About High Line Beach

The goal and underlying philosophy of High Line is to provide a positive learning environment for every athlete we work with.

Success is not only measured by results. To us, it also means that those who train in our programs finish the summer more confident than they began.

Along with its partners: Beach 4 Life and Volleyball , High Line Beach Volleyball is dedicated to the development of beach volleyball in Manitoba and it all begins in the sand. Benefits of Beach Volleyball

Whether you are trying to improve your skill as a beach volleyball athlete or using beach volleyball as off-season training, this sport provides advantages to athletes in many ways. The fundamental skills of volleyball, whether in the sand or on the hard wood, are consistent. Volleyball athletes must acquire skills to bump/ pass, set and hit. Some of the distinct advantages that beach volleyball provides for indoor volleyball athletes and for overall fitness are as follows:

• More touches • With only 2 athletes on your side of the court, you are always involved in the play. • Improve defence (reading and anticipation) • While beach volleyball can have a focus on shot and angles when attacking, in order to play defence you must be able to read and anticipate shots, serves and attacks more often. Reading the game is one of the most important aspects of defence in beach volleyball. • Self management • Because coaching during play is limited (as a rule), athletes must learn to make decisions during play to adjust or find momentum. • Player height at provincial and national level is less influential • Whether you are short or tall, beach volleyball doesn’t care. Ideally, it is best to set teams with a blocker and a defender (this is not guaranteed to be determined by height). . Speed and accuracy account for many many points in the sand. The tall athlete can benefit by having to learn the skills of passing, serving and playing defence. While a middle blocker may only play front row indoor, they are required to play all positions in the sand. • Ball control will improve • In beach volleyball, you are no longer allowed to receive serves with the overhand pass. This will force you to move your feet and pass the ball more accurately. • Increased vertical jump and conditioning • As the sand under your feet shifts and you are forced to jump higher to hit over the net and having to cover the entire court with only two people, your volleyball conditioning will improve. • Better team communication • Communication between beach volleyball partners is crucial. With only 2 athletes on the court, if communication breaks down, so does the play. The more talk between players, the better. Our Coaches and Our Team

Wanda Guenette - Head Coach Wanda’s experience in the sport of volleyball (both disciplines) has spanned over 35 years, with her greatest accomplishment being her participation with Team Canada’s Indoor Volleyball team at the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Games. After spending 9 years with the indoor team, Wanda’s love and passion for the other volleyball discipline in the sand came to light and was able to achieve further success on the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour. In 2006, Wanda retired from International competition and began exploring her role as a coach. Working also as a strength and conditioning coach, Wanda has found a balance and true calling to help young athletes reach their dreams and goals. Wanda, a level 3 NCCP and level 1 FIVB international certified beach volleyball coach, has worked with such notables as Gold Medal Olympian Natalie Cook and Tamsin Hinchley (AUS) and mentored under Olympic coach Steve Anderson. Wanda was also the 2009 Canada Games coach, the 2011 Western Canada Games Coach and has been recently named the 2013 Canada Games Beach Volleyball Head Coach.

Other Coaches: Erin Visch-Krahn, Chloe Reimer, Ryan Munt (Canada Games), Catherine-Grace Peters (others to be confirmed)

Administration: Catherine-Grace Peters A Few of Our Highlights 2008 - 16U National Champions: 2009 - 18U Silver Medalists: 2010 - 18U National Champions: 2011 - Western Canada Games Gold Medal: Taylor Pischke/Rachel Cockrell Chloe Reimer/Rachel Cockrell Taylor Pischke/Rachel Cockrell Ozana Nikolic/Shanlee McLennan 2008 - 16U Silver Medalists: 2009 - Canada Games 4th place: Chloe Reimer/Brittany Habing Chloe Reimer/Rachel Cockrell 2010 - 21U National Champions: 2011 - Western Canada Games Bronze Medal: (played as 18U in 21U competition) Ryan Munt/Jason DeRocco Steve Guenther/Shane Derooy Testimonials

“I’m going into my third year playing with the program and each year I’m more and more excited for the summer season! I couldn’t ask for better coaches; they’ve given me a love for the game and helped me improve my skills all while making it a fun environment” - Shanlee McLennan, 2011 WCSG Gold Medallist “Playing beach has given me the opportunity to compete at a high level of volleyball in a much more relaxed and constructive environment. Mistakes cannot be dwelled on, so it is a much more positive, athletic experience.” - Chloe Reimer, Brandon Bobcats, 16U, 18U National Beach Volleyball Silver Medalist, 2009 Canada Games Beach Team “Beach Volleyball has helped develop every aspect of my game, in particular, amazing ball control. This is a result of only having 2 players on the sand on your side of the court.” - Ryan Munt, University of &16U, 18U, 21U National Beach Volleyball Gold Medalist

