Sports Programs
Regional Excellence Program
Building the future of Canadian athletics. Enhancing performance, athlete by athlete, team by team.
Building the future of Canadian athletics. Enhancing performance, athlete by athlete, team by team.
The Volleyball Canada Regional Excellence Program (REP) an integrated training environment for dedicated Volleyball BC club athletes who are eager to elevate their game. Ideal candidates are athletes with well-rounded skill development, a strong passion for volleyball, and an unwavering drive to achieve excellence. This program is designed for boys and girls in grades 9-12 who are committed to competing at the highest level and striving to reach their full potential in the sport.
Apply NowREP operates every Tuesday, Thursday, and alternating Fridays during the school and club volleyball seasons, offering a comprehensive program to develop well-rounded athletes. Tuesday and Thursday training sessions begin with an hour of on-court technical training led by our skilled coaching team, focusing on refining individual skills and fundamentals. Technical training is followed by strength and conditioning in the Oval High Performance Training Center, designed to build physical resilience and athleticism. Friday training sessions consists of two-hours on court focusing on gameplay, where athletes apply their skills into competitive scenarios. These sessions emphasize modified drills and 6v6 game play, guided by our coaches to enhance individual and team performance. At REP, we prioritize a holistic approach to athletic development, balancing technical training, physical conditioning, and overall wellness. To further support athletes’ success, REP includes integrated services such as mental performance training and nutrition workshops, ensuring they are equipped for peak performance both on and off the court.
Richmond athletes from grade 9-12 are eligible to receive PE credits for participating in REP, allowing athletes to free up blocks of time in their school day to train, practice, complete schoolwork, and rest. REP athletes who reside outside of Richmond are welcome to contact their local school district, for online PE class options.
Coach Hawkins joins the Richmond Oval High Performance Team following his first Olympic Games experience in Paris 2024 with the Men’s National Volleyball team. Coach Hawkins currently leads the UBC Men’s Volleyball program and has been with UBC since 2018. Under his guidance, the team achieved a USports Bronze Medal at last year’s National Championships.
Coach Allyssah recently retired from Team Canada’s Senior Women’s National Team. She brings over 12 years of experience playing at a high level, both internationally and in NCAA programs at Michigan State and the University of Hawaii Beach Volleyball. She has earned two club National Championship titles throughout her career, achieved top 5 NCAA rankings, and received various awards for leadership, sportsmanship, and performance.
Coach Elham is a former member of the Iranian national volleyball team, where she played for 10 years and served as captain. She competed in the Iranian Premier League where she won multiple championship titles as a player and as a coach. Elham started her own volleyball training academy in Iran and served as head coach until moving to Canada. She is currently a coach with Apex Volleyball Club in Vancouver.
Coach Noel grew up playing volleyball locally in Richmond with Air Attack Volleyball Club and has over 10 years of playing at the high-performance level. Noel has over 8 years of coaching at the high school and club level and currently is in his 6th season coaching with Air Attack.