Develop Positive Body Image on Teams
For young athletes, maintaining a positive body image is difficult at the best of times, but when a competitive team atmosphere is added into the mix, that positivity can become even harder.
You can make a difference in the life of an athlete.
Behind every great athlete is a coach or a mentor who supported and believed in them. Whether you’re a P.E. teacher, high school, club or college coach you are the glue that holds our athletes together. We have a wealth of resources to improve your teaching and expand your coaching skills, including articles, videos, drills and tools.
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Coach Education Program
The USA Volleyball Coach Education Program is in a period of transition, but IMPACT requirements are still in place. IMPACT is the minimum education requirement for coaching in a USAV junior program. It’s free for USAV members ($100 for nonmembers) and can be taken through USAV Academy.
USAVlearn
USAVlearn is a free online educational video series featuring videos on topics ranging from coaching to defensive schemes to officiating. Top volleyball coaches, including WNT head coach Karch Kiraly, and national team consultants share their knowledge to help you perform your best.
Coach Tools
Looking for inspiration? USA Volleyball has compiled drills, competition ideas, blogs, book ideas, webinars and more to help you on your coaching journey. Whether you are a new or veteran coach, these fun and educational ideas will help you improve your coaching IQ and build the basis for success.
Lesson Plans
Providing game-like, age-appropriate and fun lessons for young athletes is a great way to get them hooked on the sport. USA Volleyball has created lessons plans for all age levels, from elementary to high school.
Growing the Game
John Kessel’s Growing the Game blog, gleaned from years of experience as a coach and USA Volleyball’s director of sport development, offers a wealth of information on how to be a teacher on the court. Visit our Stories page for his articles.
Watch
Learn from others by checking out our video library, which features club and national team matches matches, inspiring stories, tips and skill videos. You will also find animated drills and advice from players and coaches.
Sun Safety
With the summer sunshine out in full force, it's important to take care of your skin while enjoying the warm weather. Here are tips about sunblock, how to pick the right block for you, and other ways to protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays.
Reducing Anxiety to Make Matchday as Good as Practice
Gameday anxiety is common among all athletes. It's important to help your team manage those worries. Here are a few tips to help your team treat matches like little more than practice.
The Path to Being a Pro Volleyball Player
Few athletes are going to beat the odds and make it to collegiate or professional volleyball. John Kessel's son is one of those few. Here are tips from John about raising a potential professional athlete.
Obstacles to the Transformation
Long-time CAP III-certified coach Dennis Belaire of the Lakeshore Region takes inspiration from the business world as he creates 14 points and seven deadly sins for volleyball coaching.