Business Details
20 Years
experience
Your Trusted Volleyball Academy in LaVista, NE
The Volleyball Academy has been a premier volleyball training facility since 2006, offering comprehensive programs for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to develop volleyball excellence through structured training, competitive leagues, and personalized instruction. With experienced coaches like Deb Grafentin, Krista Barr, and Taelen Ahl, we provide year-round opportunities including youth camps, adult leagues, beach volleyball programs, and specialized skill development schools. Our facility in LaVista, Nebraska, features eight courts and adaptable spaces for tournaments, team camps, and community events.We emphasize individual technique improvement while fostering team dynamics, serving over 500 participants annually through programs like Li'l Diggers for young athletes and advanced training for collegiate aspirants. Our flexible scheduling accommodates school calendars and offers both indoor and outdoor training options, with travel support for out-of-state clients seeking intensive volleyball development.
Services
Youth Volleyball Programs
Adult Leagues
Beach Volleyball Training
Summer Camps
Private Lessons
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of specialized volleyball coaching experience since 2006
- Our staff includes nationally recognized instructors with collegiate coaching backgrounds
- We provide year-round programming with seasonal league adaptations
- Our facility features eight dedicated volleyball courts with flexible configurations
- We implement progressive skill development curricula for all age groups
What people say
Experienced coaches
Great youth programs
Excellent facility
Services
Youth Volleyball Programs
Structured volleyball development for K-12 students with age-appropriate skill training. Programs include Li'l Diggers for beginners, All Skills Training for technique development, and competitive leagues. Our curriculum focuses on fundamental skills while fostering team dynamics and sportsmanship.
Adult Leagues
Competitive and recreational volleyball leagues for adult players of all skill levels. Offered year-round with seasonal formats including indoor and beach volleyball divisions. Leagues emphasize skill development while maintaining competitive integrity through balanced team formations.
Private Lessons
Personalized one-on-one and group volleyball instruction with certified professionals. Sessions focus on individual technique improvement for specific positions, with customized training plans for players from beginner to national team levels. Available year-round with flexible scheduling.
Summer Camps
Intensive volleyball training programs during school breaks for grades 3-12. Camps combine fundamental skill development with game strategy, featuring position-specific training and competitive play. Participants receive personalized feedback to accelerate their volleyball progression.
Beach Volleyball
Specialized outdoor volleyball programs focusing on sand-specific techniques and rules. Includes clinics, doubles leagues, and tournaments from May through August. Our two sand courts provide authentic training environments for athletes transitioning from indoor to beach volleyball competition.
People
Deb Grafentin
Director
Volleyball expert with 45+ years coaching experience since 1979. Specializes in advanced player development from beginner to national team levels. Recognized as regional top instructor.
Krista Barr
Assistant Director
Certified instructor with 20+ years teaching experience since 2001. Focuses on skill progression and position-specific training for competitive players. Former collegiate player with tournament director experience.
Taelen Ahl
Senior Instructor
Specializes in defensive techniques and youth development. Experienced coach at The Volleyball Academy, River City Juniors, and Millard West HS programs. Provides personalized training for all skill levels.
Questions
What age groups do your youth programs serve?
Our youth programs serve athletes from kindergarten through 12th grade with age-appropriate training formats.
Do you offer private volleyball lessons?
Yes, we offer year-round private and group lessons with certified instructors for all skill levels.
When does beach volleyball season start?
Beach volleyball programs begin in May and run through August with clinics and tournaments available.
How do I register for summer camps?
Registration details are available on our website with session dates published annually for summer programs.
Are court rentals available for practice?
Yes, court rentals are available with pricing based on duration and court availability.
