WELCOME TO ARAA VOLLEYBALL!

• Registration opens May 1st and closes August 1st.  ARAA Volleyball will only consider late registrations if there is space available.  
• The season runs from early September through late October.
• DIBS requirements for the house season are 4 hours per athlete. 
• Co-ed teams will be formed based on grade, player/coach requests, number of volunteer coaches and the number of players that register.  
• Players are coached by volunteer coaches/parents. 
• Practices and games are used to teach rules of the game,  passing, setting, hitting and serving.
• Each team will be scheduled for approximately 1 hour, 2 nights a week between 5:45pm and 9:00pm.  (Ocassional 1 night/week based on gym availability)
• 3rd through 6th grade is scheduled on Mondays and Wednesdays.
• 7th grade through High School age is scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 
• Potential for cross-league play against neighboring communities.  Some games may take place at Andover, Champlin, Elk River and/or Rogers. 
• Any player who is a member of a high school volleyball team is not allowed to participate in this league in accordance with MSHSL rules. (2025-2026 MSHSL Volleyball Rules, Policies, and Bylaws)

Our volunteer coaches are vital to the success of our house volleyball program.  Volleyball experience or knowledge is not necessary as this is an introductory league.  ARAA Volleyball's goal is to assign 2 coaches to each team who would share responsibilities. Skills and rules coaching clinics hosted by Anoka High School Volleyball and ARAA Volleyball are provided, age appropriate practice plans/drills are distributed and each coach will have access to online coaching videos.  

Volunteer today and  support your local community through this fun and rewarding coaching opportunity! Sign up to coach during player registration or email araahousevolleyball@gmail.com  if you are interested. 

All coaches involved in ARAA are required to have yearly background checks completed.

TRY OUTS for the 25-26 Season will be held on November 16th. https://arsports.sportngin.com/register/form/69810836

Do you enjoy playing volleyball and looking to play in a more competitive setting?  ARAA Volleyball offers winter Junior Olympic Volleyball!

ARAA JO Volleyball was created to provide a competitive program at a reasonable fee.  This league is designed for 4th through 12th graders who are looking to further their skills and knowledge of the game in that competitive setting.  Our program is open to volleyball players in the Anoka High School attendance area.  Players outside of this attendance area are welcome to try out, but priority will be given to athletes living in the Anoka High School boundaries.   

• Advances players knowledge of the game and skills through officiating training,  practices, play dates and tournaments.
• Tryouts in November will determine the team placement of all players. Cuts may occur.  There will be no make-up tryouts and walk-ins are not accepted.  
• The season  runs from December through March. 
• Ideal season length for athletes who are involved in a spring sport. 
• Players will be coached by experienced coaches.
• Our goal is a maximum of 10 players placed on a team. Tryout numbers and coaching will be the deciding factors. 
• Greater emphasis to players and parents on team commitment when compared to house leagues.
• Equal play is not guaranteed as this is a competitive league.
• Players are required to learn officiating and scorekeeping responsibilities.  
• Members of the Junior Volleyball Association (JVA) under USA Volleyball.

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Why is ARAA Volleyball fundraising?
As our program continues to grow, so do the costs associated with offering quality volleyball experiences for both our House and Junior Olympic (JO) athletes. Our goal is to keep registration fees as low as possible while still providing safe spaces, appropriate equipment, and skilled coaching. Fundraising helps us bridge the gap between those fees and the actual cost of running the program.

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What are the primary expenses?
• House League Gym Rentals: Nearly $10,000 per season is required just to rent gym space for practices and games.*
• JO Gym Time: Our JO teams train multiple times per week from November through April. Gym rental costs for this portion of the program average around $14,000 annually.*
• JO Uniform Packages: Each JO athlete receives a full uniform package, which averages approximately $250 per player.*
• JO Coaching Stipends: While our House program is led entirely by volunteers, our JO program employs paid coaches to ensure consistent athlete development. This accounts for roughly $24,000 per season.*
• Total JO Program Cost: Between coaching, gym time, uniforms, tournaments, and other expenses, the JO season costs approximately $75,000 to operate each season.*
*all numbers based on the 2024 season
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Isn’t ARAA Volleyball a volunteer-run program?
Yes. ARAA Volleyball is primarily powered by volunteers—our board members and all House League coaches donate their time. This structure allows us to keep participation affordable for families. However, in order to provide a competitive and developmental experience through the JO program, we do invest in hiring and paying qualified coaches.

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How does the Anoka Shop Card fundraiser help?
By purchasing a $20 Anoka Shop Card, you’re supporting local youth athletics while also receiving access to discounts at a wide variety of Downtown Anoka businesses. Proceeds go directly toward offsetting our program costs, including gym rentals, uniforms, and coaching support.

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Can the Shop Card be used right away?
Yes. Cards purchased at the Downtown Anoka Sidewalk Sale can be used immediately at all participating locations through June of 2026.

Apparel Store open now through 11/26/2025!

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WATCH FOR announcements REGARDING VOLLEYBALL OPPORTUNITIES WITH ARAA! 

What we are working on...

• Open Gyms
• Camps
• Boys League
• Girls Fall Competitive League
• 2025 House Volleyball Season 
• 2025/2026 Junior Olympic Volleyball Season