SITTING VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball for All
The Dino Women's Volleyball Club is proud to offer Alberta's first sitting volleyball program designed to introduce participants to the sport in an inclusive and supportive environment. Hosted at the Dinos Volleyball Academy, home to the Canadian Men's Sitting Volleyball Program, the accessible facility offers two sitting volleyball courts with dedicated equipment.
Everyone can play sitting volleyball recreationally. This program is open to participants of all abilities, ages, genders, and playing experiences, and is funded by Volleyball Canada’s Rise & Rally Grant from the Government of Canada’s Community Sport for All Initiative (CSAI).
Program Details:
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Program Fee: $0 (Free for all)
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Program Dates: Begins Tuesday, September 8, 2026 and ends Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (8 x 1.5hr sessions)
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Days & Times: Tuesdays, 5:30pm-7:00pm
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Location: Volleyball Academy, 5423 61 Ave SE, Unit #150, Calgary, AB
What to Expect:
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Sitting volleyball is an adapted version of volleyball played from the floor. The sport is fast-paced and involves moving across the court using your arm(s) and leg(s) while remaining seated on the ground.
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Participants will be introduced to the basic fundamental skills of sitting volleyball and game play
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To see sitting volleyball in action or to learn more about sitting volleyball (both recreationally and internationally), visit the Canadian Paralympic Website: click HERE
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The program will be run by members of the Canadian Men's & Women's Sitting Volleyball Team and Dinos Club coaches in a group setting.
**If you have questions about participation or accommodations prior to registering, we’d love to connect.
Email Reid Brodie: dinosdirector@gmail.com
What to Bring/Wear:
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Water bottle and a snack
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Indoor shoes (no black soled shoes)
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Participants will want to slide on the floor so pants/leggings or shorts with compression tights are helpful.
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Socks to cover ankles and knee pads are encouraged.
Looking Ahead:
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This program will be offered year round with sessions being offered through winter/spring in 2027
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Plans to organize a sitting volleyball league in 2027 for club athletes is being considered
