There are four annual Lite sessions: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall. Each session most commonly consists of 6-8 weeks (length is based on season and location), with one scheduled practice per week. The cost to participate is most commonly $120-$175 per player per session (variability based on length of session and location). Some locations might also include Special Sessions (ex: a short Holiday Special in December) as the schedule dictates or group their seasonal sessions more specifically by month (ex: Sept/Oct instead of 'Fall').

Most people pick the location nearest or most convenient for them! Some people pick based on how many of their daughter's friends attend the same location program. There are several LAVA affiliate locations that have Lite Programs: North (Santa Clarita), South (Sherman Oaks), East (Corona), West (Thousand Oaks), Shack (West Los Angeles), and VC (Camarillo).

Yes and Yes! Each location has its own registration form with specific location details. Online registration can be accessed by location above - click the location box, then register and submit payment online to sign your daughter up for the program.

The Lite Program is largely for elementary school athletes in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. However, 2nd graders and 6th graders are allowed to participate in the Lite with Director approval, and it is recommended for 2nd graders and 6th graders to participate when the following criteria are met:

• For 2nd Graders . . . It is recommended that 2nd graders only participate in the Lite if the following are accurate: (1) the athlete has strong coordination and/or movement skills; (2) the athlete has a strong interest in volleyball; and (3) it is the Winter or Spring session of the Lite Program. We do not recommend 2nd graders start in the fall of their second grade year.
• For 6th Graders . . . It is recommended that Rising 6th Graders participate in the Lite for the Summer and Fall sessions (July through October, apx). 'Rising' means entering 6th grader in the upcoming or newly begun school year. Rising 6th graders are encouraged to attend the Lite for these sessions only. For 6th graders looking to join the Winter, Spring, or Holiday Special sessions (November through June), it is highly recommended those athletes participate in the LAVA Juniors program instead. Click here to visit the Juniors Program homepage.

The Advanced Lite and Lite Plus Programs are one and the same. These programs are the advanced form of Lite for players who have progressed their skills and are ready for more. Not all locations and/or not all season sessions will feature Lite Plus Programs.

*Advanced Lite and Lite Plus Programs do require Director approval.

For Director approval to participate in the Lite Plus or Advanced Programs, please contact the Division Director specific to your location.

The Lite Program offers something for everyone, from those who have never played before to those who have attended multiple Lite sessions. No experience required; beginner and intermediate players welcome!

Additionally, the Advanced Lite and Lite Plus offer even more for our most advanced Lite athletes.

Awesome! We are excited to have your daughter join us. Please contact the Director of the location you are interested in to discuss options for your advanced athlete.

Yes, we do! Our Juniors Program is for middle school aged athletes (6th-8th grades) and is the natural next step for those Lite athletes who do not make the jump to club volleyball. Please click here to access the Juniors page.

Yes, we do!

Certain locations do offer Youth Boys Training under the SMBC Boys Lite banner. Additionally, youth boys are allowed to participate in the Lite Program with Director approval, it is worth noting several locations also offer boys-specific youth programs. Please click here to visit the Boys Youth page. Feel free to sign your son up for the Lite, as well.