We are taking expressions of interest for Summer Adult Squads for the 2025/26 season. The purpose of these Adult Squads is to offer structured training, and is aimed at players looking to represent CBVA at State and National level tournaments throughout the season. Martin A will be taking the men and women’s AAA squads. We’re pleased to announced our new coach, Fernando G, will be taking the AA squads. Fernando holds a physical education degree and certifications from Brazilian and Australian volleyball federations, and has over ten years of indoor and beach volleyball coaching experience. Martin will be on leave for 3 weeks in early October, and during this time, Fernando will be covering both AAA and AA sessions.Program details:Men & Women with AA & AAA squadsMaximum 6 participants per squadThe program will involve 2 facilitated sessions per week to be delivered across 2 terms:Term 1 – October 6th 2025 to December 19th (11 weeks)Term 2 – January 12th 2026 to April 10th 2026 (13 weeks)We may revise the composition of the squads between each term.The cost will be $30 per session.Payment is expected in full and upfront for each term. No refunds will be offered for change of mind or your personal unavailability.Classes will not be rescheduled if the class needs to be cancelled by the coach or CBVA (due to bad weather or other circumstances).Refunds will be offered for these classes that do not go ahead at the end of the program.Scheduling details:2 hours will be blocked out in our calendar, with sessions expected to run for approx. 1.5 hours, with 15min on either side for equipment set up / pack down, warming up / down.Men AAA – Monday & Thursday – 6:15-8:15amMen AA – Monday 5:30-7:30pm & Wednesday 6:15-8:15amWomen AAA – Tuesday 6:15-8:15am & Thursday 5:30-7:30pmWomen AA – Tuesday & Wednesday 5:30-7:30pmSelection details:Trial sessions will be held on Tuesday, September 30th for men (at 6:15am) and women (at 7:15 am). If you’re unable to attend, please leave a note in the EOI form below.Factors that will influence selection include:Skill level demonstrated during the trial as assessed by the coaches.Commitment shown to previous squad training (if applicable).Tournament participation and performance.Secondary criteria in the event of needing to choose between players of similar skill levels:Consistently demonstrates CBVA’s values.Contributes to the club culture in a positive way.Expressions of interest:https://forms.gle/8QQfgXYuPvPZCid37The EOI closes on Monday, September 29th at 5pm.If you have any questions, please send an email to coaching @ cbva.org.au.
