NAA Blog

News & Updates

Coaching insights, program announcements, and stories from our community in Regina.

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Programs Starting Soon — Fall 2026
CommunitySep 24

Keeping Kids Active Through a Regina Winter — A Realistic Guide

When it hits minus 30 in January, outdoor play is off the table. Here is how Regina families can keep their children moving through the Saskatchewan winter without losing their minds.

Training TipsSep 22

Volleyball Passing Fundamentals — Why Platform Angle Is Everything

If your child is swinging their arms at the ball, they are not passing — they are punching. Here is how we teach forearm platform control in our National Spike program and why it changes everything.

Youth DevelopmentSep 20

Multi-Sport vs. Single-Sport for Kids Under 12 — The Case for Sampling

Early specialisation in a single sport is a growing problem in Canadian youth athletics. Here is why we built NAA to encourage kids to try multiple programs — and what the research actually says.

AnnouncementsSep 18

Fall 2026 Registration Is Open — Here Is What to Know Before You Sign Up

Our October through December block is now registering. Four active programs, flexible payment plans, and a few things every new family should read before clicking Register.

Training TipsSep 17

5 Warm-Up Drills We Use at NAA That You Can Do at Home

Your child does not need a gymnasium to work on movement fundamentals. Here are five drills straight from our session plans that work in a backyard, garage, or living room.

ProgramsSep 16

How Our Basketball Program Is Different from Rec League — and Why That Matters

Rec league has its place. But if your child wants to actually improve their shooting form, footwork, and game IQ, here is what a structured development program does differently.

Gear & EquipmentSep 14

Indoor Court Shoes — What to Buy and What to Avoid for Youth Sports

Every season we see kids show up in running shoes, slides, or worse. Here is a no-nonsense gear guide from our coaching staff on what footwear actually works on a gymnasium floor.

ProgramsSep 13

The SHIELD Safety System Explained — What We Actually Teach Kids About Personal Safety

National Shield is not a fight club. Here is a plain-language breakdown of the SHIELD Safety System and how we teach kids to stay safe without teaching them to look for trouble.

Parent ResourcesSep 12

What Parents Should Actually Look for in a Youth Sports Program

Flashy websites and big promises are everywhere. Here is a practical checklist from our operations team for evaluating any youth sports organization — including ours.

CommunitySep 10

Why Badminton Has Become the Fastest-Growing Youth Sport in Regina

We used to get blank stares when we mentioned a badminton academy. Not anymore. Here is what changed in Saskatchewan and why our Smash program filled up in record time.

Ready to get your athlete on the court?

Fall 2026 registration is open for Basketball, Volleyball, Badminton, and National Shield. Flexible payment plans available.