Volt Hockey Training Clinic

August 13 – 16, 2026 | Charles River Campus

REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 1

Join us for our second annual USA volt hockey clinic, led by expert athletes and coaches from Norway!

Open to players of all experience levels, this clinic is designed to build community, sharpen skills, and strengthen the growing volt hockey movement in the United States. Whether you're here to level up your skills or try the sport for the first time, this is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to learn from the best and grow the future of volt hockey in the U.S.

DETAILED CLINIC SCHEDULE TO BE ANNOUNCED

General Information

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions that are not covered by the information provided below. There is additional information included in the registration forms for both participants and volunteers as well.

Location

Charles River Campus of UMass Amherst

(previously known as Mount Ida Campus)

Health, Wellness & Recreation Center

100 Carlson Ave, Newton, MA 02459, United States

Dates + Times

August 13 – 16, 2026

9:30AM – 5PM

Detailed clinic schedule to be announced

Transportation

Driving/Parking

Charles River is easily accessible by car, and is 5 minutes off of I-95. There is abundant parking on-campus, including accessible spots immediately surrounding the gymnasium.

Public Transportation

The closest MBTA station is Newton Centre on the Green Line D Branch. From there, you can board Bus 52 at Cypress St & Braeland Ave outbound towards Dedham Mall. Exit at Dedham St & Carlson Ave. From there it is a 10 minute walk to the clinic.

Charles River is within the radius of The Ride – Massachusett's paratransit service.

Many locals find The Ride to be unreliable at times, so we recommend utilizing the accessible Uber/Lyft system as a first choice.

Flying

The closest airport is Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). There are accessible shuttles from the airport directly into the city where you can transfer to the subway and train lines.

Food

We will be providing lunch each day of the clinic for all participants, volunteers, and PCAs/aides. If you have any dietary restrictions, please be sure to list them in the registration form.

Eligibility

Participants must be at least 7 years old

Participants must be residents of the United States of America

Participants must have a disability or chronic condition that affects mobility.

Due to the nature of the sport and for safety concerns, participants must be able to control a wheelchair using a joystick, remain seated in an upright position for extended periods of time, see clearly, and follow directions.

We are able to modify the equipment to suit various needs of athletes, including adding ventilator mounts, headrests, laterals, cushioning, and more!

If you have any questions about your eligibility to participate, please contact us.

Service Animal Policy

To ensure a safe, focused, and accessible environment for all participants, only service dogs are permitted at the USVHA Volt Hockey Training Clinic. Volt hockey is a fast-paced sport involving motorized chairs, and maintaining a controlled environment is essential for safety and accessibility.

Service dogs are welcome provided they are:

Trained service animals as defined by the ADA
Leashed, well-behaved, and under control at all times
Not disruptive to gameplay or instruction

The USVHA reserves the right to ask that a service animal be removed if it cannot follow these guidelines.

If you have questions or need to discuss an accommodation related to this policy, please contact us in advance of the clinic.

PARTICIPANT REGISTRATION FORM

This registration form will become available on June 1, 2026.

2025 Clinic Registration Fee

$100

If you cannot afford the registration fee, please contact us to be considered for a scholarship before continuing with the form. When you complete the form, you will be prompted to enter your payment information.

Hotels/Lodging

I do not plan to stay at a hotel

I will stay at a hotel, but I don’t need financial assistance

I will stay at a hotel and would like to be considered for a lodging scholarship, but I can still attend clinic without one

I will stay at a hotel and can only attend clinic if I receive a lodging scholarship

Other

We have a limited budget for lodging assistance and are also working to reserve a block of rooms in Newton, MA a few minutes away from the clinic. While we can’t guarantee full coverage, we may be able to help cover a portion of the hotel costs. Priority will go to participants who live farther away or who indicate greater need.

VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FORM

BECOME A SPONSOR

The USVHA’s Volt Hockey Training Clinic brings together athletes from across the U.S. for four days of high-level training, community building, and competition, led by experienced international players and coaches. This clinic plays a critical role in growing volt hockey nationwide and expanding access to adaptive sports for people with physical disabilities.

Sponsorship support helps cover essential costs such as travel for visiting trainers, gym rentals, meals, equipment, and need-based scholarships—ensuring the clinic remains accessible to athletes and families from diverse backgrounds. Sponsors also receive meaningful visibility and opportunities to engage directly with the volt hockey community.

To learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits, please view our full sponsorship packet below.

View Sponsorship Levels