“I love beach volleyball because it forces me to be dominant at every skill: passing, setting and hitting.” - Rachel Cockrell, Bisons, 16U, 18U Beach Volleyball Gold Medalist, 2009 Canada Games Beach Team

“Beach Volleyball is a fun sport that has helped me with my vertical and defensive skills (reading the attacker). Beach volleyball was a great experience that helped me with my indoor season” - John Sedor, 2010, 2011 High Performance Team

Beach volleyball has helped me improve so much as a player. In just one summer, I was able to improve my overall volleyball skills more than I have in 3 years of only playing indoor volleyball. Because it is just you and one other person, that means that you have to touch the ball a lot more; this gives you all the more opportunity to improve your skills. This program was such an amazing experience, not only were the coaches great to work with, but teammates were also involved in helping one another get better. What I loved about it was getting the opportunity to practice with older, experienced players; in doing so, I was able to learn from them and I think that made a significant improvement in the way that I played. The atmosphere at tournaments (Beach 4 Life), was always fun, yet competitive and who doesn’t like spending the summer in the sand and sun?!?” -Brianna Solberg, 2011 16U Beach High Performance Team Summer of 2012

Whether you are just starting out on the sand or you are hoping to develop your skills in our high performance training program, we will have a place for you. Our programs are sanctioned by Volleyball Manitoba as the high performance beach volleyball training program in Manitoba.

A Few Things You Need to Know • Age categories in beach volleyball differ from indoor volleyball in that athletes are separated by age every 2 years: • 14U: born 1998 or later • 16U: born 1996 or later • 18U: born 1994 or later • Like tennis, coaching in beach volleyball is limited during play. • Coaching is only allowed during a match in the 14U and 16U age categories; however, coaches are NOT permitted to call timeouts on behalf of their athletes and communication between coaches and athletes can only occur during timeouts and between sets. • Coaches must make themselves known to the scorekeeper prior to the beginning of each match. • With this in mind, athletes are taught about self management on and off the court as the game of beach volleyball offers athletes a more autonomous feel than indoor volleyball. • It is imperative that athletes know and understand the rules of beach volleyball. • As the sport of beach volleyball grows in our country, the opportunities and demand for officials development increase. • Athletes are often expected to act as player officials and scorekeepers during competition (between matches) • All High Line athletes will be given instruction by some of Manitoba’s top beach volleyball officials to assist in this area • Daily Preparation is Required • As we love to enjoy the summer, we have to be aware of the elements in which we play. • We ask that all athletes be prepared for practice/camps/play each time they come to the court. • Athletes should have a bag at all times that contains: • sunscreen, water (lots of water), sunglasses, hat, long sleeve shirt, sweatpants, shoes, socks, towel

**All High Line Beach Volleyball athletes MUST be Volleyball Manitoba members: nrs.volleyball.ca. If you are a club athlete, your membership is VALID through beach volleyball season. Summer of 2012

Camps for Beach Beginners 14U-16U

This is the quick study of beach volleyball before Beach 4 Life youth tournaments begin, before Nikki Redekop Tournament. Discover the sport and discover your love for beach volleyball in a few short days. Get out of the gym and get get to the beach courts! (Partners not necessary)

Camp #1 (Girls) • June 5-7, 2012 • 4:00pm-6:00pm • Melrose Community Centre, 488 Kimberly Avenue, Winnipeg • $150 • Registration Deadline: June 1, 2012 Camp #2 (Boys) • June 12-14, 2012 • 4:00pm-6:00pm • Melrose Community Centre, 488 Kimberly Avenue, Winnipeg • $150 • Registration Deadline: June 1, 2012 Camp #3 (Girls) • June26-28, 2012 • 4:00pm-6:00pm • Melrose Community Centre, 488 Kimberly Avenue, Winnipeg • $150 • Registration Deadline: June 22, 2012 Please see Registration Information at the end of this document Summer of 2012

Training Opportunities for Beach Beginners 14U-16U

Learn the tactics and techniques of beach volleyball, work with Wanda Guenette and her team of coaches through 15 sessions of beach volleyball training through July and August. Prepare for Beach 4 Life tournaments, provincial or even national championships, get in shape for your school indoor season, benefit from the touches...get outside and have some fun! (Partners not necessary)

Training Details: • Melrose Community Centre, 488 Kimberly Avenue • 10:00am-12:00pm Dates: (Tues-Thurs weekly) July 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 17, 24, 25, 26, 31 August 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 Cost: $450 Registration Deadline: June 22, 2012 Please see Registration Information at the end of this document

Youth Beach Volleyball Tournament Dates Please Visit Beach 4 Life: beach4life.ca High Performance Training Summer of 2012

Welcome to the High Performance Program. If you’ve been here before or feel you are ready to commit to beach volleyball, this is where you check in. Focus on preparation for Beach 4 Life Tour, Provincial and National Championships. Please see details below.

