The second session in the much-anticipated Five Weeks, Five Experts webinar series this July has been announced – a month-long educational journey designed specifically for coaches of sitting volleyball, but open to anyone passionate about driving the game to the next level.
Second Webinar: “Coaching to Different Disabilities”
Date: Thursday, July 10
Time: 20:00 UTC
Speaker:
Ivan Cosic – Croatian Sitting Volleyball Athlete, WADA Athlete Council Member and Athlete Representative on various groups and forums
Hosting Platform: e-ParaVolley
Coaches, trainers, and sports enthusiasts are invited to attend an insightful and practical webinar dedicated to advancing inclusive coaching in sitting volleyball. The session will be tailored for coaches at all levels seeking to enhance their approach to working with athletes with disabilities across the globe.
Key speaker is Ivan Cosic, an elite Croatian sitting volleyball athlete and respected representative of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). With a decorated playing career and a deep commitment to equity in sport, Cosic brings a unique blend of personal experience and global perspective to the conversation. His insights will offer attendees a rare opportunity to learn from someone who not only lives the sport at the highest level but also advocates for clean and inclusive competition worldwide.
Key themes of the webinar include:
- Understanding how different impairments affect movement, technique communication, and strategy
- Strategies for adapting training sessions to support a range of physical needs
- Building inclusive team cultures that value every athlete’s contribution
- Real-world examples and challenges from performance teams
- Opportunities to connect with a community of coaches committed to inclusive athlete development
Participants will leave with concrete tools and ideas for fostering both inclusion and excellence, plus ongoing access to a growing network of coaches sharing resources and strategies.
Whether you’re new to sitting volleyball or a seasoned coach looking to refine your inclusive coaching methods, this session promises to deliver valuable takeaways that will elevate your coaching and empower your athletes.
Whether you’re working with national teams, coaching at the grassroots level, or simply passionate about the game, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable ideas for coaching athletes with a range of disabilities or impairments.
About the Series
The Five Weeks, Five Experts webinar series is a new WPV Coaches Commission initiative, bringing together world-class speakers to share cutting-edge knowledge aligned with WPV’s educational principles. Hosted by commentator Dave Rogers, each session features a compact, high-value format: a 25–30 minute presentation followed by a dynamic Q&A.
How to Join
All participants must register via the e-ParaVolley platform. WPV Level 1 & 2 qualified coaches, as well as those who’ve completed a Part A of one of the new WPV coaching courses, get free access to all live sessions. Others can join for a small fee and participate fully in the Q&A. Optional certificates are also available after completing a short knowledge check as well. Register today at e-ParaVolley and be part of the movement.
