NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom
PLAY VOLLEYBALL, EXPLORE THE UK AND IMPROVE AS A LEADER AND ATHLETE!
- Ages
- 14–18
- Who
- Girls & Boys
- Format
- Overnight camp
- Where
- London, United Kingdom
Questions? Call 1-800-406-3926 — we’re happy to help.
Pricing is subject to change based on availability. Enroll today to secure current rates.
Overview
About this international camp
NBC Camps Volleyball Travel Teams will travel from Seattle, WA to London, UK for a once in a lifetime volleyball travel team experience. Have the time of your life and see the world playing the sport you love! NBC Camps is excited for another season of volleyball tours to the United Kingdom.
Athlete highlights on this tour often include exploring the famous sites of London, such as Big Ben, the Tower of London, and Kensington Palace, as well as competing against local teams in cities such as Leeds and Bridlington!
Travel on this team is by application only and is based on athlete's talent and character. If you would like to apply for this tour, you can complete the NBC Travel Team Application Packet below.
NBC TRAVEL TEAM APPLICATION
Is this camp a fit?
Right for athletes who love the game enough to work hard
- Best for
- High school aged athletes who love the game enough to work hard and want to take their game to the next level, both as an athlete and a leader.
- Training style
- Sightseeing opportunities to experience culture and promote international goodwill, mixed with competition against local club teams and participation in the Bridlington Beach Volleyball Festival.
- Level
- Tour athletes must be dedicated to their sport and ready to compete. This program is not meant for beginner athletes.
- What to bring
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If accepted onto a travel team, NBC Camps will provide a packing list for tour.
Dates & prices
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Camp details
What to expect
United Kingdom Volleyball Tour Information
Volleyball Travel Team to the United Kingdom
Dates: July 6-16 2027
Age Group: Athletes ages 14-18
Tour Cost: $4,800 for tuition (*Does not include airfare which is paid to NBC Camps in addition to tuition)
NBC TRAVEL TEAM APPLICATION PACKET
TRAVEL TEAM SELECTION
Every year NBC selects athletes who demonstrate exceptional skill and outstanding character to represent NBC Camps playing volleyball on an NBC Travel Team. Athletes that are nominated by their NBC coaches at a camp will be invited to apply for tour. High school coaches and club team coaches may also submit a nomination for an athlete based on ability and attitude. You must be 14 years or older by June 1, 2027 to participate in 2027 Travel Teams.
In order to apply, athletes must complete the Travel Team Application Packet which includes: Athlete Application form, 2 completed Confidential Reference forms, Parent/Guardian Recommendation form, and schedule/complete a phone interview with the NBC Travel Team Director. The $1,500 non-refundable deposit is due once an athlete is accepted onto an NBC Travel Team.
Please click and download the application below to get started!
Travel Team Application for Athletes
Please submit your application, or any questions you have to travelteams@nbccamps.com or call the NBC Camps Central Office at 800-406-3926
Show lessSee more camp detailsTOUR DETAILS
The tour begins with training camp which is held before the team leaves for the United Kingdom. Training camp is located near Seattle, WA and is required for all travel team athletes. Included in the cost for tour is all lodging, two meals per day, sightseeing, local guide/coordinator, ground transportation, uniforms, and a travel bag with journal. You will have the opportunity to meet peers from around the world and to grow as a person and athlete. This is a great opportunity to study history first hand and gain a global perspective while playing the sport you love.
NBC TRAVEL TEAMS MISSION
NBC Travel Teams have been sending out teams from our camps for over forty years, in over 20 countries. NBC Travel Teams aim to give athletes a transformative experience with good mentorship and friendships, new cultural experiences, and international competition. Travel teams strive to:
- Provide an environment for athletes to grow in life, faith, and leadership skills
- Improve athletic skills through a broad level of competition
- Promote international goodwill and perspective
Sample daily schedule
- 7:30 am Breakfast at hotel
- 8:00 am Team meeting to prepare for the day
- 8:30 am Leave hotel to walk through Hyde park and do daily team devotion and leadership training
- 11:00 am Visit Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guards
- 12:30pm Team lunch and more sightseeing in London (Big Ben and the London Eye)
- 4:00 pm Travel to the gym for evening game
- 5:00 pm Game against local club team
- 7:30pm Team dinner at Hard Rock Cafe
- 10:00 pm Return to hotel, check in with family, downtime and then lights out

Teams will experience playing volleyball and sightseeing in the beautiful United Kingdom. London is a must-see city and travel team members will be in the heart of this great place seeing some of the most iconic places such as Tower Bridge, Big Ben, St. Paul's and the London eye. Athlete's will also get to explore cities such as Manchester and Blackpool.
Camp reviews
4.59
Based on 17 family reviews
★★★★★ Amazing
This trip was the coolest thing I have ever done in my life and I hope I can do something like this again.
— Cecily N.
★★★★★ Learning Experience!
I learned so much on tour like to enjoy every moment, make relationships with new people, and to laugh with the people I am around. I am so grateful for this experience and the relationships and memories I made.
— Quinn B
Show fewer reviewsRead all 17 reviews★★★★★ Biggest Blessing!
Meeting these people on tour has been the biggest blessing. This trip has been enjoyable, the coaches were amazing and I enjoyed it all.
— Samantha R.
★★★★ Super Grateful
Overall a great experience and I am glad to have participated. I learned to appreciate opportunities your given, be responsible of year health wellness and gear, and to engage with others to learn from them and create strong bonds.