High Performance ID Camps: Please present yourself at the 2012 Identification Camps if you wish to join the High Performance Beach Volleyball Training Program in 2012

• 16U, 18U & 21U Girls • May 28 & 29, 2012 • 4:00pm-6:00pm • Maple Grove Rugby Park (St. Mary’s & the Perimeter) • $30 • Registration Deadline: May 25, 2012 • 16U, 18U & 21U Boys • Note: • May 30 & 31, 2012 • 4:00pm-6:00pm • Maple Grove Rugby Park (St. Mary’s & the Perimeter) • $30 • Registration Deadline: May 25, 2012

• Please see Registration Information at the end of this document High Performance Training Summer of 2012

Once you have been identified and you have committed to the high performance program, further details will be provided to you about the summer schedule (further to the calendar now available). High Performance Training will involve teams: 16U, 18U and 21U (Canada Games Age, please see Canada Games information)

Training Will Include: • Sessions through June (limited), July and August • Maple Grove Rugby Park St. Mary’s Road at the Perimeter Adrenaline Adventures • 600 Caron Road (South West Perimeter at Wilkes) • practice will take place during the afternoons (btwn 1pm & 6pm; times to be specified at a later date) • Tournament Entry to all Beach 4 Life Tournaments and Provincial Championships • Team wear (competition tops etc) • Strength and Conditioning (including nutrition) • Chiropractic (Spectrum Health)

• Cost for the program: $800/athlete

What Athletes are Responsible For: • National Championship registration cost • Travel and accommodation arrangements/cost • Assistance with booking arrangements will be provided by Catherine-Grace Peters Manitoba Games 2012

In 2010, Volleyball Manitoba strategically chose to remove beach volleyball from the Manitoba Games as a competitive sport due to the lack of sustainable development that has taken place in Manitoba. With the purpose of providing awareness and creating interest in all areas of beach volleyball development (athlete, coach, officials and facility development), Volleyball Manitoba and Sport Manitoba (in partnership with High Line Beach Volleyball and Beach 4 Life) have chosen to feature beach volleyball at the Manitoba Games as a demonstration event. What You Need to Know High Line Beach Volleyball will ask 8-16 athletes to commit to participation in this event. Location: Swan River Manitoba, July 18-20, 2012 Schedule: • Departure from Winnipeg/Brandon (if required): Wednesday, July 18 • Transportation will be provided by High Line Coaches (vans) • Training Camp and Competition (matches) will take place on Thursday, July 19 and Friday, July 20 • Return to Winnipeg/Brandon will be Friday, July 20 (afternoon) Requirements • Once athletes are confirmed, arrangements will be made to register with Sport Manitoba for the games. Accommodation • Athletes under the age of 18 will stay in athlete village • Athletes and coaches over the age of 18 will stay in the adult village Meals • Meals will be provided by Host Society Apparel • Athletes will receive an official Manitoba Games article of apparel

More information to come soon... Canada Games 2013

13 PROVINCES AND TERRITORIES, 20 SPORTS, 4 200 ATHLETES WILL BLOW YOUR MIND Beach Volleyball in Sherbrooke: August 2-17, 2013

Canada Games competition takes place every 4 years. 2012 will represent the beginning of a two year training and selection process for beach volleyball

Coaches: Wanda Guenette and Ryan Munt Manager: Catherine-Grace Peters

Athlete Eligibility: Women: 21 and under as of December 31, 2013 (Date of Birth: 1992 or later) Men: 22 and under as of December 31, 2013 (Date of Birth: 1991 or later)

Selection: Eligible athletes should present themselves at the ID camps May 28-31 (HP ID Camps) A pool of eligible athletes will train through 2012/2013 with final selection of athletes being made in June 2013. Cost: Please see High Performance Training Possible Competition Schedule: 2012 & 2013: Beach 4 Life Events, Vancouver Open, Sherbrooke (not yet confirmed), Centre of Gravity (Kelowna), Provincial & National Championships http://www.jeuxducanada2013.ca/en Registration Information

Registration Now Open

To register for a High Line Beach Volleyball Program, please send an email to:

Catherine-Grace Peters [email protected]

Please include the following information on the following page. Once you registration email is received, payment instructions will be sent to you.

Like us on Facebook: facebook.com/highlinebeachvolleyball Requested Registration Information Athlete’s Name: . Address: . Cell #: Parent’s Cell # (if athlete under 18 yrs): . Email: Parent’s Email (if under 18yrs) . Male: Female: Date of Birth: .

What would you like to register for? (Check all that apply) Camp 1 $150 Camp 2 $150 Camp 3 $150 14U-16U Training at Melrose Community Centre $450 High Performance ID Camp $30 (16U-21U)

Payment Information To pay by cheque, please make payable to: High Line Beach Volleyball and send to: 34B-99 Roslyn Road Winnipeg, MB R3L 0G4 Amount enclosed: $ . If you would like to choose a different form of payment, please indicate in your registration email: [email protected]