Paralympic volleyball is divided into two major disciplines. Sitting volleyball is governed by the same rules as traditional volleyball based on fivb. When athletes first start playing the game, the two areas. Sitting volleyball is an adaptive version of the standing game but in our gym everyone is welcome to play. The attack lines are drawn 2 m from the axis of the centre line. But, the rules of sitting volleyball permit blocking of the serve. Sitting volleyball competition and rules athletics for all. Sitting volleyball was introduced at the following games in arnhem, netherlands. It requires a smaller court 10m x 6m and a lower net 1. A serve that results directly in a point, usually when the ball hits the floor untouched on the receiving teams side of the court.
Apr 15, 2016 sitting volleyball was introduced to the world at the arnhem 1980 paralympic games. Timed to 10 minutes or the first to 11 points which ever is shorter. Modifications to gym space are acceptable for local play, as long. Sitting volleyball guidelines sitting volleyball is team sport that can be played by all individuals and skill levels. The court dimensions are 6 m wide by 5 m deep on either side of the net. Chapter 3 competition rules pdf competition regulations, coed 4s rules, protests, uniforms, net height, play structure, match protocol, coaching chapter 4 team and player eligibility pdf. In fact, by eliminating jumping, which can be adversely affected by disability or age, sitting volleyball puts all players on an equal playing field and brings disabled and. Sitting volleyball sometimes known as paralympic volleyball is a form of volleyball for disabled athletes. Sitting volleyball first appeared on the paralympic programme at the arnhem 1980 paralympic games. A mvp award will be given to the best overall player of the. World paravolley official sitting volleyball rules june 2017 page 8. It is similar to olympic volleyball, with the same rules and scoring system. The court is 10 x 6 meters with a twometer attack line.
Serving is another sitting volleyball skill that must be taught to students. Standing volleyball became a paralympic sport in 1976 it was removed in 2000 as it did not have required number of countriesterritories widely and regularly practicing the sport. How to play sitting volleyball brought to you by holiday inn. Like other adaptive sports, sitting volleyball can also be played with ablebodied players who follow the sitting volleyball rules. World paravolley official sitting volleyball rules june 20 page 8 volleyball is however, unique amongst net games in insisting that the ball is in constant flight a flying ball and by allowing each team a degree of internal passing before the ball must be returned to the opponents. Points are made on every serve for wining team of rally rallypoint scoring. Homework task what can you tell your family about sitting. The object of the game is the same as standing volleyball hit the ball over the net and land it in the opposing teams half of the court.
The court size and height of the net are modified for sitting volleyball. Each team must have six players on court, including a. What you need suitable indoor or outdoor playing area net or rope with ribbons beach ball, light plastic ball or lightweight volleyball. Sitting volleyball guidelines for screen reader friendly pdf version. This is a brief overview of the sport and is in no way legally binding. In the mens sitting event, bosnia and herzegovina are the defending champions. It is a different and fun way to experience the game of volleyball. The 2014 warrior games is not a qualifying event for the paralympic games or any other u. Most programs use a normal net that is 1m wide and 10m long, attached to the standards of a. Sitting volleyball is an adapted sport where the game of volleyball is played on a smaller court with a lower net and all players must sit on the floor. In their nonserving hand, students should raise the ball to shoulder height with their arm in front of their body and toss the ball gently 12 feet above their head.
Sitting volleyball is governed by the same set of rules as the ablebodied game with a few differences. Rules of the game sitting volleyball casebook paravolley pan. World paravolley official sitting volleyball rules june 2017 page 8 volleyball is however, unique amongst net games in insisting that the ball is in constant flight a flying ball and by allowing each team a degree of internal passing before the ball must be returned to the opponents. The sport of sitting volleyball has grown considerably, alongside the paralympic movement, in recent years and now presents one of the most exciting and interactive sports in the paralympic games, attracting public attention from all corners of the world. Tournament will be a round robin finished with bracketing to determine one winning team for each division. At club level, the game offers both disabled and nondisabled players the opportunity to compete both with and against each other. Volleyball canada sitting volleyball drills prepared by. World paravolley official sitting volleyball rules june 2017 page 1. Most of the rules are the same as the standing game, but the main exceptions are.
We also provide answers to the most asked questions in the volleyball faq guide. Bosnia and herzegovina and iran were the finalists in 2000, 2004, 2008 and 2012, with iran winning in 2000 and 2008 and. The sitting game is easily incorporated into a physical education program if a court andor space is available. It requires a smaller court 10m x 6m and a lower net, and the game is considerably faster than standing. Sitting volleyball teams consist of two teams of 6 oncourt players. Beach ball, light plastic ball or lightweight volleyball. Wovd sitting volleyball official rules book 2020 pdf download. Only a well organised and complex teaching plan is truly effective for introducing sitting or standing. Sitting volleyball has grown to be one of the more popular paralympic sports due to the fast and exciting action.
