A TEAM FOR
EVERY ATHLETE.
RISE ACADEMY
For the most competitive athletes.
MVA’s Rise Academy Teams represent the highest level of competition, commitment, and collegiate preparation within our program. These teams bring together the top athletes from across West Michigan to train, travel, and compete against the best in the country. Through high-level coaching, advanced skill development, and exposure to elite competition, athletes are prepared for the demands of collegiate volleyball both on and off the court.
AGES
U12 – U18
TRAVEL COMMITMENT
National travel to premier tournaments
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
3x per week + strength training
LOCATION
Grand Rapids
national TEAMS
Elite competition. College-ready development.
Offered at all three MVA locations (Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Holland), National teams are designed for advanced athletes seeking high-level play through a 6-month season with less travel and a more manageable commitment.
AGES
U13 – U18
TRAVEL COMMITMENT
Travel to Midwest tournaments
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
2x per week + strength training
LOCATION
Grand Rapids
Muskegon
Holland
REGIONAL TEAMS
Competitive play with less travel and cost.
Regional teams are designed for athletes who want to sharpen skills, enjoy team competition, and prepare for the next school season through a 3-month season with travel primarily within Michigan, without the full travel commitment.
AGES
U12 – U18
TRAVEL COMMITMENT
Travel to tournaments in Grand Rapids + Detroit
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
2x per week
LOCATION
Grand Rapids
Muskegon
Holland
BOYS TEAMS
Train. compete. excel
MVA’s Boys Volleyball is a new opportunity for boys from across West Michigan to train together in Grand Rapids and compete in the Midwest. Our coaches will fuel your athlete’s passion for volleyball by providing an empowering environment for them to grow in skill, understanding for the game, as well as foster the characteristics it takes to excel between the lines and beyond.
AGES
U14, U16 & U18
TRAVEL COMMITMENT
Travel within the Midwest
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
2x per week
LOCATION
Grand Rapids
616 TEAMS
Affordable, local, and fun.
Looking for a fun, affordable volleyball option without the time and travel commitments of a club team? MVA 616 is the perfect local league for families who want quality volleyball training in a more flexible format. Designed to bridge the gap between MVA camps/clinics and competitive travel volleyball, this program emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and enjoyment. All practices, in-house play dates, and tournament play will take place at MSA Fieldhouse.
NEW THIS YEAR: 616 teams will have the opportunity to compete in one of MVA’s own tournaments at the end of the season. Teams will practice once a week and participate in in-house play dates throughout the season. The season will conclude with one Saturday OR Sunday tournament date, with no additional cost to families.
AGES
U12 – U14
TRAVEL COMMITMENT
Local Tournaments
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
1x per week
LOCATION
Grand Rapids
Muskegon
Holland
TEAM COMPARISON
Level
Rise Academy
National Teams
Regional Teams
616 Teams
AGES
U12 – U18
U13 – U18
U12 – U18
U12 – U14
SEason
Dec – Jun
Dec – Mar
Mar – Jun
Dec - Feb
Mar - May
PRACTICE
2x per week
LOCATION
Travel
Local Tournaments
Price
Dec – Jun
3x per week + strength training
Grand Rapids
2x per week + strength training
Travel to tournaments in Grand Rapids + Detroit
$$$
1x per week
Grand Rapids
Muskegon
Holland
Grand Rapids
Muskegon
Holland
Grand Rapids
National travel to Premier tournaments
National travel to Midwest tournaments
$$$$
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