We believe coaches are the backbone of the sport, fostering an environment where players can learn, develop, and continue to enjoy the sport.
We believe coaches are the backbone of the sport, fostering an environment where players can learn, develop, and continue to enjoy the sport. A coach's impact on player experience contributes significantly to the growth of Volleyball for Life.
The OVA provides opportunities for coaching certification, education and continued learning in both indoor and beach volleyball.
Smashball Coach
Smashball is a fun and engaging way to introduce volleyball to kids aged 6 to 12. The Smashball Coach Workshop is designed for coaches working in the club environment and community centres
Development Coach
The Development Coach program is the principal entry point for most coaches in the volleyball NCCP system. The program has four distinct steps required for certification. The Advanced Development coaching program is designed for coaches working with athletes in the Learn to Compete LTAD stage. The course expands on knowledge and skills learned in the Development Coach context and applies advanced training methods
Advanced Development Coach - Indoor
The Advanced Development coaching program is designed for coaches working with athletes in the Learn to Compete LTAD stage. The course expands on knowledge and skills learned in the Development Coach context and applies advanced training methods
Advanced Development Coach - Beach
The Advanced Development Coach program is designed for coaches working with athletes in the Learn to Compete LTAD stage or 17-18 age category. The course expands on knowledge and skills learned in the Development Coach context and applies advanced training methods.
Performance Coach
The Performance Coach program is designed for coaches working with athletes in the Train to Compete stage and most often the 18-22 age group. The workshop is also recommended for Advanced Development Certified coaches seeking additional coach education in the area of Performance Analysis.
Advanced Performance Coach
The Advanced Coaching Diploma (ACD) is the pinnacle of a coaches’ education in the National Coaching Certification Program. ACD coaches are recognized as being among the most qualified coaches and leaders of athletes and sport programs provincially, nationally and internationally.
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