— Aaron S.
★★★★ Growth in Game Mindset
I learned how to grow in my game mindset and loved making connections and seeing sights.
— Amara D.
★★★★ Loved it!
I loved it so much I would do it again!
— Malia O.
★★★★★ Great Experience
I loved going to the Tower of London and learning all of the English history. I loved it all!
— Evelyn F.
★★★★★ Best time of my life
I loved seeing everything while sightseeing. There was some good competition and I loved the beach volleyball tournament. My coaches were very positive and nice. I had one of the best times of my life and I am so grateful for this amazing experience."
— Regan C.
★★★★★ Gained From Tour
I am grateful tour was so well planned. From Seattle to now (end of tour) I have gained so much from knowledge, skill, stamina, friends, experiences and souvenirs. Thank you so much!
— Callin G.
★★★★★ Fun and Memorable
It was so fun and I will remember this forever.
— Virginia R.
★★★★★ Impactful Experience
I learned a lot about who I want to be as an adult as far as being humble, open-minded, and healthy both mentally and physically. This trip and these coaches have impacted me in a way nothing else could have.
— Hailey H.
★★★★★ Excellent Sightseeing Opportunities
They allowed us to go to all the main attractions and ample time to get gifts.
— Hannah B.
★★★★ Amazing Coaches
Coaches were excellent. Very inspiring and very experienced.
— Madisen B.
★★★★★ Awesome
It was awesome! The experience was so great and I will never forget it. the best coaching I've ever had, so energized.
— Malesha S
★★★★ Great Team Members
To prepare for the tour I played volleyball 3 days a week for 2 hours. My blessing was meeting all these girls on my team.
— Carly L
★★★★ Everyone was Wonderful
I was really nervous about going on tour. The whole group was great, which included coaches, bus driver, my team and our guide.
— Kyndee S
★★★★ Positive Energy
My mom was a great support. The team had lots of postive energy doing something we all love, volleyball. The coaches were amazing support and gave great tips.
— Kally L
Questions
Camp questions & answers
Where is NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom?
The NBC UK Volleyball Travel Team will go to cities around the UK such as London, Leeds and Bridlington.
How much does NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom cost?
Tours are $4,800 USD for the 2027 season. If you are accepted to a team following the application and phone interview process, a $1,500 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your spot on the roster. The deposit will be applied toward the total tour tuition.
Team airfare is an additional cost, separate from tuition, and must be paid by January 15, 2027. Because athletes are minors traveling internationally without parents, NBC Camps will book all team flights through group airline reservations. Estimated airfare is $1,500–$2,300 per athlete. Exact costs will be announced in January and paid through the athlete’s NBC Camps account. Due to group booking restrictions, athletes must book through NBC Camps and cannot use airline miles or points.
Who is NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom for?
Athletes ages 14-18 years old that are serious about their sport and play on their high school or club team. This program is not for beginner athletes.
When does NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom run in 2027?
The UK Volleyball tour will be July 6- 16, 2027.
What camp programs does NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom offer?
This is an 11-day tour program where athletes sightsee and explore the United Kingdom, as well as compete against local club teams. Teams are lead by NBC Camps coaches and are made up of high school aged athletes from all over the US and Canada.
How do I register for NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom?
Athlete's must complete a travel team application and schedule a phone interview before they can be selected for a travel team. Once accepted on a team, athletes will select their session above and click "Add to Cart." A deposit secures your spot, with the balance due by May 1, 2027. After registration, additional forms will be required (health and release, uniform order form, etc), and NBC Camps will send more information about your team and helpful information such as a packing list.
What is included in the cost of tours?
The tuition for an NBC Travel Team includes: Training Camp, team transportation to the airport, all lodging and international transportation, 2 meals/day, sightseeing activities, a local guide, game/tournament fee’s, and an athlete gear pack which includes a uniform, sweats, a sweatshirt, t-shirts and NBC Travel Team leadership workbook.
Not included in tuition: team airfare (paid separately to NBC Camps) transportation to/from Seattle, WA for tour, passport application fees, UK ETA, travel insurance. NBC has lot’s of fundraising ideas, please email the director at travelteams@nbccamps.com for ideas and more information if finances are a concern for your athlete to participate on a travel team.
What is training camp?
Training camp takes place at the start of tour and is most often hosted at Black Diamond Camps in Auburn, WA. Training camp is an opportunity for the team to practice and prepare for their time playing together overseas. The team will be challenged through high ropes elements, group development activities, and around 4 practices during camp. Think summer camp meets NBC - campfires, high ropes course, team games, and volleyball. NBC staff and travel team coaches will provide travel safety training and leadership training as well. Training camp starts on the first day of the listed tour dates and is an intensive 2-3 day experience before the team departs for the trip!
Because athletes are from all over the U.S. and Canada, there are no tryouts or practices leading up to tour. Athletes should arrive in shape and ready to play at training camp so the team can be prepared to play together overseas.
Your coaches
Camp coaches
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Travel Team Director, Full-time Staff Breanna Lyons
For questions on this tour please contact Breanna at travelteams@nbccamps.com or 1-800-406-3926 ext. 135
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NBC Volleyball Travel Team Tour to the United Kingdom
/media/images/facilities/travel_teams_UK.jpgDirector Breanna Lyons, Travel Team Director, Full-time Staff
Camp phone 509-466-4690
Questions? 1-800-406-3926
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