Another World ParaVolley Level 2 Coaching Course concluded in Canberra last week, bringing together a diverse and motivated group of coaches for an intensive week of learning and development. Organised by Volleyball Australia, the internal (not publicly advertised) course featured nine candidates representing three different nationalities, highlighting both the growing...
This section provides access to key World ParaVolley referee resources and official documents to support consistent, high-quality officiating across all competitions. These materials include guidelines, rules interpretations, protocols, and ethical standards designed to assist referees, officials, and stakeholders in maintaining excellence, integrity, and safety in ParaVolley worldwide. 1. 2026 WPV...
The World ParaVolley member nations have voted in an Extraordinary General Assembly convened on 27 March 2026 to maintain the current suspension on the participation of Russia in relation to competitions organised, recognised, or sanctioned by World ParaVolley (and its Zones). The suspension will remain under review.
World ParaVolley is pleased to confirm the official pools and competition format for both the Men’s and Women’s tournaments at the 2026 WPV Sitting Volleyball World Championships, taking place in Hangzhou, China, from 10–17 July 2026. A total of 16 teams per gender will compete in the world’s premier sitting volleyball event,...
At the first-ever ParaVolley Europe Convention “Activation Through Coaching” in Sarajevo, one of the key focuses was sharing practical knowledge that can help grow sitting volleyball across emerging and established nations alike. Among the expert presenters was Robin de Haan (Netherlands), an experienced sitting volleyball player, coach, and mentor who...
The inaugural ParaVolley Europe (PVE) Convention “Activation Through Coaching,” held 20–22 February 2026 in Sarajevo, marked a major milestone in the development of sitting volleyball, bringing together 60 participants from 25 countries, including 9 new and prospective member nations. Organised by ParaVolley Europe with the support of World ParaVolley, the...
From 20–22 February 2026, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, will welcome coaches, leaders, and development experts from across Europe for the first-ever ParaVolley Europe Convention, “Activation Through Coaching.” Supported by World ParaVolley, the event marks a major milestone in the sport’s global development. Bringing together participants from established and emerging programmes,...
It is with great sadness and shock that World ParaVolley received the news of the passing of Charmaine Hooper, World Abilitysport Chief Executive Officer and Executive Board member of APSO, the Association of Paralympic Sports Organisations. Charmaine passed away suddenly in the early hours of Friday, 6 February. Charmaine worked...
Sitting Volleyball Road to Los Angeles 2028 We are excited to announce the official qualification pathway for Sitting Volleyball at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. Teams from around the world will have the opportunity to secure their place through a series of regional and world championships, culminating in final...
Myanmar closed the men’s sitting volleyball competition at the ASEAN Para Games Thailand 2025 with a straight-sets victory over Indonesia on Sunday, securing the gold medal as the medal matches concluded in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. The gold medal match capped a tightly contested tournament in which Myanmar and Indonesia emerged...
