Training &
Private Lessons
Sharpen your skills year-round with skill clinics, open gym sessions, and one-on-one training from SVC's coaching staff.
Private lessons with Coach Angel — spots open Tuesday, Oct 6
Book a Private with AngelClinics with Coach Angel
High-impact, skill-specific clinics designed to sharpen the details that win points. Each session is built around one core theme — so athletes leave with a clearer understanding of the skill, better mechanics, and reps they can carry back into practice and competition.
Led by Coach Angel Gaskin — a retired professional athlete, D1 NCAA Power 5 competitor, and the founder of A-League Volley. Coach Angel brings the same technical precision and competitive mindset she used overseas in Europe, Puerto Rico, and the Professional Volleyball Federation to every clinic in Sarasota. Open to all levels — no club affiliation required.
“Small details separate good players from great ones. We focus on the details — one skill at a time.”
— Coach Angel
Coach Julio’s Volleyball Training
Saturday positional training with Coach Julio continues through the fall. The next clinic is October 17 — four back-to-back sessions, and registration is now open. These clinics are designed for intermediate to advanced players.
Clinics are open to all athletes and require no club affiliation — SVC members and athletes from any club are welcome.
- First-Ball Contact & DefenseServe receive · DS / Libero platform & passing8:30 – 9:45 AM
- Aggressive ServingFloat, directional & spot serving — proper ball contact9:45 – 11:00 AM
- Setters & Hitters Attack Timing & Defensive TransitionLive game situations11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
- Open GymFree for everyone who attended a session today12:15 – 1:30 PM
Coach Julio Cruz brings more than 35 years of coaching experience across high school, college, and club volleyball. He is the Varsity Head Coach at Sarasota Christian School, helped Venice High School win three Florida State Championships, and is the Founder and Head Coach of Sand Dollar Beach VBC.
Every Saturday clinic is built on fundamentals, reps, and game-ready decision-making. Athletes can sign up for individual sessions, attend a full day, or come back for multiple Saturdays.
Questions? Email julio@sarasotavolleyballclub.com / (941) 999-8991.
Train & Play Volleyball with Coach Jeff
A training series for athletes ages 10–12, led by Coach Jeff Horr. Whether your athlete is picking up a volleyball for the first time, played in our Skills Mini Season and wants to keep growing, or wants to sharpen up before club season starts, every player gets plenty of reps in a fun, encouraging environment.
Athletes will work on passing, serving, setting, footwork, and teamwork through age-appropriate drills and games. No experience needed and no club affiliation required — come learn the game with us.
Oct 14 – 28
- Schedule5:30 – 7:00 PM
- DatesWed · Oct 14Mon · Oct 19Wed · Oct 21Mon · Oct 26Wed · Oct 28
- AgesBoys & girls 10–12 · Beginners welcome
- LocationSarasota City YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave
- CoachJeff Horr
Jump Starters
Jump Starters is our beginner volleyball program for athletes ages 6–9. It's the perfect first step into the sport — young players learn the fundamentals of volleyball through fun, age-appropriate games and drills in a positive, encouraging environment.
No experience is needed. Every session builds confidence with the ball, introduces core skills like passing, serving, and movement, and teaches teamwork — all while keeping our youngest athletes moving and having fun.
What Athletes Will Learn
Nov 2 – Dec 14
- ScheduleMondays · 5:00 – 6:00 PM
- DatesNov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 · Dec 7, 14
- AgesBoys & girls 6–9 · Beginners welcome
- LocationSarasota City YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave
- CoachJeff Horr
Friday Open Gym
Open gym sessions are open to all athletes 14U–18U. No club affiliation is needed — SVC members and athletes from other clubs are welcome. Come get extra reps, play with friends, and keep your skills sharp in a fun environment.
Registration reopens when new dates are announced — bring your $20 payment to the gym.
New Dates Coming Soon
- DatesNew Open Gym dates coming soon — check back for updates
- TimeFridays, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- LocationSarasota City YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave
- AgesAll athletes 14U–18U
- Cost$20
Private Lessons
Work directly with an SVC coach to target the skills that matter most for your athlete. Private lessons are scheduled directly with each coach and can be tailored to any position, age, or competitive goal.
