Ottawa Youth Volleyball Training

Train with purpose. Compete with confidence.

Lotus Volleyball Academy develops youth athletes through position-specific training, high-repetition skill work, video analysis, and a supportive team-first environment.

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Small groups Video feedback Position labs

Summer Training

Built for Train-to-Compete athletes

Structured sessions for athletes who want more touches, better habits, and clear feedback between club seasons.

Private and semi-private training
Weekend development sessions
Setter, Libero, Outside, and Middle labs
Individual improvement plans

8–10athletes max for development groups

1:1private coaching available

5core skills tracked

100%athlete-centred feedback

Our Mission

Built to support athletes, families, and the Ottawa volleyball community.

The academy's mission is to create an inclusive volleyball development environment that celebrates and supports the Asian community while welcoming athletes from all backgrounds who are passionate about improving their skills and growing within the sport.

Train with purpose. Build confidence. Develop your game.

Coaching Staff

Experienced coaches. Real backgrounds.

Lotus Volleyball Academy is led by coaches with national-level playing and coaching experience at the club, college, university, and professional levels.

Founder & Lead Coach

Jackie Nguyen

Lead Coach · Head of Lotus Volleyball Academy

PositionSetter / Libero / MB / OH

Experience13 years

Competitive LevelNational Club, OCAA, Region 6 Beach

TeamsOttawa Fusion, Maverick VC, Algonquin College

2013 & 2014 OVA Award of Excellence
16U Boys Ontario Championship Bronze Medalist
16U Boys Youth Nationals Bronze Medalist
Development Coach Trained · Assistant Coach, 18UG Maverick Colts

Assistant Coaches

Assistant Coach Libero Lab

Naoki Nakashima

Libero · 7 years · National Club & College

OCAA 2nd Team All-Star
Algonquin MVP + Captain
1× CCAA All-Canadian
#1 Defensive Leader in OCAA · Most digs in Algonquin history

Assistant Coach Hitter Lab

Connor Finnie

Middle / Outside · 8 years · National Club, OCAA & Pro

2021 Algonquin Wolves Rookie of the Year
3× OCAA East All-Star
Professional volleyball — TSV Mühldorf, Germany

Assistant Coach Setter Lab

Mia Ladd

Setter · 9 years · National Club, Team Ontario & AUS

2022 Team Ontario Selection
18U National Bronze Medalist & MVP
2025–2026 USport All-Canadian

Assistant Coach Setter Lab

Aly Saydam

Setter · 9 years · National Club & OUA

OUA All Rookie Team · Trent MVB Rookie of the Year
4× USport All-Canadian
All-time leader in assists & digs at Trent University

Programs

Position-specific training for serious development.

Each program is designed to give athletes focused reps, clear technical cues, and a better understanding of their role on the court.

Setter Lab

Control the offence

Footwork, hand shape, tempo, location, decision-making, and leadership habits for developing setters.

Libero Lab

Own first contact

Serve receive, defensive reads, platform control, emergency skills, and communication under pressure.

Outside Hitter Lab

Score in all phases

Passing, attacking range, transition footwork, out-of-system swings, serving, and defensive responsibility.

Middle Lab

Fast, physical, and disciplined

Blocking footwork, timing, quick attack routes, transition speed, eye sequencing, and serving pressure.

Private Training

Individual feedback

1-on-1 sessions with video review, custom development plans, and focused work on the athlete’s biggest needs.

Small Group

Competitive reps

High-energy training with athletes grouped by level, position, and development goals.

Our Approach

Train the details that show up in matches.

Lotus sessions are built around game-like learning, high-quality corrections, and clear athlete accountability. We focus on what athletes can apply immediately in club, school, and competitive environments.

Game-based learning Video analysis Skill progressions Confidence building

Core skills we track

Passing

Serving

Attacking

Setting

Defending

Pricing

Simple, flexible pricing.

Drop in for a single position session or commit to the full five-week program. Same pricing across every lab, so athletes can choose the lab that fits their game.

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Drop-in $75 · 5-week program $300 ($60 per session)

Registration Form

Simple start. Clear development plan.

Every athlete begins with registration information so training can be matched to their position, goals, experience, and current development needs.

Complete Registration

01Submit athlete information and training goals.

02Choose position lab, private training, or small group training.

03Train with focused reps and coaching feedback.

04Receive video clips, notes, and next-step recommendations.

Questions

Frequently asked questions.

Who is Lotus Volleyball Academy for?

Youth athletes who want extra development outside of club or school volleyball, especially athletes looking for position-specific feedback and more high-quality reps.

Do athletes need club experience?

No. Athletes can be grouped by level, position, and goals so training stays challenging but appropriate.

Where are sessions located?

Sessions are based in Ottawa. Confirmed gym locations, dates, and times can be shared after registration.

What does private training include?

Private training includes individual coaching, video analysis when available, a summer improvement focus, and clear feedback for athletes to review on their own.

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Ready to start?

Fill out the registration form or contact Lotus Volleyball Academy to ask about private training, small group sessions, and position labs.

Registration Form Email Lotus Academy

Email: lotusvolleyballacademy@gmail.com