Piedmont Middle School Volleyball
ANTS Volleyball is an encouraging team environment with real skill development, fun team games, and camaraderie for players of all experience levels.
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4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Everything you need to know
ANTS Volleyball is an encouraging team environment with real skill development, fun team games, and camaraderie. Players will learn and practice the fundamentals of volleyball like bumping, passing, setting, serving, rallying, and so much more. Each session, we’ll build healthy habits, develop confidence in trying new skills, and practice sportsmanship on and off the court. Players of all experience levels are welcome!
Class Meeting Point
Your class takes place at the Piedmont Middle School/Buzz Redford Gym! Park on Magnolia Ave and walk up the steps to the gymnasium doors on the middle school campus which will be open.
Child Arrival
Children will be dropped off by their guardians at the gym.
Child Dismissal
Inclement Weather Plan
Because this class takes place in an indoor gym, the class will run rain or shine.
- Cancellation more than 30 days out from start date: 100% refundable* or a full credit
- Cancellation within 14-30 days of start date: 50% refundable* or a 50% credit
- Cancellation within 14 days of start date: non-refundable
- As long as space allows, there is no fee to switch camp weeks.
*All refunds subject to non-refundable 2.9% credit card service fee
For additional information call us at 510-775-6330 or email hello@antssports.com
The ANTS Promise
The ANTS Promise is our commitment is to abide by our three core values at all times: safe, fun, and age-appropriate.
Fun
When kids are excited about playing, they're more motivated to learn and improve. Our mission is to foster that enthusiasm by maximizing FUN so that your child loves sports for a lifetime.
Safe
Our expert coaches are dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space where every child can thrive. Your child's wellbeing is our top priority.
Age-appropriate
Our coaching meets all children at their unique level. Age-appropriate equipment and positive language is crucial for athletic and social-emotional development.
Our commitment is to abide by our three core values at all times: safe, fun, and age-appropriate.
Volleyball skills pathway
Volleyball rewards movement, communication, and the confidence to try again. Individual practice, partner activities, and team games help players of every experience level learn how to control the ball and keep a rally going.
Children learn court boundaries, safe spacing, the object of the game, and a balanced ready position.
Players practice watching the ball, moving into position, stopping with balance, and preparing for the next contact.
Children learn how to form a forearm platform and direct an age-appropriate ball toward a partner or target.
Players practice controlled sets and age-appropriate serves that help start and continue play.
Partner and team activities combine the skills while children communicate, support one another, and work to keep the ball in play.
Meet our coaches
Magic moments at ANTS
Take a look at the energy, teamwork, and fun that make every ANTS session special.
S.T.A.R
Sportsmanship
Super Fun, Teamwork, Always Try, and Respect are at the heart of every class, helping kids learn, grow, and thrive.
Super fun
Whether we win or lose, the most important thing is that we have not just fun, but super fun!
Teamwork
In our classes, there are no losers. We play together as one team, supporting each other every step of the way.
Always try
Each time we practice, we get a little bit better. Let's aim to give our best effort each time.
Respect
We show respect to our teammates, coaches, and opponents, no matter what.
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Frequently asked questions
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Yes! We have the following discount codes available. Discount codes can not be combined. - Siblings discount: $20 - "siblingexplorers" (two kids in one session) - All-star discount: $20 - "allstar" (two sessions) - Super-star discount: $45 - "superstar" (three sessions or more)
We keep an 8:1 child/coach ratio at all times.
In the event of unsafe outdoor conditions, we'll move our program indoors where we'll max out on fun with indoor-friendly activities!
No. Full-day campers must bring their own lunch & snacks for the day.
We recommend the following items: footwear/clothing appropriate for athletics on hard court (i.e. no cleats), sunscreen, hat, warm layers if needed, and a refillable water bottle. Additional snacks are optional. Per camp policy, please leave pokemon cards, digital devices, and other toys at home
We will introduce you to the coaches before your camp. Each ANTS coach brings a unique set of skills & sports passions, with the unifying goal to make all sports fun and accessible for all. With decades of experience coaching youth, your ANTS coaches will take your kids through a variety of sports including tennis, soccer, basketball, flag football, floor hockey, volleyball, dodgeball, athletic games, favorite childhood games like noodle games and capture the flag, and so much more. It's going to be a blast!
Absolutely. All coaches must pass federal & state background checks & TB test requirements.
Coaches are selected and screened based on experience and passion in early childhood sports development. All coaches are trained in-depth from ANTS on developmentally appropriate curriculum and techniques.
Here is our refund policy: - Cancellation more than 14 days out: 100% refundable* or a full credit - Cancellation within 14 days: non-refundable - As long as space allows, there is no fee to switch seasons. *All refunds subject to non-refundable 2.9% credit card service fee