This casebook is a collection of plays with official rulings approved by both the world paravolley. At triangle you will see people of all ages, genders and physical abilities on the court playing individuals withwithout physical disabilities. The sitting game can provide a way to teach the fundamental skills of volleyball along with creating an inclusive activity for students with and without disabilities to participate in together. Volleyball can be played on a variety of playing surfaces. Players are allowed to block serves, but one buttock must be in contact with the floor whenever they make contact with the ball. What to do divide into 2 teams of 6 players or a suitable number.
That is a different ruling than in the standard regulations of volleyball games. Like many adaptive sports, sitting volleyball can be played with ablebodied friends and relatives who follow the sitting volleyball rules. You could think about the rules or equipment, for example. Basic volleyball rules and terminology the art of coaching. You will find a concise list of keywords and phrases in the volleyball terminology az section. The attack lines are drawn 3 m from the axis of the centre line. Modifications to gym space are acceptable for local play, as long as both courts are equal in size.
Trophies will be awarded to the top finishing team. Divide into 2 teams of 6 players or a suitable number. Only a well organised and complex teaching plan is. Description this drill is to train athletes movement patterns in multiple directions and to play the ball after making those preparatory movements. Volleyball is a popular recreational or competitive sport enjoyed by many people of all ages and skill levels. Sitting volleyball rules the court size and height of the net are modified for sitting volleyball. Sitting volleyball is a sport for disabled persons, which was developed in the netherlands in 1950s. Sitting volleyball sports ability sitting volleyball. In standing volleyball, a wide array of disabilities must be present on the court to help equalize the level of play. Concepts for the instructors who will be responsible for the introduction of sitting volleyball to beginners is carried out on the foundation course. Sitting volleyball rules uk sit down and seated rules.
Thatyearsitting volleyball became an official event for the firsttimeat paralympicgamesin arnhem, the netherlands 6, 7. Volleyball allows all players to operate both at the net in attack and. Elliot blake, sitting volleyball coordinator 100 n. Service rotation taking turns to serve attack defence. Sitting volleyball school teachers and coaches may find it easier to study the key elements in the pdf rules book. Who can participate in sitting volleyball at the paralympics. Official volleyball rules 20172020 7 game characteristics volleyball is a sport played by two teams on a playing court divided by a net. Paralympics or international paralympic committee sanctioned event. Touching the opponents court beyond the centerline with a. Most programs use a normal net that is 1m wide and 10m long, attached to the standards of a 9 x 18m court. Awards will also be given for the best hitter, best setter, and best liberodefense.
World paravolley official sitting volleyball rulesjune 20 page 8 volleyball is however, unique amongst net games in insisting that the ball is in constant flight a flying ball and by allowing each team a degree of internal passing before the ball must be returned to the opponents. For example, how might you include a classmate who is visually impaired. Sitting volleyball is very similar to standing volleyball as the object of the game is the same. Volley slide paravolley sitting volleyball the sport of sitting volleyball has grown considerably, alongside the paralympic movement, in recent years and now presents one of the most exciting and interactive sports in the paralympic games, attracting public attention from all corners of the world. Players will be required to wear numbers on the back of their uniform to track serving order and substitutions. By successfully grounding the ball on the opponents playing court. The rules are the same as the original form of volleyball with the exceptions that players must have at least one buttock in contact with the floor whenever they make. Sitting volleyball is played on a 10 x 6 metre court. Although relatively new in canada, sitting volleyball has been played. The sitting volleyball rules are based on the fivb rules for ablebodied volleyball, with a few minor modifications. Referee commission and the sitting volleyball rules of the. A player who attempts to hit a ball offensively with the purpose of terminating play. If you had a classmate with an impairment, how could you make the game or activity more inclusive.
The rules are structured to allow all of these qualities. Volleyball at the 2016 summer paralympics wikipedia. Sitting volleyball national programs for the physically challenged, contact. The sport that today is called seated volleyball it was not always as it is now and a half that was the evolution of another paralympic sport that existed, which was called sitzball. Sitting volleyball y56 page 2 of 2 about the competition competition format group matches. Sitting volleyball is a paralympic sport that was created with the purpose of helping people with some motor deficiency to be able to practice a sport and also to help in their social and psychological integration, as the great majority of paralympic sports were. Sitting volleyball requires players to maintain contact between their buttocks and the floor at all times when making a play. Each team must have six players on court, including a libero defensive specialist, who will wear a different colored shirt to the rest of the team, although five reserves are allowed.
Bill hamiter, high performance director, sitting program head coach womens national sitting team. Holiday inn are the official hotel provider for the olympic and paralympic games. Paul albright, 708 planters row, lilburn, ga 30047. Sitting volleyball was introduced to the world at the arnhem 1980 paralympic games. The court is 10 x 6 meters with a 2meter attack line. Physical fitness profiles of sitting volleyball players of. There are different versions available for specific circumstances in order to offer the versatility of the game to everyone. In all cases the sport specific classification rules will take precedence. Teach students to pull back their hitting arm as if they were going to draw back a bow and arrow.