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Take your volleyball skills to the next level by joining one of our competitive leagues. Experience structured games, practice sessions, and top-notch competition.
Youth VolleyBall Programs
Our Mini Volleyball camp is a fun and engaging experience designed for boys and girls in 3rd through 8th grade! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, our camp offers a supportive environment where young athletes can learn the fundamentals of volleyball.
Current Season: March 10th, 2025 – June 2nd, 2025
Next Season: July 7th, 2025 – August 13th, 2025
Age Group: Grades 3-8
Days: Mondays and/or Wednesdays
Times: 6:00-7:30pm
Price: One Day – $245.00 | Both Days – $445.00
Get ready for an exciting summer of volleyball! We proudly invite you to our Youth Volleyball Summer Camps, designed to help young athletes of all skill levels improve their volleyball capabilities while building valuable life skills. Whether your child is just starting or already has some experience, our camps are the perfect opportunity to grow on and off the court.
Our programs are designed to:
- Improve volleyball skills and techniques
- Encourage discipline, resilience, and a strong work ethic
- Instill cooperation and positive relationships with peers
- Foster teamwork and shape character
- Infuse valuable life skills that extend beyond the court
Sessions:
- June 23 to 27 – 5-day camp, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- July 28 to 31 – 4-day camp, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
- August 18 to 22 – 5-day evening camp, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Age Group: Grades 3-8
Price: Each session varies. Tap the button below for specific pricing and registration.
Adult VolleyBall Programs
Adult Volleyball Tournaments
Dates:
- Friday, April 11
- Friday, April 25
All tournament dates are completely separate of each other. You may attend one or multiple.
Teams: 6 players (any combination of men and/or women)
Time: check-in 7:15 pm, warm up and play starts at 7:30 pm and will end around 10:00 pm
Cost: $20 per player, includes $5 towards food or beverages upstairs at SUMMIT Sports Bar
Levels: B or BB/A
Must be 18 or older to play.
ADULT (18+) PICK-UP VOLLEYBALL
Days: Mondays & Wednesdays
Times: 7:30-9:00pm
Price: $15
PAY ONSITE. Must sign waiver prior to arrival. Waiver available HERE.
Fill Out A Form and our team will be in touch!
director of Volleyball
Richard Drake
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EXPERIENCE AND NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- USA Volleyball Coaches Accreditation Program (CAP) Level 3 coach
- U.S. Scout for Fundraising with Let’s Keep The Ball Flying
- Founder and Club Director of the Raritan Valley Volleyball Club (RVVC); Women’s BB 1996 National Champions
- Coached a Paralympian athlete who competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games
- Former USA Volleyball IMPACT instructor
- Author, Twelve Essential Drills: For the Parents – Published in USA Volleyball Magazine and is part of USA Volleyball’s IMPACT coaches training program.
- Former GEVA Regional New Jersey Junior Representative
- Former Garden Empire Volleyball Association (GEVA) Regional Adult Board Member
- Former GEVA outdoor event director and coordinator
- Former member of the USA Volleyball Outdoor Rules Committee
- Color commentary for KUTV (Kean University Television) volleyball matches
- Sponsored the Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) at Madison Square Garden
- Promoted and conducted Pro-Am beach and grass volleyball events
- Conducted fundraising events for Cystic Fibrosis, Easter Seals, the ARC, and other organizations
SKILLS AND GOALS
- As an accomplished agile certified practitioner and project manager, over the years I have helped many organizations achieve their goals and aspirations.
- Foster collaborative, positive working relationships, that improve organizational performance.
- Work diligently to create a confident, can-do culture to move forward and enable change.
- Notably competent in creating strategies for new and existing volleyball programs.
- Mentor coaches to become more efficient, effective, and positive, and guide them to create a fun and challenging atmosphere suitable for each age group and skill level.
- Create reliable strategies for personal development and continuous improvement, for players and coaches.
- Enlighten student athletes to understand the importance of quality grades and achieving a higher education.
- Evolve programs to emphasize intrinsic rewards over extrinsic prizes.
- Encourage players to find opportunities to give back to their sport.
- Work with regional, national, and international leaders for the overall growth and wellbeing of our volleyball community.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
- Project Management Institute – Agile Certified Practitioner (PMP-ACP)
- Boston University – Masters Certification in Project Management
- Villanova University – Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Project Management Institute – Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Loyalist College – ITIL Foundation (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) Certification
- Kean University – Studies in Management Science
- Middlesex County College – Associates of Science Degree, Computer Science
Join the Action!
Sign up for a league, book a court, or attend a camp today and make Iron Peak your home for Sports!
- Professional-grade courts with premium flooring and lighting
- Competitive leagues for all age groups and skill levels
- Year-round camps, clinics, and training with expert coaches
- Personalized one-on-one coaching sessions
- State-of-the-art fitness center to complement your training
- Spectator seating and family-friendly atmosphere for every game