COMPETE
Take your game to the next level with Ottawa Fusion COMPETE. Designed for dedicated athletes, our competitive program combines high-level coaching, structured training, strength and conditioning, and tournament competition to help players grow as athletes, teammates, and leaders both on and off the court.
COMPETE Indoor
Ottawa Fusion’s indoor competitive teams provide athletes with a high-level training and competition environment focused on developing skilled, confident, and committed volleyball players.
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We uphold a unified Elite High Performance Standard across all COMPETE teams. Athletes train in a structured competitive environment, remain with their selected team throughout the season, and develop through consistent training, teamwork, and tournament experiences.
Season
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Tryouts take place in September/October
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Competitive season runs for approximately 8 months (September–May)
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Athletes remain with their selected team for the entire season to build teamwork, consistency, and long-term development
Competitive Excellence
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Ottawa Fusion COMPETE athletes represent Ottawa in the competitive volleyball community throughout Ontario, Canada, and internationally.
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Our program provides athletes with the opportunity to train in a high-performance environment while developing the skills, discipline, and teamwork required to compete at the highest levels.
Competition
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Teams compete in 7–10 tournaments throughout the season, primarily across Ontario, with possible tournaments in the United States.
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Competition includes:
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4–6 OVA Tournaments
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2–3 Additional Tournaments
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Provincial Championships (April)
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National Championships (May) or equivalent
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Every Ottawa Fusion COMPETE team attends Provincial Championships and National Championships (or equivalent).
Season Fees
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Season Fees
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18U: $4,000–$4,200
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17U: $4,000–$4,200
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16U: $3,700–$3,900
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15U: $3,700–$3,900
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14U: $3,000–$3,100
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13U: $2,800
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12U: $1,600
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Fees Include
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Gym rentals
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Tournament registration fees
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Coach registration, travel, honorarium, and swag
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Club administration, operations, and equipment
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Athlete clothing and uniforms
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Club equipment
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Sport Science strength & conditioning program and coaches
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Fees Do Not Include
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OVA Membership Fee
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Athlete travel and meals
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Parent travel and meals
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Training Commitment
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18U–15U
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3 × 2-hour team practices per week
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2 instructor-led strength & conditioning sessions per week
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Open training
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14U
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3 × 2-hour team practices per week
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1 instructor-led strength & conditioning session per week
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On-court conditioning
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13U
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3 × 2-hour team practices per week
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On-court conditioning
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12U
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2 × 2-hour team practices per week
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On-court conditioning
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COMPETE BEACH
Ottawa Fusion’s competitive beach program provides athletes with the opportunity to represent Ottawa in the competitive beach volleyball community across Ontario and Canada.
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Following May tryouts, selected athletes become members of COMPETE Beach teams and commit to a focused summer training program designed to prepare them for competitive beach volleyball events.
Season
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Tryouts take place in May
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Training begins in June
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Summer training runs through June–August
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Athletes train to prepare for beach competition throughout the summer season
Competition
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Teams compete in OVA Beach Tour events throughout the summer.
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Competition includes:
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Minimum of 3 OVA Beach Tour events to qualify for Provincial Championships
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Regional and provincial competition opportunities
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Provincial Championships
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National Championships (or equivalent opportunities)
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Season Fees
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​$650 per athlete
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($1,300 per team of 2)
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Fees Include
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On-court training
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Practice shirt
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Baseball cap
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Uniform top and shorts
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Additional Costs
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OVA Beach Player Membership
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OVA tournament fees
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Provincial Championship fees
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National Championship fees (if applicable)
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Training Commitment
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2 training sessions per week
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Focused beach volleyball skill development
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Training designed to improve athletes’ technical skills and competitive edge
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Training location: Bell Sensplex beach courts
Indoor Tryouts
Join Ottawa Fusion COMPETE.
Indoor tryouts are the first step to joining an Ottawa Fusion competitive team. Athletes participate in a comprehensive evaluation process designed to identify the team that best supports their long-term development.
Tryouts take place each September/October and follow the Ontario Volleyball Association (OVA) Tryout Policy.
The Tryout Process
- 2–3 on-court evaluation sessions (90–120 minutes each)
- 1 fitness evaluation (60 minutes)
On-court sessions include individual skill drills, team drills, and game play. The fitness evaluation is completed by Ottawa Fusion's strength and conditioning partner.
What We Evaluate
- Volleyball skills
- Athletic ability
- Coachability
- Effort and work ethic
- Team play
- Overall athletic potential
Both the on-court evaluations and fitness assessment are considered during team selection.
Team Selection
Ottawa Fusion's goal is to place each athlete on the team that best supports their long-term development.
Mention that athletes should attend tryouts for their OVA age category, but coaches may recommend a different age division based on technical skills, physical abilities, and overall readiness.
Registration
Registration is required before attending tryouts. After registering, athletes receive additional information about tryout schedule, fitness testing, and OVA registration requirements.
All tryout sessions and fitness testing are considered mandatory. If an athlete cannot attend due to illness or injury, the Club Head Coach should be notified as soon as possible.
Beach Tryouts
Join Ottawa Fusion COMPETE Beach.
Beach tryouts are the first step to joining Ottawa Fusion COMPETE Beach. Athletes participate in a focused on-sand evaluation designed to place them in the training environment that best supports their long-term development.
Tryouts take place each May ahead of the summer beach season.
The Tryout Process
- Individual skill drills (serving, passing, attacking, defending)
- Partner drills focused on communication and teamwork
- Small-sided gameplay and competitive situations
- Evaluation of how athletes adapt to beach-specific movement and conditions
The on-sand evaluation provides a comprehensive assessment of an athlete's ability to compete in the unique beach volleyball environment.
What We Evaluate
- Technical beach volleyball skills
- Athletic ability and movement in the sand
- Ball control and decision-making
- Communication with a partner
- Coachability and responsiveness to feedback
- Overall potential to compete on the OVA Beach Tour
Our scouts and coaches observe every aspect of an athlete's performance throughout the tryout process.
Team Selection
Ottawa Fusion’s goal is to place each athlete in the training group and competitive environment that best supports their development.
Athletes are prepared to compete in OVA Beach Tour events throughout the summer, with training focused on both individual and team performance.
Registration
Registration is required prior to attending beach tryouts. After registering, athletes receive additional details about:
- Tryout schedule and location
- What to bring (water, sunscreen, appropriate beach gear)
- Any OVA or club requirements for participation
All scheduled tryout sessions are considered important for a full evaluation. If an athlete cannot attend due to illness or injury, the Club Head Coach should be notified as soon as possible.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who should attend tryouts?
Tryouts are for athletes ready to transition from our Develop programs to a more intensive environment. We look for players with basic technical proficiency who are eager to train and compete in a high-performance setting.
Does my athlete need previous club experience?
While previous experience is helpful, it is not always a requirement. Many of our competitive athletes move up directly from our Development tracks once they have mastered the fundamentals and are ready for the next level.
What is the commitment level?
Compete programs require a higher level of dedication. Athletes are expected to attend weekly structured training sessions and participate in tournament competitions throughout the season.
Can athletes play indoor and beach?
Absolutely. We encourage multi-seasonal development. Our pathway allows athletes to transition from indoor competitive seasons in the fall/winter to beach training and summer competition.