Family · Purpose · Excellence

We are
One Ohana.

Everything begins with family. “Ohana” represents togetherness, selflessness, commitment to a shared purpose, and the pursuit of excellence.

What We Are About

Developing athletes—and future leaders

We stand for something greater than winning. One Ohana is committed to developing confident athletes, strong teammates, and young people prepared to lead with character.

Through volleyball, we teach sacrifice, hard work, accountability, enthusiasm, resilience, and thoughtful decision-making. We challenge athletes to move beyond self-imposed limits, compete with purpose, and become the best version of themselves.

We train hard and compete to win, but never at the expense of character, integrity, or respect.

“Meaningful accomplishments come through consistent action—not simply intention.”

Success is measured in the values we demonstrate every day, both on and off the court.

Our Standard

Be Pono

Be Pono means doing what is right—even when no one is watching. It guides how we train, compete, communicate, and represent our family.

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Do what is right

Choose integrity even when the decision is difficult.

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Value yourself

Carry confidence, responsibility, and self-respect.

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Be honest

Communicate openly and own your actions.

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Show resilience

Respond to challenges with courage and persistence.

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Live with balance

Honor sport, school, health, family, and community.

Build relationships

Pursue excellence in how you treat every person.

1989
Where the journey began

A lifetime of coaching

Peter’s coaching journey began in Hawaii in 1989, when he was invited to coach Hawaii Youth for Christ in a summer outdoor volleyball tournament. That experience sparked a lifelong passion for helping athletes grow.

After attending college in Colorado—where he assisted with the volleyball program and played university tennis—Peter returned to Honolulu in 1994. He coached tennis and volleyball at several schools and with Hawaii Volleyball Academy, while learning from respected Hawaii coaches Guy Enriques and Hansen Nuuhiwa.

In 1998, Peter moved to Oregon and coached with Emerald City Volleyball and the University of Oregon Men’s Club Volleyball Team.

Our Journey

Building a volleyball community

A need for accessible, high-quality training grew into decades of programs, teams, relationships, and opportunities across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

2000
Northwest Volleyball Academy founded
Created in the Wilsonville and Lake Oswego area to serve athletes of all levels with quality training and personal attention.
2002
Expanded into Southwest Washington
Programs grew across Portland and Vancouver, eventually supporting as many as 14 teams.
2003
Beach volleyball begins
NWVBA and later One Ohana offered beach opportunities throughout Southwest Washington.
2013
The Apex opens in Vancouver
NWVBA operated its own space and supported 12 teams through 2015.
2017
One Ohana training begins
Private and small-group training launched at Club Green Meadows after Peter returned from medical leave.
2020
One Ohana Performance Center opens
In the middle of the pandemic, a dedicated Vancouver home opened for safe private lessons and small-group training.
2021
Academy launches
A new development pathway created more opportunities for young athletes.
2022
Travel teams return
One Ohana launched its first two travel teams, both at the U18 level.
2023
Long-term commitment renewed
A facility lease extension reinforced One Ohana’s future in Southwest Washington.
TODAY
One connected volleyball family
Club, Academy, beach, lessons, camps, clinics, open gyms, and athlete development all live under one purpose.
Culture

How we treat people matters

Gossip and negative talk do not strengthen a team. We expect athletes, parents, coaches, staff, and affiliates to communicate with honesty and respect, allowing the quality of our work and the character of our people to speak for themselves.

Our Purpose

More than volleyball

  • Build confidence and resilience
  • Develop meaningful relationships
  • Teach accountability and thoughtful choices
  • Provide personalized, high-level training
  • Create a place where athletes feel supported and challenged
One Family

We are One Ohana. We Be Pono.

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