ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

Unlock your full potential with the VBOP Academy Athlete Development Programme — where skill, mindset, and opportunity come together. Designed for motivated volleyball athletes across the Bay of Plenty, our programme delivers high-quality training focused on core fundamentals, advanced techniques, and competitive gameplay. Whether you're preparing for school, club, or national-level volleyball, you'll train alongside like-minded athletes, guided by experienced coaches who understand how to bring the best out of every player.


Train with purpose. Grow your potential. Dominate the court.

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ATHLETE Development programme

Development programme

Build Your Game. Grow Your Skills. Reach Your Potential.

The Volleyball Bay of Plenty Indoor Development Programme is designed to support athletes as they progress through their volleyball journey — from building strong foundations, developing competitive skills, and preparing for higher levels of performance.

With three progressive levels available — Foundation, Grow, and Perform — athletes can train in an environment suited to their current stage of development, with quality coaching, individual feedback, and clear pathways to continue improving.

  • Build confidence. Learn the game. Develop strong foundations.

    Ideal for: Year 7 & 8 athletes, and beginner Year 9 athletes who are keen to develop their skills and play competitive volleyball.

    The Foundation level is designed for athletes who are developing their understanding of volleyball and looking to build the skills needed to confidently participate in competitive environments.

    Athletes will focus on:

    • Developing core volleyball skills including passing, setting, serving, and attacking

    • Improving movement, coordination, and ball control

    • Understanding rotations, positioning, and game play

    • Building confidence and consistency

    • Developing a strong foundation for future growth

    This programme is the perfect starting point for athletes wanting to improve their skills and prepare for competitive volleyball.

  • Develop your skills. Challenge yourself. Prepare for the next step.

    Ideal for: Year 9 & 10 athletes currently playing on competitive junior teams who are looking to progress towards VBOP representative programmes.

    The Grow level is designed for athletes who have developed their basic skills and are ready to take their game further through more advanced technical and tactical development.

    Athletes will focus on:

    • Refining technical skills and increasing consistency

    • Developing stronger attacking, defensive, and transition skills

    • Improving game awareness and decision-making

    • Understanding team systems and tactics

    • Building the skills and confidence needed for representative volleyball

    This programme provides athletes with the challenge and coaching environment to continue progressing towards higher levels of competition.

  • Elevate your performance. Prepare for the next level.

    Ideal for: Year 10 & 11 competitive athletes looking to transition from junior to senior volleyball and pursue high-performance pathways.

    The Perform level will support athletes who are ready for a greater challenge and are aiming to progress towards VBOP high-performance programmes and future junior Volleyball New Zealand opportunities.

    Athletes will focus on:

    • Advanced technical and tactical development

    • Position-specific training

    • Competitive decision-making under pressure

    • Team systems and high-level gameplay

    • Preparing for the transition into senior volleyball environments

    • Developing the skills, mindset, and habits required for high performance

    This programme will provide a pathway for athletes wanting to take the next step in their volleyball journey.

INTENSIVE SKILLS Clinics

Coming Soon! VBOP Intensive Skills Clinics

Looking to take your game to the next level? Our Intensive Skills Clinics are designed to fast-track your development with focused, high-energy sessions that dive deep into core techniques and gameplay.

Perfect for players who want to sharpen specific skills, gain confidence, and push their performance further.

Programme currently in the works — stay tuned for updates and launch dates!

ATHLETE EDUCATION

At VBOP, we know that great athletes are built both on and off the court. That’s why we’re developing a brand-new Athlete Education programme to support our players with the tools they need to thrive — from mental skills and mindset, to fitness, recovery, nutrition, and overall wellbeing.

We're currently in the planning phase and looking for passionate partners to help us deliver this exciting new initiative.

Are you a coach, specialist, or organisation keen to be involved?

Get in touch by completing the help form below — we’d love to hear from you and explore how we can work together to support our athletes.

HOLIDAY CAMPS

Looking for something fun, active, and rewarding to do over the school holidays? VBOP Academy Holiday Camps are the perfect way for young athletes to build skills, make friends, and enjoy the game of volleyball in a high-energy, supportive environment.

Whether you're trying volleyball for the first time or looking to sharpen your game, our camps cater to all levels with expert coaching, great facilities, and loads of on-court action.

Our camps are all about development, fun, and creating a positive sports experience that keeps players coming back.

Our camps run regularly during all school holidays

Keen to help?

As the VBOP Academy continues to grow, we’re on the lookout for awesome people to help us deliver a strong line-up of programmes for our athletes.

Keen to get involved or want to learn more? Just send us a quick message — we’d love to chat and see how you can be part of it!