Clinic Frequently Asked Questions

DIRECTIONS * WHAT TO BRING * FOOD OPTIONS * DAILY SCHEDULE * COLLEGE Q&A

Where are the Clinics located and how do I get there?
All JVBC Clinics will be held on our beautiful Tufts University campus here in Medford, Massachusetts. Clinics are held on the main volleyball courts in the historic Cousens Gymnasium (built-in 1932) which was remodeled and updated in the summer of 2009. Cousens Gym is located in the Tisch Sports & Fitness Center at 161 College Ave, Medford, MA 02155. Upon arrival please park across the street in the Cousens Gym lot and proceed into the main lobby of the Tisch Athletic Center. The registration table is located at the top of the stairs in the main foyer and will be open 30 minutes prior to the start of clinics for check-in. Click here for directions to campus.  A few days prior to the start of each clinic, we will send a detailed email about parking, pick up & drop off, and registration to all participants and their families. 

FREE PARKING IN COUSENS LOT WITH THIS LINK/QR CODE:      (will be updated summer 2023) https://tufts.mpspark.com/event/56a3ec646be8e3

Drivers will need to click on the link above to register for a new permit EACH DAY they park on campus. You can not register in advance. The daily permits will expire every evening so please keep this link handy to avoid ticketing in Cousens Lot - which is a pay-to-park lot. 

What do I need to bring/wear?

• Please dress in athletic gear that is appropriate and functional for our sport. If you have kneepads, please bring them!
• At this time (1/10/23), Masks are no longer required on campus, but every participant is welcome to wear one if it makes them feel more comfortable.
• To respect our all gender staff and other players, we prefer that players wear t-shirts that are long enough such that no midriffs are showing. In addition, if players do wear tank tops or sleeveless shirts, we ask that no part of a player’s sports bra be visible at any time either. Thank you for your help and understanding.
• Please bring extra socks, t-shirts etc. in case you need to change in between sessions. You will be working hard!
• We kindly ask that players wear indoor training shoes (any non-marking gym shoes are fine). Please make sure to bring different shoes than those you wear outdoors. Clinics will be held on new varsity courts and street shoes are strictly prohibited in order to preserve the court surface. There will be a place to change your shoes upon arrival.
• A water bottle and your smile!

Do I need to bring lunch for summer clinics? NOPE!

We are SO EXCITED to announce that our dining halls are OPEN yet again this summer! A full LUNCH is included with your registration fee for all full 2-day and 3-day clinics! All participants will walk to and eat at Tufts University's outstanding Dewick Dining Hall which offers a variety of healthy all-you-can-eat/drink options. Vegan, Gluten-Free, and vegetarian options will be available as well. Pace yourself!

What is a typical daily clinic schedule? 

Below we have listed our typical daily schedule, subject to change if needs be. 

Are their College Recruiting Q & A Sessions? YES! 

Per usual, we will be able to provide our clinic Q & A recruiting sessions again this summer. A general College Q & A session will be held at somepoint during all full day clinics. If we are unable to answer your specific questions during clinic hours, we will be happy to provide individual feedback and college insight by phone or email (for those who request it) after our camp season ends. We will not be available post clinic to meet with players individually. Thank you for understanding!

TUFTS UNIVERSITY & JVBC COVID PROTOCOLS: 

The priority of our JVBC Staff will always be the safety and well-being of our participants, coaches, and support staff. As we look forward to operating our clinics this spring and summer on the campus of Tufts University, we will continue to stay in compliance and follow the current guidelines of the CDC, the state of Massachusetts, and local health officials as well as our University protocols. We respect that they are in place to promote the safety of the community and reduce the impact of COVID-19. Guidelines will be updated as guidance changes. 

• MASKING remains optional on the Tufts University campus (1-10-23)
• If a player is experiencing any of the following symptoms that indicate infection (or others not listed), they should not attend the clinic. Please contact our JVBC Directors & Sports Medicine staff. 
  • Fever or Chills * Cough  *  Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing  *  Fatigue  *  Muscle or body aches  *  Headache  *  New loss of sense of taste or smell  *  Sore Throat   *   Congestion or runny nose  *  Diarrhea  *  Nausea and or vomiting
• Masks & Hand Sanitizer will still be provided upon check-in should participants need/want them.
• Hand washing and frequent use of hand sanitizer are still expected.
• If a player tests positive for COVID-19 during any of the clinics, please call and email our Camp Director, Cora Thompson (Cora.Thompson@tufts.edu - 617.627.5471. If you are a close contact with a COVID-positive individual outside of the clinic but are asymptomatic you can still attend. 
• Should you need to withdraw from a clinic due to COVID-19, we will issue an appropriate refund. 
• If you have more specific questions, please feel free to reach out in advance.