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 proud to announce the successful start of a landmark dual Level 1 coaching course in the Solomon Islands, combining both Sitting Volleyball and Beach ParaVolley (standing) for the very first time. Taking place in Honiara in partnership with the Solomon Islands National Paralympic Committee (SINPC), the course brings together 8...
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...
ParaVolley Coaches around the globe now have a new way to stay informed and connected. World ParaVolley has officially launched dedicated WhatsApp groups designed specifically for coaches that are language specific. The newly established groups will provide timely updates from World ParaVolley and its Zonal Associations on key coaching matters,...
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,...
World ParaVolley is proud to announce that the first-ever Beach ParaVolley Level 1 Coaching Course pilot practical will be delivered in the Solomon Islands immediately following the Level 1 Sitting Volleyball coaching course in late March 2026. This landmark pilot represents a major step forward in the global development of...
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...
