FIVB INTERNATIONAL VOLLEYBALL AT SCHOOL SYMPOSIUM

1. FIVB INTERNATIONAL VOLLEYBALL AT SCHOOL SYMPOSIUM Saskatchewan, Canada June 23 - 27 2007

2. CONTENTS BACKGROUND ROLE OF GOVERNMENT ROLE OF FEDERATION ROLL-OUT PLAN SAMPLE VIDEO OF MINI-VOLLEYBALL

3. S.A. MAP WITH 9 PROVINCES

4. BACKGROUND Game has always received support from Government - particularly national Federation initiated the process in 1999 - Operation Bana Metshamekong (Children at Play) Training done by VSA development coaches; also Jose Quintana (Cuba) later El Wassimy (Egypt) Federation has provided over 300 adjustable portable poles with balls across the country as a support initiative Have developed training manuals which are accredited by countries’ (Sector Education and Training Authority - SETA) Programme is being implemented through the Provincial affiliates

5. ROLE OF GOVERNMENT Have identified volleyball as one of the 8 priority codes in the country supported with: Funding the appointment of national and provincial coordinators training of coaches, technical officials and managers equipment and stationery traveling, accommodation and catering festivals and competitions Are acting as the main drivers in ensuring successful implementation of the programme Are supporting the process of ensuring that the 8 codes will have their curriculum being integrated in the countries Education system by end of 2007.

6. ROLE OF FEDERATION Identification and training of suitable candidates to implement training programmes Providing technical support and guidance with on programme implementation e.g.: Select identified talented learners from the intra school programme to represent the school Coordinate inter school league programmes / fixtures Intensify coaching programmes for talented learners coming through the system Empower learners to understand the rules of the sport codes and the key skills for playing the sport Coordinate regular coaching clinics Recruit the learners into the programme and commence the physical code training programme Managing talent identification processes and pathway of athletes Using mass participation and Creating participation and competition opportunities

7. ROLL-OUT PLAN Training and development in different areas (ongoing) - starting February Individual School based competition (bi-weekly) - starting February to July Inter-school competition May - August Festivals (provincial) March, July and September Higher level coaching programme July and November Tracking and placement of talented athletes March, July and September

8. SUPPORT SYSTEMS Available human capital: Full time International coach Operational full time office 30 FIVB Level 1 coaches 20 FIVB Level 2 coaches Over 250 VSA accredited coaches

9. CHALLENGES The sport is played mainly outdoor We target using grass and sand (for health reasons) though most of the areas have loose hard gravel Correct equipment (durable and suitable to environment) Ratio of available equipment in relation to people (need for suitable equipment) Weather - have long rainy season Development of coaches at a right time and ensuring re- learning of skills Geographic distances – transport added cost for participation

10. COACHING METHODOLOGY Step 1 AIM To provide an enjoyable environment so that beginners, children, young and adults can gain satisfaction learning the skills of the game, and playing modified volleyball as well as age grade and senior volleyball. Step 2 OUTCOME GOALS To apply the principles of volleyball as stated in the playing charter, so that helpers, teachers and coaches have overview knowledge of the game. Step 3 PERFORMANCE GOALS To apply key factor analysis to the core skills of the game, emphasizing safety, so that coaches are able to conduct appropriate and enjoyable volleyball activities.

11. ACHIEVEMENT STRATEGIES Get the children to understand the basic philosophy of the game Encourage learning through fun activities Individual core skills and safety in contact Practice: planning, conducting, skill development Risk management and ethics Outline specific role of the Coach

12. THEORY AND PRACTICAL SESSIONS THEORY To cover important historical background depending on age To serve as link with practical Has to be short considering concentration vs. energy levels PRACTICAL Get them involved Get them active (avoid creating spectators) include elements of game characteristics, playing area and dimensions Encourage maximum contact with the ball (familiarity) Activities to include movement

13. COACHING SKILLS Very important Perfect coaching skills are important tools to ensure high quality in Coach Centered and Coach Initiated types of drills. A strong fact for the young players to acquire the VB skills in a faster process Coaching skills for Coach Centered Drills - Rolling - Bouncing - Tossing - Throwing - Hitting (spike, lob, tip) - Serving - Blocking (standing on a platform) Coaching skills for Coach Initiated Drills - Throwing - Bouncing - Hitting - Serving

14. CRITICAL COACHING PRINCIPLES Ensure objective of drill Accurate command of ball Perfect timing Observation of active player Provide feedback (critics, corrections, hints) Adapt to players capabilities Create methodical approach Control flow, rhythm and intensity Ensure high quality

15. COMPONENTS OF TEACHING TECHNIQUE Verbal explanation Show Picture / video Demonstration – part by part Demonstration – as a whole Implementation Correct technique > maximum fun; reinforces learning Incorrect technique > unlearning at later stage; injuries

16. ELEMENTS FOR BIGINNERS/LEARNERS AND CHILDREN Before Training Beginner’s volleyball Coach should ensure: Study the environment around players Check the health of each player with medical examinations Evaluate the physical performances of each player Study player’s mental attitudes and characteristics in keeping good human relations. Know technical levels concerning fundamental individual playing patterns.

17. VOLLEYBALL TRAINING SCHEDULE PROCESS Play with ball by one Play with ball by two players Underhand and single hand ball handling by one player Underhand pass moving many directions and fundamental posture for back court players Underhand service and its service receptions Catching, throwing and passing games with underhand service (1vs1, 2vs2, 3vs3…) Overhand pass moving many directions Overhand pass games (1vs1, 2vs2, 3vs3, …)

18. TRAINING PROGRESSION 1 5 min A 15 min B C I 40 min C II 45 min D 15 min A. Introduction (simple and short according to the contents.) B. Warming up (Easy going and individually) CI. 1st part of the main part (teaching underhand pass/ overhand pass) CII. 2nd part of the main part (ball control using the mentioned two skills and executing the ball handling in a slow rhythm of a moderated aerobic level for 20 min and ending with playing 20 min. 2x2 or 3x3. D. Cooling down giving feed back about the individual performances build up Motivation for next unit.

19. TRAINING PROGRESSION II 5 min A + B 12 min C I 10 min C II 10 min C III 3 min D

20. VARIOUS ACTIVITIES Some of the activities carried out in the programmes…