Rise Ventura Volleyball Club

09/14/2026

Your athlete has been crushing it. They aren't a beginner anymore - now it's time to find exactly where they belong. Whether your kid is ready for competitive travel volleyball or looking to level up in a supportive local league, Rise has a pathway built for them. Coast League or Premier Travel. 12u, 13u, or 14u. Every team, every level, same community-first culture and coaching that helps athletes grow as players and people. Tryouts aren't about gatekeeping-they're about finding your fit and rising together with teammates who get you. Your athlete's next chapter starts here.

09/12/2026

These are the coaches who show up for your athlete every single day-not just to build better players, but better people. Kris and Melissa embody what we're about: development-driven coaching, real investment in growth, and a community where every athlete belongs. That's Rise vibes. Tag a player ready to train with them this season. 🏐

09/12/2026

Open Gym isn't just court time-it's where competitive friendships start, where you realize volleyball at Rise feels different, and where 'no pressure' actually means something. Your athlete can show up exactly as they are, play freely with friends, and discover that community comes first. That's the Rise vibes difference. Drop in Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6-8 PM. No registration, no commitment, just belonging.

09/11/2026

Here's the truth: one win doesn't make a great coach. We've seen it a thousand times-programs obsessed with the scoreboard this season (Squisher thinking) produce athletes who plateau fast. But programs built on infinite growth? They produce players who get smarter, stronger, and more resilient every single practice.

Squisher coaches ask: "How do we win this match?"

Expander coaches ask: "How does this match make us better?"

The difference isn't subtle. It shapes confidence, resilience, and how your athlete shows up off the court too.

Which mindset are you looking for? Drop a comment or reach out-we'd love to share how we build Expanders at Rise.

09/10/2026

Blessed to have had this guy as a huge mentor in my coaching and life! He’s full of so many golden nuggets and of course his resume would show he knows a little bit about how to create a successful culture! Utilizing pre-practice journaling is an innovative approach to develop a strong practice culture. It encourages players to reflect on their skills and support teammates, fostering both personal growth and team cohesion. Feeling like you contribute and belong on a team goes a long way to forming that culture. But you have to actively work at it!

09/08/2026

We asked a Rise athlete what changed everything for her. She told us: 'I was nervous I wasn't good enough. But from day one, my coaches believed in me-not because I was the best, but because they genuinely cared about my growth. My teammates became my people. I stopped worrying about belonging and started just... playing.'

That's not luck. That's culture.

At Rise, belonging isn't something you earn after you prove yourself. It's built in from the start through:

✓ Clear development pathways-so you know exactly where to start, no matter your level
✓ Positive coaching-encouragement and skill-building over pressure and judgment
✓ Community-first vibes-you're rising up together, not competing against each other

If your athlete has ever felt like they didn't quite fit, or if you've been searching for a program that actually *gets* inclusion-that's what we're building here.

Where did you find your place in sports? Drop your story in the comments. We'd love to hear it. 💛

09/06/2026

The research is clear: belonging isn't a nice-to-have-it's a performance multiplier. When your athlete feels genuinely connected to their coaches and teammates, their brain works differently. They focus better, recover faster, and push harder when it matters most.

We built Rise around this science. Our positive coaching approach, clear development pathways, and community-first culture aren't feel-good extras-they're the intentional structures that activate belonging and unlock your athlete's potential.

If you've been searching for a program that combines real skill development with genuine belonging, this is why Rise works.

08/31/2026

8/31 Thoughts from Coach Kris: Are You an Expander or a Squisher? -

The other day I was in the gym having a conversation with a parent and I made a random remark that I thought a lot about afterwards. We were talking about coaching, especially developing athletes at the lower levels in High School. The parent was voicing a bit of frustration. They felt like the coac...

08/17/2026

Saturday Skills and Play: Rise Rec League for 6th-8th Graders - https://mailchi.mp/risevolleyball.com/unleash-your-best-swing-17387186

08/16/2026

Thoughts For Players From Coach Kris - Consistency Over Intensity -

Sending another email about my thoughts as a Coach helping young athletes develop, as my coaching and Rise VBC continue to evolve.