2026 BUF VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMPS

Led by BUF's experienced coaching staff and student-athletes, campers receive personalized instruction, engage in competitive play, and learn modern training techniques. Each participant benefits from a Christ-centered environment that encourages sportsmanship, leadership, and the application of biblical principles both on and off the field.

Camp Coaching Staff

Thais Franca - Head Coach

Guilherme Freitas - Assistant Coach

Eagles Volleyball Players

LOCATED ON THE BUF CAMPUS

All camps and sessions will be held on the campus of Baptist University of Florida at the Wellness Center (Eagle Gymnasium)

5400 College Drive, Graceville, FL 32440

WHAT TO BRING

Campers should bring athletic clothing (extra t-shirts & socks are encouraged each day), kneepads, and water bottles.

RULES & REGULATIONS

Campers are expected to act with respect for themselves, other campers, staff, and the campus of Baptist University of Florida.

Campers who cannot behave in a mature manner could be expelled from camp without refund.

EAGLE'S HIGH SCHOOL TEAM CAMP

Dates: July 9-10

Open to High School Varsity or JV Teams. Designed for High School teams to participate in matches against other teams. Both JV and Varsity teams are welcome. Eagles Coaching staff and players will be available to assist coaches with various skills, drills, rotations, offense or defense questions.

Cost: $300.00 per team
*Lunch NOT Included

Day 1 & Day 2 Schedule
8:45 a.m. - Check-in
10:00 a.m. - Tournament Starts

Setter & Libero Day Camp

Date: July 13

Open to athletes entering grades 9-12. This is a high-level specific camp designed for Setters and Liberos with a strong desire to play at the next level. Camp instruction will be provided by Head Coach Thais Franca, BUF Coaching Staff, and Volleyball Players.

Cost: $165.00 per person
*Lunch NOT Included
*Camp T-Shirt Included
*Times are Subject to Change

Day Schedule:
9:20 a.m. - Check-in
10:00 a.m. - Morning Session
12:30 p.m. - Lunch Break
1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Session
4:00 p.m. - Finish

Hitters Day Camp

Date: July 14

Open to athletes entering grades 9-12. This high-level camp will emphasize specific training for middles, outsides, and opposite hitters. We will break down both the approach and the arm swing in an effort to highlight proper technique for each. This Camp will also focus on blocking techniques. Camp instruction will be provided by Head Coach Thais Franca, BUF Coaching Staff, and Volleyball Players.

Cost: $165.00 per person
*Lunch NOT Included
*Camp T-Shirt Included
*Times are Subject to Change

Day Schedule:
9:20 a.m. - Check-in
10:00 a.m. - Morning Session
12:30 p.m. - Lunch Break
1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Session
4:00 p.m. - Finish

All Skills Day Camp

Date: July 15

Open to athletes entering grades 9-12. Players will be grouped by skill level at which point high repetition training will guide our sessions. The drills for this camp are designed to take your game to the collegiate level by exposing you to the daily training systems used in a high-level professional volleyball program. As the camp progresses there will be a shift from a more technical focus to more “play-based” and situational 6 on 6. Camp instruction will be provided by Head Coach Thais Franca, BUF Coaching Staff, and Volleyball Players.

Cost: $165.00 per person
*Lunch NOT Included
*Camp T-Shirt Included
*Times are Subject to Change

Day Schedule:
9:20 a.m. - Check-in
10:00 a.m. - Morning Session
12:30 p.m. - Lunch Break
1:30 p.m. - Afternoon Session
4:00 p.m. - Finish

Youth Position & Skill Camp

Date: July 17-18

Open to athletes entering grades 9-12. The camp will focus on individual skill development, positional training and team drills. The camp will also consist of position specific training for setters, middle blockers, outside/opposite hitters, and liberos. Players will be grouped by age and skill level. There will also be an opportunity to develop individual skills in a team concept with matches. This is a commuter camp for young kids looking to learn the game.

Cost: $230.00 per person
*Lunch Included
*Camp T-Shirt Included
*Times are Subject to Change

Day 1 Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Check-in
9:30 a.m. - Session 1
12:00 p.m. - Lunch Break
1:30 p.m. - Session 2
4:00 p.m. - Finish

Day 2 Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - Check-in
9:30 a.m. - Session 3
12:00 p.m. - Lunch Break
1:30 p.m. - Session 4
4:00 p.m. - Finish