Athletic Teams

For more than 40 years, the Variety Village Athletic Club (VVAC) has been creating opportunities for athletes of all ages and abilities to learn, grow, and compete. Since 1982, our integrated sports teams have supported athletes on their journey from learning fundamental skills to competing at the provincial, national, and international levels.

At VVAC, success is measured in many ways. Whether you're trying a sport for the first time, competing for fun, or pursuing high performance goals, you'll find expert coaching, inclusive programming, and a community that celebrates every achievement. Along the way, athletes build confidence, develop lifelong friendships, strengthen physical literacy and discover what they're capable of.

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Explore Our Athletic Teams

Baseball Team

Develop your skills, build confidence, and experience the excitement of baseball in an inclusive and supportive environment. As a Jays Care Community Partner, Variety Village's adaptive baseball program welcomes children, youth, and adults with disabilities to learn, play, and compete while building friendships and a lifelong love of the game.

Athlete Pathways: Pre-Competitive
League: Jays Care Community Partner - Disability-Centered Programming
Head Coach: Melanie Barber

Learn More About Our Baseball Team

Interested in Joining Our Team?
Melanie Barber
Coordinator, Athletic Club & Sports Programs
(416) 699-7167 ext 248
programs@varietyontario.ca

VOLT Hockey athletes compete during a game on an indoor court.
Swimmers hold onto the pool wall between races during a swim meet.
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A Sport Pathway That Grows With Every Athlete

At Variety Village, our inclusive sport programs are designed to grow with each athlete. Guided by the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model, athletes progress through age- and developmentally-appropriate programs that build physical literacy, confidence, and sport-specific skills.

Whether an athlete is just getting started, participating recreationally, or pursuing competitive sport, our clear pathway supports every stage of their journey. With opportunities to transition between program levels, competitive teams, leadership, coaching, and volunteering, athletes of all abilities can continue to learn, grow, and achieve their personal goals in an inclusive and accessible environment.

Children in Motion
MultiSport
Pre-Competitive
Competitive
High Performance
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Support Our Teams

Every athlete deserves the opportunity to train, compete, and discover what they’re capable of. Your support helps remove financial barriers by funding specialized equipment, coaching, competition fees, travel, and athlete development across all Variety Village Athletic Club teams.

Together, we can help athletes of all abilities build confidence, achieve personal bests, and pursue their goals both on and off the field of play.

Donate Today

Interested in Joining? Contact Us!

Melanie Barber
Coordinator, Athletic Club & Sports Programs
Variety – the Children’s Charity of Ontario & Variety Village
(416) 699-7167 extension 248
programs@varietyontario.ca