JVA is the ONLY association that is 100% focused on junior volleyball and the needs of junior clubs.
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Our mission is to promote the growth of youth and junior volleyball through program and resource development, education and events. #BeJVAUnited
We are the leaders and forward thinkers in junior volleyball and we are a voice for junior clubs – your programs and your needs. Our number one goal is to help your club programs and events thrive. We unite club directors, coaches and educators to improve the junior volleyball experience.
Education
JVA offers numerous resources and continuing education to promote the growth of junior volleyball and help members run successful junior volleyball clubs. Club Directors and coaches can become JVA members to receive access to all of our educational resources.
Webinars – JVA members can enjoy free webinars on indoor and beach training, as well as running a business.
Templates – Downloadable templates to guide you in starting a club, running events, recruiting and more.
- Articles – The JVA is constantly releasing fresh content to help you successfully run your club programs.
Coach to Coach
JVA Coach to Coach Video of the Week Presented by NetLynx Sports features favorite drills from JVA volleyball members across the country.
The Latest JVA Member Resources
Coaching Mental Performance: No Such thing as a “Bad” Practice
It proves helpful to recognize the possibility of holding two competing truths at the same time: “I have done bad [...]
Business Solutions: The Responsibilities and Impact of a Technical Director
From the beginning, VC United has had a Technical Director overseeing each program in the club. View the responsibilities and [...]
Risk Management Solutions: Best Practices to Provide a Safe Place to Train Volleyball
Volleyball club directors and coaches are charged with having safe environments, facilities, and equipment for players, referees, employees, and spectators. [...]
Recent Posts
We’re frequently publishing articles to help club directors, coaches, parents and players in the junior volleyball community thrive.
Business Solutions: Improving Player Retention
Today’s youth volleyball landscape is extremely competitive at the club level. While participation in youth sports overall has been steadily declining in the US over the past 15 years, participation in high school volleyball, particularly among girls, has increased 15% since 2002. The number of girls participating at the club [...]
The Importance of Training and Onboarding in Youth Volleyball Clubs
In youth sports, particularly volleyball, the foundation of a successful club extends beyond athletic prowess to encompass the strength of its management and staff. Reflecting on the insights gained from the previous three articles, it's evident that robust training and onboarding programs are pivotal. My personal experience has further solidified [...]
An Official’s Impact: Helping Others Learn the Game We Love
"Officials love the game of volleyball. I have always viewed it as a way to help others learn the game that I love." As a young child, Rachel Kirk watched her mom play in adult volleyball leagues at the YMCA and begged her to sign her up for a team. [...]