Private Lessons with Coach Angel
Angel Gaskin
A West Florida native and retired professional volleyball player, Angel brings Division I NCAA Power 5 and international pro-level experience to every session. She played at the University of Maryland — earning BIG10 Freshman of the Week honors, a spot on the USA Collegiate National Team, and serving as team captain — before transferring to the University of Hawai'i, where she helped lead the Rainbow Wahine to the NCAA Tournament.
Her professional career took her across Greece, Sweden, Switzerland, Cyprus, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. — including a standout season in Sweden as the league's top right-side hitter with six MVP awards and a national silver medal, plus the inaugural season of the Professional Volleyball Federation (PVF).
Through A-League Volley, Coach Angel runs SVC's private lessons with an emphasis on mastering the basics, sharpening skill sets, and developing a strong volleyball IQ — building confident, well-rounded athletes on and off the court.
- · D1 NCAA Power 5 experience
- · 5 seasons pro (Europe & USA)
- · USA Collegiate National Team
- · PVF inaugural season athlete
Train with Coach Angel
Private and small-group lessons are booked directly through A-League Volley. Choose your session type, pick a time, and start training.
- · Private and small-group lessons available
- · Position-specific technique & IQ work
- · All levels — beginner to college-bound
Choose your session type and pick a time that works for you.
Most lessons are one-on-one. Small-group options are available by request.
Questions or ready to book? Email angel@aleaguevolley.com
More About Coach AngelPrivate Lessons with Coach Julio
Julio Cruz
Coach Julio Cruz brings more than 35 years of cross-continental coaching experience to private and small-group training. Born and raised in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, he currently serves as Varsity Head Coach at Sarasota Christian School and joins SVC as a Travel Coach, AAU Coach, and leader in Coaches' Development.
His résumé spans NCAA Division I as an Assistant Coach at New Mexico State University, Head Coach at Out-of-Door Academy, and 13 years at Venice High School where the program won three Florida State Championships. In the club world, he has led teams at Suncoast VBC, Venetian Bay VBC, Wave/OTVA, and Elite Sports VBC — earning USAV Nationals bids and regional championships.
Julio is also the Founder and Owner of Sand Dollar Beach VBC, where he has served as Head Coach for ages 10U through 16U for 19 years. He holds lifetime BCAP and IMPACT certifications through USA Volleyball and is a Bronze level coach at the USAV Academy.
- · Solo, semi-private, and small group sessions
- · Position-specific technique & IQ work
- · Indoor and beach volleyball experience
- · All ages and skill levels
Call or Text Coach Julio
Coach Julio offers indoor privates and beach training for individuals and small groups. Contact him directly by phone or text to schedule a session.
Call (941) 999-8991Send a Text →Sessions begin August 2026
Private Lessons with Coach Orlando
Orlando — Spanish & English Privates
Coach Orlando brings elite international experience to private training, with a Master's in the teaching of Physical Education and Volleyball and years on Venezuela's National Team. His privates are conducted in Spanish and English — a great fit for athletes and families who want position-specific technique, IQ work, and confidence-building in either language.
El Coach Orlando ofrece clases privadas en español e inglés. Trae experiencia internacional al más alto nivel — Selección Nacional de Venezuela (1998–2003) y Maestría en la Enseñanza de la Educación Física y el Voleibol (UPEL-IPB) — enfocada en técnica, disciplina y desarrollo del jugador.
- · Solo & semi-private sessions
- · All ages and skill levels
- · Position-specific technique
- · Conducted in Spanish & English
Call or Text Coach Orlando
To book a private lesson with Coach Orlando, contact him directly by phone or text.
Call (941) 237-6333Send a Text →Spanish & English sessions available
Fall Season Has Ended
Our Fall 2026 Skills Mini Season has wrapped up — thank you to all the athletes who joined us! Our next Mini Season will begin in April. Check back for dates and registration details.
Questions About Training?
Reach out and our staff will help you build a training plan that fits your schedule, position, and competitive goals.
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