2026-2027 Season Pricing: A Complete Season. A Clear Commitment. A Better Team Experience.
Choosing a club volleyball program is not simply a decision about the cost. It is a decision about the quality of coaching your athlete receives, the depth of her training, the support available at every tournament and the total experience she will have throughout the season.
Virginia Elite is committed to giving families a clear, complete picture of that investment before the season begins. Our pricing is designed to minimize surprises and reflect the full cost of delivering an exceptional, high-touch volleyball experience.
Virginia Elite is a nonprofit organization. Funds are reinvested in the program, including coaching, training, facilities, tournament participation and athlete support. Our goal is not to offer the lowest advertised price. Our goal is to deliver an experience that is genuinely worth the investment.
The Virginia Elite Difference
Virginia Elite is for families who want their athlete to receive exceptional coaching, meaningful individual attention and a complete team experience.
Our investment in three dedicated coaches per team, comprehensive athlete development, quality facilities, transparent pricing and structured team travel creates an experience that is difficult to replicate through a lower-cost model.
We are proud to be transparent about what our program costs because we are equally proud of what that investment provides: athletes who are coached deeply, supported consistently and part of a team experience they will remember long after the season ends.
Why Virginia Elite May Cost More, and Why Families Believe It Is Worth It
Virginia Elite is intentionally built differently from many club programs. Our fees reflect meaningful investments in coaching, individual athlete development, facilities and a complete team experience.
Some clubs may advertise a lower initial fee, but that number does not always reflect the full cost of a season or the level of support an athlete will receive. Virginia Elite believes families should be able to compare programs based on the complete experience, not only the first number they see.
Three Dedicated Coaches for Every Team
Every Virginia Elite team has three dedicated coaches. This is one of the most important differences between Virginia Elite and many other clubs in the region.
Rather than relying on one primary coach, sometimes supported by a floating coach responsible for several teams, Virginia Elite provides each roster with a consistent three-coach staff focused on that team’s athletes throughout the season.
That means:
- More individual instruction at every practice
- More consistent and meaningful feedback for each athlete
- Greater support for positional development and technical improvement
- A deeper coaching presence on the bench at tournaments
- Stronger continuity from training sessions through competition
Three dedicated coaches are not a luxury add-on. They are central to how we develop athletes. Our athletes are seen, coached and supported more consistently because there are more qualified coaches invested in their progress.
This model requires a significant commitment to coach compensation and coach travel expenses. We believe it is one of the most valuable investments we make in every athlete.
A Complete Development Model
Virginia Elite athletes receive more than a series of team practices. Our program is designed to develop complete players who understand the game, improve their technical skills and compete with confidence.
Our development model includes:
- Academy practices focused on individual skills and technical growth
- Team practices focused on systems, strategy and competitive preparation
- Specialized clinics and workshops for position-specific and skill-specific development
- Tournament competition throughout the season, including championship events where applicable
- Recruiting support for athletes pursuing opportunities to play at the next level
The result is a program that supports the athlete as an individual while preparing the team to compete together.
One Team Per Age Group
Virginia Elite fields one team per age group. This structure enables us to focus our coaching staff, facilities and resources on each roster without dividing attention among multiple teams in the same age division.
Each team’s fees reflect the actual cost of providing its program. We do not use fees from other teams or programs to offset that cost. Families can see what their investment supports: their athlete’s coaching, development, tournament experience and team resources.
This is a deliberate choice. We prioritize depth of support, consistency of coaching and quality of experience over operating a larger number of teams.
VIRGINIA ELITE OFFERS AN ALL INCLUSIVE CLUB VOLLEYBALL EXPERIENCE:
What Do My Club Fees Include?
3 jerseys, 1 pair of spandex, 1 warm-up jacket and pant, 3 practice t-Shirts, 1 Dig Pink T-Shirt, 1 pair of socks, 1 pair of kneepads and backpack
All team coach stipends and their tournament travel expenses
Elite practices are divided into 2 training phases, which are a mix of club-wide academy style training and team practices. Phase I includes: 7-8 hours per team per week of training. Phase II includes: 7 hours per week per team of training. All practices sessions through the season ending tournament are included.
All tournament entry fees including end of season tournament (AAU Nationals or USAV Nationals)
*Tournament schedules are located on team pages*
Dedicated Recruiting Director with over 16 years of college coaching experience. Recruiting panels (Q&A) with all families to include: Alumni Recruiting Panel (late December), College Coaches Recruiting Panel and Player Showcase (late January) and Recruiting from the Parent Perspective (February). Proven recruiting process customized with each athletes individual goals in mind and facilitated by the Recruiting Director and team Coaches.
Any scrimmages, season kick-off event and lock-in, club wide meals when schedules allow at tournaments, Virginia Elite Cup and Alumni match, recognition awards, big sister/little sister program, leadership training with renowned sports psychologists and end of season banquet.
