledge and coaching skills of those working with young players by sharing the Volleyball England Junior Player Development Framework. 

Delivered through a juniors coaches’ community of practice including: 

  • Face-to-face workshops 
  • Online Classrooms 
  • Accessible coaching resources 

Resources 

The programme promotes and shares key resources that: 

  • Provide insight into the Volleyball England Junior Player Development Framework. 
  • Support delivery using the Volleyball Fundamentals Framework 
  • Champion Volleyball England’s game-based approach to learning and development

Volleyball England Futures Camps

The next beach camp takes place on Saturday 12th July 2025 for athletes born between 2010 to 2012. 

Time: 9am to 5pm. 

Location: Leyton (Sideout) Beach Volleyball Development Centre. E10 5UE.

Head Coach: Sam Dunbavin.

To book: You can book here. View the information pack by clicking here.