The Near West Recreation volleyball season takes place from mid October through early December. Registration opens late August through late September.

Near West Recreation offers two coed divisions: Junior division (suggested ages 10/11-13/14).  The junior division is for new and/or younger volleyball players.  Junior teams play modified games. Senior division (suggested ages 13/14-17) is for more advanced players and/or teens. Senior division games follow standard OSHAA rules.  No child should be older than 17 as of October 1, 2025.

When: All teams practice and play games during the week.  No weekends.  For the first three weeks, teams practice twice a week.  Once games starts, teams either have one practice and one game or play twice a week.  Most practice and games will take place Monday - Thursday and will start no earlier than 5:30 pm and should end no later than 9:00 pm.

Locations: Games and practices are played on gyms around the Near West Side (churches, schools, community organizations). View Locations tab to see where all gyms are located.

Equipment:  Participants receive a team t-shirt. Tennis shoes and knee pads are required for all participants.  Balls and other equipment are provided by Near West Recreation. Kneed pads are available for families in need.

Cost: $55 per child. Need-based financial assistance is available.

Volunteer Coaches: We are always in need of volunteer head and assistant coaches.  We are looking for adults that have knowledge of the sport, can commit three to fours per week to practice and games, and most importantly can bring positive energy to the players they coach.  Background checks are required and paid for by Near West Recreation. We work with coaches to coordinate practice times that work with their schedule.  If interested, you can fill out the coach's form here.  We will contact you with more information.

If you have any questions, please contact Near West Recreation at nearwestrec@ohiocity.org or 216-781-3222 x 101.

New! Learn to Play Volleyball Series: The series is designed for boys and girls ages 7–10 who are new to the sport. This fun, beginner-friendly program focuses on teaching the basics of volleyball—passing, serving, movement, and teamwork—through engaging drills and activities in a supportive, group clinic format.  A great first step before joining a Near West Recreation volleyball team.

When: Tuesdays, November 4 - December 2.  Two session times available; 6:00 - 7:00 pm & 7:10 -810 pm.

Cost: $35 per child.  Financial assistance available for Near West Side students and residents.