One clear Club Fee. A complete volleyball program. No surprise tournament entry fees, uniform charges or unplanned postseason assessments for included programming.
What the travel package includes:
A Team Experience That Extends Beyond the Court
For Virginia Elite teams with a required Travel Package, athletes stay together at designated team hotels during overnight tournaments. This is not merely a lodging arrangement. It is an important part of our team culture and athlete experience.
Team Hotel Accommodations
Athletes stay with teammates at designated team hotels rather than being dispersed across separate family accommodations. This allows athletes to prepare, compete and recover in a more connected environment.
Chaperone Support and Supervision
Virginia Elite assigns designated team chaperones to support athletes during overnight travel events. Chaperone-related travel expenses are included in the Travel Package.
Athletes check in with their designated chaperone upon arrival and remain with the team throughout the tournament. At the conclusion of the event, athletes check out with the chaperone and depart with their families.
Camaraderie, Cohesion and Shared Memories
The strongest teams are built through more than practices and matches. They are built through shared experiences, accountability, trust and connection.
When athletes stay together, they have opportunities to strengthen relationships with teammates, build confidence in unfamiliar environments and experience the responsibility that comes with traveling as part of a team. Families consistently tell us that this is one of the most meaningful parts of the Virginia Elite experience.
New for 2026–2027: Family-Controlled Transportation
Families will arrange transportation to and from tournaments in the way that best fits their schedules and preferences.
This change gives families more flexibility while preserving the most important elements of the Virginia Elite travel model:
- Team hotel accommodations
- Athlete supervision by designated chaperones
- A structured team environment
- Shared experiences that build camaraderie and cohesion
- Clear check-in and check-out procedures for athletes
Transportation costs for athletes and families are not included in the Club Fees or travel package.
| 2026 - 2027 | Team Club Fees | Travel Fees |
|---|---|---|
| 12s Team | $6,505 | $0 |
| 13s Team | $8,115 | $0 |
| 14s Team | $8,990 | $795 |
| 15s Team | $10,760 | $2,885 |
| 16s Team | $10,720 | $2,885 |
| 17s Team | $10,340 | $2,730 |
| 18s Team | $9,875 | $2,730 |
(13 Player Rosters)
Our season pricing has two components:
- Club Fees cover the complete volleyball program, including coaching, facilities, training, tournament participation, uniforms and athlete-development resources.
- Travel Package applies to designated teams and covers team hotel accommodations and chaperone-related travel expenses for overnight events.
Travel Package by Age Group
- 12s–13s: No travel package is required. Athletes travel to tournaments and stay with their families.
- 14s: The travel package applies only to end-of-season championship events, including AAU Nationals or USAV Nationals, as applicable.
- 15s–18s: A full-season travel package is required for designated overnight tournaments
2026 - 2027 CLUB FEES COST COMPARISON
Virginia Elite's All-Inclusive Pricing: One Price. No Surprises.
Virginia Elite has long been committed to offering one of the most transparent and comprehensive pricing models in the region. Our all-inclusive pricing combines club fees and the applicable travel package into one upfront cost, so families know their financial commitment before the season begins.
No unexpected tournament fees. No additional uniform costs. No surprise post-season charges.
We understand that comparing club volleyball costs can be confusing, especially when different clubs include different expenses in their advertised fees. When evaluating the true cost of a season, we encourage families to consider the following:
- Full-Season vs. Partial-Season Pricing: Some clubs advertise fees that cover only the regular season, with additional coaching, training, and tournament expenses for post-season play.
- Athlete Travel Expenses: Some clubs exclude athlete travel costs entirely, leaving families responsible for additional expenses throughout the season.
- Uniform Costs: Some clubs charge separately for uniforms and required apparel.
What's Different at Virginia Elite?
Our pricing is designed to account for the entire season, including Nationals (AAU or USAV), with required team expenses clearly identified upfront.
New for the upcoming season: Athletes on teams with a travel package will continue staying together in team accommodations under chaperone supervision, but families will now have the flexibility to arrange transportation to and from tournaments independently.
Comparing the True Cost
The illustration below provides an apples-to-apples comparison of Virginia Elite's 16s team pricing and other area clubs' 16s programs, highlighting the importance of comparing the total season cost rather than just the initial advertised club fees.
Our goal is simple: Give families a clear understanding of what they're paying for, what's included, and the full financial commitment before they make their decision.
**All details from other clubs are obtained from information publicly available**
Payment Options
Acceptance Deposit of $1,500 due within the first week.
Initial dues payment is December 1st of the current season with the remaining payments spread across 5 months. Final season payment is due May 1st of the current season.
Payment of club dues is made via players' PlayMetrics account (ACH or Credit Card)
Frequently Asked Questions
Please read through our FAQ document for answers to commonly asked questions. As always, please feel free to reach out if you have additional questions.
