Training &
Private Lessons
Start with Jump Starters, join Saturday Beginners Train & Play for ages 10–13, sharpen your skills in Coach Angel's small-group lessons, or train one-on-one with an SVC coach.
Jump Starters
A fun first step into volleyball for boys and girls ages 6–9. Coach Jeff introduces the fundamentals through age-appropriate games, active drills, and plenty of encouragement.
No experience needed — just a willingness to play, learn, and try something new. Athletes build confidence, coordination, and teamwork in a positive environment.
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
Coach Jeff Horr brings 30 years of coaching and elementary physical education experience to a fun, encouraging introduction to volleyball.
More about Coach Jeff
Coach Jeff Horr brings 30 years of coaching experience across middle school, JV, varsity, and club volleyball. He founded and directed Suncoast Volleyball Club for 11 years, served as Director at EVO Volleyball, and has coached at SVC for the past 8 years.
Jeff is also a 30-year elementary physical education teacher — and he pioneered the Volley Totz and Volley Kidz programs in the Sarasota area, introducing the sport to its youngest athletes. His philosophy is simple: make every session fun, exciting, and full of healthy competition, so kids fall in love with the game from day one.
Training with Coach Angel
Focused small-group lessons with Coach Angel Gaskin. Build stronger technique, ball control, and confidence with reps you can bring back to team practice.
Small Group Lessons
Now Booking- Nov 2Elementary players4:30 – 5:30 PM · 1 hour
- Nov 9Middle School players4:30 – 5:30 PM · 1 hour
- Nov 16High School players4:30 – 5:30 PM · 1 hour
- Nov 30High School players4:30 – 5:30 PM · 1 hour
- Cost
- $65 per session
- Group size
- 2–4 players
- Location
- Sarasota City YMCA
1075 S Euclid Ave
Sign up individually and be placed with other players, or bring your own group.
Individual Private Lessons
One-on-one time with Coach Angel — 1 hour, $100 per session. Held at GT Bray Rec Center rather than the YMCA; book the times that work for you.
Checking upcoming clinic dates…
Coach Angel Gaskin brings Division I and professional volleyball experience to focused, high-repetition skill training. All levels welcome — no club affiliation required.
More about Coach Angel
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
More Clinics Coming Soon
Clinics with Coach Julio
What These Clinics Cover
Each clinic is a full morning of focused reps across the skills that decide matches — passing and defense, serving, attacking, setting, court awareness, and live game play. The focus changes every time: every session is built around what athletes need most that season, so the exact topics and times are announced with each new date.
New clinic dates will be announced here. Email julio@sarasotavolleyballclub.com to join his clinic list, or call (941) 999-8991.
Private lessons with Coach Julio →Saturday Beginners Train & Play
A training series where every player gets plenty of reps in a fun, encouraging environment. 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 alongside club season, every week pairs focused skill work with live play.
Athletes work on passing, serving, setting, footwork, and teamwork through drills and games. No experience needed and no club affiliation required.
What Each Session Covers
Nov 7 – Dec 19
- ScheduleSaturdays · 10:00 – 11:30 AM
- Who It's ForAges 10–13 · Beginners welcome
- DatesSat · Nov 7Sat · Nov 14Sat · Nov 21Sat · Dec 5Sat · Dec 12Sat · Dec 19
- Length1 hour 30 minutes per session
- LocationSarasota City YMCA, 1075 S Euclid Ave
Session 1 is six practices, Nov 7 – Dec 19. The sign-up link will appear here as soon as registration opens this weekend.
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.
Coaching background
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.
Looking for a small group? View Coach Angel's small-group lessons.
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.
Coaching background
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
- · Advanced, experienced athletes
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.
For advanced players with several years of experience — not beginner lessons. Contact SVC for beginner-friendly training with Coach Jeff.
Call (941) 999-8991Send a Text →Contact Coach Julio for current availability
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
Friday Open Gym
New Open Gym dates coming soon. Registration will reopen when dates are announced.
- Time
- Fridays · 6:30–8:30 PM
- Ages
- 14U–18U · No club affiliation needed
- Location
- Sarasota City YMCA
1075 S Euclid Ave - Cost
- $20 · Pay at the gym
Mini Season Returns in April
Our next Skills Mini Season begins in April. Dates and registration details will be announced here.
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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