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BUILD YOUR
GAME.
JOIN THE COMMUNITY.

A:M Volleyball bridges the gap between social and competitive play. Structured sessions, elite camps, and a growing community across the North of England.

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780+ Spond Members
780+ Instagram Followers
12% Engagement Rate
150+ Tournament Players
About A:M

More Than
A Session

A:M Volleyball is a community-driven coaching organisation operating across Manchester and Newcastle. Founded and led by Alex Monk, the mission is simple: bridge the gap between social and competitive volleyball.

"I want to foster a community that helps players bridge the gap between being a social player to being one that can compete competitively."
Skills Lab Game Sessions Tournaments Camps Clinics Personal Coaching 7am League
🔜 Women's Sessions · Coming Soon
Alex Monk, Founder and Head Coach
Founder & Head Coach

Alex Monk

Alex has built A:M Volleyball from the ground up into one of the North of England's fastest-growing volleyball communities. His game-based approach focuses on technique, fast play, and strong fundamentals, the same principles he applies coaching at the competitive level.

  • Current coach of an NVL Division 1 team
  • Coached university teams up to Division 1 level
  • Organised Manchester's largest ever indoor volleyball tournament
  • Game-based approach: technique, speed, strong fundamentals
  • 1 on 1 personal coaching available
The Coaching Team

Meet the
Team

A:M Volleyball is built around experienced coaches who genuinely care about your development. Every session is led by someone who has competed and coached at a high level.

Harvey Chapman-Lennon

Harvey Chapman-Lennon

Head Coach, Newcastle

Harvey leads our Newcastle Friday sessions and brings Super League and National Level coaching experience to every session. His focus is on elevating the competitive ceiling for players ready to push their game.

Super League Exp. National Level Newcastle

Full bio coming soon

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Lazo Nawroz

Coach

Lazo is part of the core A:M coaching team, contributing his playing and coaching background across sessions and the wider community.

A:M Core Team

Full bio coming soon

Player Development

What You'll
Gain at A:M

Six months with A:M Volleyball produces a measurable difference. Here's what players consistently walk away with.

🎯
Technical Ability

A clear, noticeable increase in ball control, serving, setting, passing, and hitting, built through structured, purposeful reps.

🧠
Tactical Understanding

Greater game sense, smarter positioning, and an understanding of how to read and respond to play. Areas most coaches skip over.

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Ready to Compete

Improvements directly relevant to joining a team during the season. A:M prepares you for real, competitive volleyball.

💪
Focused Coaching

Specific attention on the areas other coaches don't address. The gaps that hold most players back from levelling up.

"A player who has come to A:M can expect a greater tactical understanding of the sport : positioning, game sense, and specific focus on areas other coaches don't build on."

Alex Monk, Founder
A:M Volleyball Spring Tournament 2026
Locations

Find Your
Session

📍

Sugden Sports Centre

114 Grosvenor St, Manchester M1 7HL  ·  Tue to Fri, 7:00 to 9:00am  ·  Evening sessions also available  ·  Led by Alex Monk

£7.50
per session

Skills Lab

Mixed ability session open to all. Core skills: passing, serving, setting, hitting, and ball control.

£7.50
per session

Game Session

Applies Skills Lab techniques into advanced drills and competitive gameplay.

£7.50
per session

Internal Tournament

Fun format. 4 teams, 20 minute matches. 7 players per team for flexibility across positions.

~£5
per session

Clinic

Focused skill sessions targeting specific areas of your game. Smaller groups, deeper coaching.

MAY TO JUNE 2026
7am League
Thursday mornings

Morning Tournament League

A Thursday morning tournament league running May to June 2026, integrated into morning sessions. Sign up via Spond or Instagram DM.

SUMMER 2026
£25
per session  ·  Mon to Sat, 6 to 10pm

Summer Training 2026

Advanced programme: Advanced Training, Memberships, Volleyball Coaches, Development Training, Personal Trainers, Jump Performance, Injury Prevention.

📍

Jesmond, Newcastle upon Tyne

44 Back Brandling Pl S, NE2 4RU  ·  Fridays, 6:30 to 9:00pm  ·  Led by Harvey Chapman-Lennon

Open
6:30 to 7:30pm  ·  Fridays

Open Level

Perfect for all players looking to grow and compete. An inclusive session for anyone developing their game.

Advanced
7:30 to 9:00pm  ·  Fridays

Advanced Level

For experienced players ready to push their game further. Coaching from Super League and National Level experienced coaches.

Player Levels

Train at the
Right Intensity

A:M uses a structured levelling system to help players progress step by step. Levels are carefully assigned and open to discussion.

1
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Level 1

Beginner

New to indoor volleyball. Focus on building fundamentals and confidence on the court.

2
⚡

Level 2

Developing

Good grasp of indoor volleyball. Decent ball control or strong athleticism ready to be refined.

3
🏆

Level 3

Advanced

In-depth understanding of indoor volleyball. Strong ball control and athleticism, or exceptional in one area.

Levels are open to discussion, reach out via Spond or Instagram DM

Events & Tournaments

The Calendar

Aug
25
2025

A:M Men's Volleyball 1st Tournament

Manchester's largest ever indoor volleyball tournament. 150+ players, 20 teams, multi-division format with medals and trophies.

📍 Sugden Sports Centre 👥 150+ players 🏆 20 teams
Completed
Jan
5
2026

New Year A:M Volleyball Camp

5 days of training, 4 to 6 hours per day. 3 coaches from Super League and top university teams. Silver and Gold packages available.

📍 Sugden Sports Centre 🗓 Jan 5 to 9, 2026 🎯 Intermediate to Advanced
Completed
Apr
18
2026

Spring Open Tournament 2026

10 teams competing across 2 pools (A and B). Custom trophies, medals, and A:M training shirts for top finishers.

📍 Sugden Sports Centre 🏅 10 teams 🎁 Custom prizes
Completed
May
Jun
2026

7am League Season Launch

Thursday morning tournament league running May through June 2026. Integrated into morning sessions at Sugden. Sign up via Spond or Instagram DM.

📍 Sugden Sports Centre 🗓 Every Thursday ⏱ 7:00 to 9:00am
NOW ON
Sum
TBC
2026

Summer Tournament & Camps 2026

Series of one-day tournaments and 5-day training camps. Mixed and male-only events. Open to students and non-students.

📍 Manchester ⚠ Limited spaces
Upcoming
Merchandise

Wear the Brand

A:M Volleyball Training T-Shirt

A:M Training T-Shirt

The official A:M Volleyball training tee. Represent the community on and off the court.

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Limited Edition Koi Fish Shirt Blue Colourway

Koi Fish Spring Edition, Blue

Limited Edition Spring 2026 shirt. Designed by @imaginewithtristan. Blue colourway.

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Limited Edition Koi Fish Shirt Pink Colourway

Koi Fish Spring Edition, Pink

Limited Edition Spring 2026 shirt. Designed by @imaginewithtristan. Pink colourway.

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Community

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Community

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Sessions running across Manchester and Newcastle. All levels welcome. Find your fit and start growing your game.

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