ABOUT CBVA

SERVING OUR BEACH VOLLEYBALL COMMUNITY SINCE 2008

Coogee Beach Volleyball Association has more than 500 members from diverse cultural backgrounds. 

We are proud of the cultural mix in our association and how beach volleyball connects us all in a fun and social way. 

We are based at Sydney’s beautiful Coogee Beach, with 2 permanent courts and 3 additional portable nets at the northern end of the beach.

The association is affiliated to Volleyball NSW and Volleyball Australia.

OUR MISSION
  • Inclusive club culture that respects diversity, cross cultural awareness, accommodates all aspirations: FUN
  • Promote healthy and active lifestyles: FITNESS
    • • Nurture athletes to become champions: COMPETITION
  • Collective effort to grow volleyball in NSW and beyond: PLAY VOLLEYBALL
  • Promote awareness and reach of volleyball: DISCOVER BEACH VOLLEYBALL
  • Connect with Australia beach culture: COOGEE IS OUR HOME
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    OUR VISION
    CBVA aspires to be a recognised sports club that gives members every opportunity to enjoy beach volleyball and to help them achieve their maximum potential while championing the sport to the wider community.
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    OUR VALUES
  • MATESHIP: Encourage friendship, respect and honesty
  • FUN: Feeling good to part of the group, and enjoying games and social activities
  • HEALTH: Supporting a healthy and active lifestyle
  • PERFORMANCE: Continuous improvement of the volleyball skills of our members
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    We Are Social

    We play social games every day, all year long. We are open to whoever wants to join and partner with other members to play a few games and socialise. We also try to organise tournaments throughout the year, and offer coaching for all levels of players.

    CBVA was founded by a small group of friends in 2008 and has since become a well-run association with a very popular beach volleyball program for kids, as well as adult training classes and squad opportunities for members.

    CBVA board and subcommittees are run by volunteer members, who work together to ensure the smooth operation of the association.

    Court times & guidelines

    Summer (1 October – 31 March)

     
    Weekdays
    6am to 10am – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    10am to 5pm – Courts 1, 2 and 5
    5pm to 8pm – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    Saturdays
    6am to 9am – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    9am to 6pm – Courts 1, 2 and 5
    6pm to 8pm – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
    Sundays
    12pm to 5:30pm – Courts 1, 2 and 5
    5:30pm to 8pm – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
     

    Winter (1 April – 30 September)

     
    Everyday
    6am to 8pm – Courts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

    How to set up and pack down our nets

     
     

    2022 - 2023 Board Members

     

    President: Aline Siquera

    Vice President: Marco Viglietta

    Secretary: Robert Trzebski

    Treasurer: Blake Bentley

    Ordinary Member: Brett Turner



     

     

     

    CBVA History

    1994-2006

    There were a few groups of beachgoers that practised beach volley during the week at Coogee beach. From time to time beach inspectors confronted players to ask them to stop playing, as Randwick City Council required public liability insurance to be authorised to play. Marcos Molina organised the group known as “Friends of Coogee Beach Volleyball”.

    2006-2008

    After lots of altercations with the beach inspectors, a group of players composed by old-time players at Coogee Beach (Marcos Molina, Peppi Zagami, Alan Wilton and Robert Trzebski) and newbies (Marco Viglietta, Arnaud Motreff and Hernan Terrazzino) started the activities to establish Coogee Beach Volleyball Association, creating the first constitution, webpage and member list.

    2008

    Coogee Beach Volleyball Association (CBVA)is officially established and joins State Volleyball NSW to be covered by their public liability insurance. The first AGM was held on 24th May 2008.

    2013

    The original agreement with Randwick City Council allowed the Association to use only two courts, after many negotiations with Council a lease contract for the beach area was signed to officially allow the association to use five courts.

    2016

    After requesting permission to set up permanent posts since the inception of the Association, Randwick Council finally approved the request for 2 permanent posts. The association had less than 100 members.

    2017

    A request for storage was approved by Council at a Council meeting where 50 of our members assisted to support the petition.

    Since 2018

    The association continues to grow, reaching 300 members. CBVA also starts an official Junior Program and Squad Program.

    1994-2006: There were a few groups of beachgoers that practised beach volley during the week at Coogee beach. From time to time beach inspectors confronted players to ask them to stop playing, as Randwick City Council required public liability insurance to be authorised to play. Marcos Molina organised the group known as “Friends of Coogee Beach Volleyball”.

    2006-2008: After lots of altercations with the beach inspectors, a group of players composed by old-time players at Coogee Beach (Marcos Molina, Peppi Zagami, Alan Wilton and Robert Trzebski) and newbies (Marco Viglietta, Arnaud Motreff and Hernan Terrazzino) started the activities to establish Coogee Beach Volleyball Association, creating the first constitution, webpage and member list.

    2008: Coogee Beach Volleyball Association (CBVA)is officially established and joins State Volleyball NSW to be covered by their public liability insurance. The first AGM was held on 24th May 2008.

    2013:  The original agreement with Randwick City Council allowed the Association to use only two courts, after many negotiations with Council a lease contract for the beach area was signed to officially allow the association to use five courts.

    2016: After requesting permission to set up permanent posts since the inception of the Association, Randwick Council finally approved the request for 2 permanent posts. The association had less than 100 members.

    2017: A request for storage was approved by Council at a Council meeting where 50 of our members assisted to support the petition.

    Since 2018: The association continues to grow, reaching 300 members. CBVA also starts an official Junior Program and Squad Program.

    CBVA Presidents

    • 2008-2012: Marcos Molina
    • 2012-2015: Hernan Terrazzino
    • 2015-2017: Tony Saad
    • 2017-2019: Arnaud Motreff
    • 2019-2020: Anna Dahmen
    • 2020-2022: Robert Trzebski
    • 2022-2023: Aline Siqueira

    CBVA Life Members

    Life membership is the highest honour CBVA can bestow on an individual. It is awarded in recognition of those who have made an outstanding contribution and in doing so have made an extremely positive impact on our organisation:

    • 2017: Marcos Molina
    • 2019: Blake Bentley
    • 2021: Hernan Terrazzino
     

     

     

    FY 22-23 Financials

    FY 22 Reporting
    FY 23 Budget