World ParaVolley are excited to launch a renewed call for applications from organisations interested in hosting official WPV workforce development courses under an updated host appointment procedure. These courses represent a vital step in building local and regional expertise while showcasing a commitment to inclusive sport. Hosting a WPV practical...
It has been a little bit over 100 days since Juergen Schrapp was elected as World ParaVolley President and a lot has been happening behind the scenes – so we thought we would update you on the work achieved since he took office and how he has taken to this...
Volleyball has the power to connect, empower, and uplift, no matter your ability. That belief now takes centre stage as World ParaVolley (WPV) and Let’s Keep The Ball Flying (LKTBF) join forces to bring sitting volleyball to communities across the globe. World ParaVolley are excited to partner with LKTBF, a...
ParaVolley thrives because of passionate individuals who go the extra mile. World ParaVolley’s ‘Movers & Shakers’ initiative celebrates these dedicated people who are making a real difference in the sport. Those profiled as Movers & Shakers come from all corners of the globe and represent the heart and soul of...
Following the launch of the sitting volleyball level 2 coaching course, the Coaches Commission are pleased to announce that the level 1 preceding course is also now open for ongoing applications by coaches around the world. Designed to enable flexibility, students can start and complete the e-learning part at any...
The Coaches Commission is excited to announce that applications are now open permanently for the sitting volleyball level 2 coaching course. Candidates can register to start the hybrid course at any time and then progress to the practical part when they are ready – offering flexibility, along with educational excellence...
2025 – 2028 Sitting Volleyball Rules now available! The World ParaVolley Board has approved the changes to the Rules and Guidelines for Sitting Volleyball for 2025 to 2028. The document below summarises the all the approved changes with new text and explanatory notes. These changes have immediate effect. Approved Sitting...
The 2025 World Abilitysport Beach Games, to be held from 18-25 October 2025 in Mersin, Türkiye will host the World Championships of the standing discipline of beach paravolley. The 2025 Beach ParaVolley World Championships have been awarded to the Local Organising Committee of the 2025 World Abilitysport Beach Games and...
World ParaVolley is pleased to announce that a host has been identified and approved for the 2025 Sitting Volleyball World Cup for Men and Women. Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Competition dates: 12 to 18 October 2025 Entry Forms and payment deadline: 1 July 2025 To assist the LOC’s planning,...
World ParaVolley Athletes’ Commission member Ivan Cosic has been re-elected to the World Anti-Doping Agency’s (WADA) Athlete Council Group 2i for 2025-2027. The election was held virtually via an online voting platform between 10-12 December 2024 and was available only to International Federation (IF) Athlete Commissions (ACs) that were registered and...
