Development Pathways

In-House Training Programs

Designed to help young athletes find joy in movement, master core skills, and compete with confidence.

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Young athletes practicing volleyball, with a player setting the ball.Two young athletes following the ball during a volleyball rally.
Learning through play at TVVC

Session dates & details

Winter registration opens after team tryouts — Nov 20, 2026.

Winter session
Jan 11 – March 12, 2027
Spring session
March 29 – May 28, 2027
Practice schedule
One hour, twice per week.
Practice days and start times to be confirmed.
Location
TVVC Facility
2820 SE 58th Court, Hillsboro, OR 97123
5th–6th Grade

How Ignition works

Ignition is where young athletes fall in love with the game through play. We believe that at this age, the best way to learn is through joy, movement, and connection.

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Illustration of four young athletes playing 2v2 volleyball on a compact court with a lowered net.
A 2v2 example. Ignition primarily uses 1v1, 2v2, and 4v4 on smaller courts with lower nets and a lighter ball.

The Child at the Center

Practices are built around fun, fast-moving games that encourage exploration, teamwork, and confidence. Instead of full-size equipment, we use smaller courts, lower nets, and lighter balls.

💡 How Learning Happens

Practices primarily use small-sided games—1v1, 2v2, and 4v4—with scoring and rule variations that teach the principles of volleyball. Athletes move quickly from brief demonstrations into play, where they explore ideas and solve problems.

7th–9th Grade

The PlayWorks approach

A skill-focused exploratory program for 7th–9th graders. Advanced 6th graders may join with director approval only. Designed to maximize touches and decisions through game-based learning.

Illustration of twelve athletes playing 6v6 volleyball on a full-size court.
A full-court 6v6 example. PlayWorks also uses small-sided games and smaller courts at times, always with a women’s-height net and a regulation-size ball.

Court & Equipment

We use smaller courts at times, but always a women’s-height net and a regulation-size volleyball while developing serving, passing, setting, and attacking.

Game-Based

Small-sided games build touches and decisions. Variations of 6v6 on a full-size court also help athletes explore the team game.

Low Commitment

Perfect for athletes looking to grow without the full club load.