Volleyball Australia is pleased to invite eligible athletes, coaches and medical classifiers to attend a series of National Development Opportunities at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) this April.
These initiatives will play a key role in the identification and selection process for the 2026 National Sitting Volleyball Team squads, while also strengthening Australia’s athlete, coach and classifier pathways.
The program includes four integrated opportunities:
National Development Camp I 23-25 April
A targeted development opportunity designed to support emerging Sitting Volleyball athletes and coaches, while identifying and preparing talent for future national squad pathways.
Participants will engage in high-performance training, skill refinement and tactical development within a national environment.
Arrival: Before 12:00pm, 23 April
Departure: After 5:00pm, 25 April (if not competing in the Championships)
National Sitting Volleyball Championships I 26-27 April
This event marks the launch of a new national competition, complementing the Australian Open Sitting Volleyball Championships held later in the year.
Teams will be formed from National Development Camp participants. Athletes and coaches unable to attend the camp may apply for team allocation.
All teams must meet classification requirements, including maintaining a minimum of four classifiable VS1 or VS2 athletes on court at all times.
Competition Times: 8:00am on 26 April to 5:00pm on 27 April
World ParaVolley Level 2 Coaching Course I 22-27 April
Delivered in partnership with World ParaVolley, this internationally accredited course is designed to further develop Australia’s Sitting Volleyball coaching workforce.
The program focuses on advanced technical and tactical knowledge, athlete management and alignment with global best practice in Para sport.
Places are strictly limited to 10 coaches – 6 AIS-funded positions and 4 unfunded positions.
Applicants must hold a current Volleyball Australia Level 2 State Coaching Accreditation.
Arrival: Evening 22 April
Departure: After 5:00pm, 27 April
World ParaVolley Level 1 Classifier Course I Online + 23-26 April (AIS)
Classifier Training will be delivered via a hybrid model, combining online learning with an in-person practical workshop at AIS.
Sitting Volleyball Classifiers are trained officials responsible for assessing eligible impairments and allocating athletes to appropriate sport classes in line with Volleyball Australia policies and World ParaVolley standards.
Flights, accommodation and meals will be covered for all successful applicants.
Online Session: 8:00pm-10:00pm, 26 March
In-Person Workshop (AIS): 23-26 April
Arrival: Evening 22 April
Departure: After 5:00pm, 26 April
Eligibility Requirements
Athletes – Must meet international classification standards for Sitting Volleyball.
Coaches – Must be a current Volleyball Australia Accredited Coach.
Medical Classifiers – Must hold current registration as a Medical Practitioner or Physiotherapist, with an understanding of basic Volleyball rules.
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Expressions of Interest for the 2026 VA Sitting Volleyball National Development Opportunities can be submitted here:
These opportunities represent an important step in strengthening Australia’s Sitting Volleyball pathway and building toward future international success.
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