Spring Programs 2026

The following table lists all Stryker programs for the Spring 2026 season (Apr-Jun), and can be sorted, searched, and filtered however you'd like! Program descriptions can be found below with additional detail available in Stryker's Athlete Development Model.

Ignite

Co-ed for Boys and Girls in Grades 3-4

We focus on teaching the game in a fun way to young athletes with the help of modified rules and equipment. Our coaches are professionally trained in Stryker's unique developmental philosophy

Designed for players with limited or no experience in the sport.

Elevate

Co-ed for Boys and Girls in Grades 5-6

As athletes grow in size and coordination, we introduce more of the fundamental sport skills while also highlighting the rules of the game. Our coaches are professionally trained in Stryker's unique developmental philosophy.

Designed for players with limited or no experience in the sport.

Amplify

Co-ed for Boys and Girls in Grades 7+

Building on some previous exposure to the sport, we begin to layer on additional skills and knowledge through more complicated drills, deeper instruction on the fundamentals, and increased gameplay.

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Designed for athletes with less than two years of experience in Stryker programs or team play (e.g., Stryker's league, junior high, senior high, or club team).

Launchpad

Co-ed for Boys and Girls in Grades 7+

With a few seasons or years of exposure to the sport, including many practices and games, we help athletes upskill on all dimensions, from technique, to gameplay, to court vison, and game sense.

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Designed for athletes with more than two years of experience in Stryker programs or team play (e.g., Stryker's league, junior high, senior high, or club team).

Volleyball League

Co-ed for Boys and Girls in Grades 7-12

Ideal for players who love the game of volleyball and want to play in a league with dedicated practices and game days. This is an excellent opportunity for athletes who are playing junior high school, high school, or aspiring to play club volleyball, and want to continue playing in a competitive environment and further their skills development and game sense. Registration is on a first come, first served basis, and league divisions and teams are formed by skill so that all athletes participate at an engaging level.

No Tryouts - Everyone Welcome On Our Courts!

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How does Stryker's League Work?

Divisions Stryker's league will be comprised of athletes placed into divisions by experience and skill. Within each division, teams are formed by Stryker's coaching staff so that there is an equal distribution of genders and experience levels, ensuring suitable competition across teams within each division.

Teams Each team will consist of 8-10 athletes to balance court time with reality that all athletes are not able to attend all game days. The divisions and teams are formed after the first two weeks of sessions as this initial training period provides the athletes time to grow and play together, while also giving coaches a chance to get to know the athletes.

Game Days All teams will play a minimum of two games each week (each game is "best of three" sets), and there is usually time to play three games. Athletes in Stryker's Spring 2026 League will play out of either Rundle Academy on Sundays from 1-3pm, or Glenmore Christian Academy from 3-5pm. The specific venue will depend on the athlete's division and team (which will be established after the second week of the season).

Optional Training Sessions Beyond the weekly 2-hour gameday, all athletes are provided with three optional training sessions. These training sessions are grouped into either South or Central Calgary. During registration, athletes will select which area they'd like for training, with the Spring 2026 options being:

South Training
- St Isabella School on Fri 6:30-8:30pm
- Mountain Park School on Sat 3:00-5:00pm
- 7Chiefs on Tue 7:00-8:30pm)
Central Training
- Rundle Academy on Fri 6:30-8:30pm
- Calgary French and International School on Sat 1:30-3:30pm
- 7Chiefs on Tue 7:00-8:30pm

We encourage all league athletes to participate in at least one of these sessions, and we love seeing athletes make use of as many of these sessions as they can. These optional training sessions are typically grouped by division.