On behalf of the millions of people across the world who play ParaVolley, welcome. We are thrilled you have found your way to this page and hope that it provides you with everything you may need to get active – whether that be as a player, coach, referee, classifier or any other aspect of our sports.
DISCOVERING PARAVOLLEY
There are two main disciplines of ParaVolley – click on the images below to find out more:
Beach ParaVolley (Standing) Sitting Volleyball
Whilst the beach side is still emerging and growing into the force we know it can be, the sitting game has become on of the highlights of the Paralympic Games AND also a truly inclusive sport played by anyone and everyone around the world at club level.
People get involved in ParaVolley for a wide range of different reasons, including; social/community, health and fitness, competition opportunities, but mainly because it is a fun thing to be a part of…
WHERE TO START: VolleySLIDE
We’ve created a full introductory programme for Sitting Volleyball called VolleySLIDE – because there is no boring way to slide! Included are short e-learning courses, resources, videos and blogs all designed to help someone fully understand our sport. Click here to access this free material and develop your knowledge today!
WHERE TO PLAY
Finding somewhere suitable to play really depends on where you are… however by going through our zones and finding our member country contact details you’ll soon find something! Plus if there is not yet anything happening nearby, why not start it yourself!
BECOMING A COACH
Getting some activity started in your area could not be easier. Follow these 10 tips and you’ll be coaching in no time:
We’ve recently also updated our entire coaching pathway of courses and a 1:1 mentoring programme and some of the education we offer for coaches is completely free.
There is lots more information available here.
BECOMING A REFEREE
For more information on how to become a referee, please contact referees@worldparavolley.org
BECOMING A CLASSIFIER
Classifiers are those who assess physical impairment in athletes prior to international competition. More information about becoming one can be found here.
Still not found what you are looking for?
Please e-mail development@worldparavolley.org