{"product_id":"markham-advanced-academy-training-gr-6-8-thursday","title":"Markham Advanced Academy Training Gr 6-8 - THURSDAY","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eApr 9 to Jun 11, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00PM) \u003cbr\u003eSR - GR 6-8 (current school year)\u003cbr\u003eOffered in Fall, Winter, and Spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFred Varley Public School, Alexander Lawrie Avenue, Markham, ON, Canada\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdvanced Academy Training – Frequently Asked Questions\u003cbr\u003eQ: Who is this program for?\u003cbr\u003eA: Advanced Academy Training is for athletes in Grades 6–8 (current school year) at beginner to intermediate levels who are committed to improving their volleyball fundamentals and technique in a focused, supportive environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: How is this program different from previous years?\u003cbr\u003eA: This program was previously known as Select Training and is now part of Unity’s Athlete Development Pathway—designed to give athletes a clear route from skill-building to competitive play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What skills will my athlete work on?\u003cbr\u003eA: Athletes will develop consistent ball control, game-ready movement, and strong decision-making through high-repetition technical drills and coach-led feedback.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: How long are the sessions?\u003cbr\u003eA: Each session is 2 hours long, giving athletes ample time to learn, practice, and refine skills each week.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What is the athlete-to-coach ratio?\u003cbr\u003eA: We maintain a low athlete-to-coach ratio to ensure every player receives personalized feedback and plenty of repetitions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: What should my athlete bring?\u003cbr\u003eA: Indoor court shoes, athletic clothing, and at least one filled water bottle. Knee pads are recommended but not required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: Do I need previous volleyball experience?\u003cbr\u003eA: No. While many athletes in the program have some volleyball background, it’s open to beginners who are motivated to learn and grow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: Is there gameplay in this program?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes—while the focus is on technical skill development, gameplay is incorporated to help athletes apply what they learn in real game situations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQ: Will this prepare my athlete for competitive volleyball?\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. The program is designed to build the technical and game sense foundation needed to confidently transition into more competitive environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRefund Policy\u003cbr\u003eFor full details, please refer to our Refund Policy:\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/unityvolleyball.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Refund-Policy_Unity-Sports.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unity Volleyball","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48109863076065,"sku":null,"price":155.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9876\/6561\/files\/161d324b-623a-4a0b-9345-6038c954e2ed.jpg?v=1776280568","url":"https:\/\/unity-volleyball.myshopify.com\/products\/markham-advanced-academy-training-gr-6-8-thursday","provider":"Unity Volleyball","version":"1.0","type":"link"}