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Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT 3 PROGRAM GOALS 4 PROGRAM STRUCTURE 5 PROGRAM HISTORY 6 NOTABABLE ALUMNI 7 PROGRAM COACHES AND SPECIALIST SERVICE PROVIDERS 10 AVA Coaches (AIS, Canberra) 10 AVA Specalist Service Providers (AIS, Canberra) 11 AVA Management Staff 12 TRAINING + COMPETITION SCHEDULE 13 Annual Schedule 13 Weekly Schedule 14 CURRICULUM - WHAT ATHLETES WILL LEARN 15 1st Year of Program 15 2nd Year of Program 17 ACCOMODATION OPTIONS 19 Homestay 19 University of Canberra 19 Private Rental and Share Accomodation 19 SCHOOL & STUDY OPTIONS 20 School Options 20 Lake Ginninderra College 20 Dickson College 20 Radford College 21 Brindabella Christian College 21 University Options 21 University of Canberra (UC) 22 Australian National University 22 WORK & EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS 22 AIS FACILITIES 24 Volleyball Courts 24 Outdoor Beach Facilities (Lyneham) 24 Strength and Conditioning Gym 25 Recovery Centre 25 AUSTRALIAN VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY FEES 25 HOW TO APPLY 26 Athlete Application Intake 2021 26 Athlete Selection Process 2021 27 CONTACT US 27 AVA Prospectus 2021 2
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear athletes and parents, The Australian Volleyball Academy (AVA) is a national volleyball development program and was created with the purpose of coaching exceptional individuals to identify and pursue their sporting goals whilst also supporting them with their personal development. This also widens the net for a broader cohort of talent joining our sport at different ages and through different pathways. We seek to select athletes who display a talent for volleyball, while also possessing the ability and motivation for what it takes to develop into an elite athlete. Family support is so important to the success of our athletes and we seek to engage on a holistic “whole of person” basis with all our athletes. We provide high-performance support and facilities through the Australian Institute of Sport to ensure that our athletes are well supported with their health and wellbeing. This is a formative time in our athletes’ careers, and we want to ensure that they recognise the opportunity that exists for them not only on the court (beach or indoor), but also the chance to explore the meaningful ways in which they can define themselves beyond their sport. We encourage our athletes to engage with our community and support our athletes to connect and have a positive impact in the community. We strive for our athletes to be leaders in their sport, by learning and further developing qualities such as discipline and diligence, whilst also displaying enthusiasm and encouragement for the next generation of athletes to look up to. Our Australian Volleyball Academy athletes have a social responsibility to be the very best they can be, which is why we are constantly challenging our athletes to always do better and to start creating the future that they want for themselves right now. We ask that our Australian Volleyball Academy athletes commit to un- locking all their potential, because once they do, the possibilities are endless. Proven potential is found retrieving seemingly the impossible ball, hitting through a 3-person wall, transition- ing from a losing position to a winning position – and then we try and do all that on the court as well! The AVA is a place for character development and team improvement. We hope to welcome you and your family to the AVA. Craig Carracher. President Volleyball Australia AVA Prospectus 2021 3
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 PROGRAM GOALS LOS TOKYO ANGELES 2021 2028 GOLD GOLD BEACH VOLLEYBALL PARIS 2024 GOLD Volleyball Australia aims to win Olympic medals in Beach Volleyball each cycle, commencing with Tokyo and to medal in Volleyball by 2032. This is a long-term undertaking and requires identification and development of our best young athletes now. Athletes developed by the Australian Volleyball Academy (AVA) will potentially contribute to these goals as early as Paris 2024 and certainly QUALIFY by Los Angeles 2028. PARIS 2024 VOLLEYBALL LOS ANGELES OLYMPICS 2028 2032 TOP 8 MEDAL AVA Prospectus 2021 4
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 PROGRAM STRUCTURE The primary objective of the Australian Volleyball Academy (AVA) is to identify and develop Olympic potential athletes for Volleyball and Beach Volleyball. It is the High-Performance Development Program for volleyball and beach volleyball athletes who aspire to reach the elite level of their sport. The AVA headquarters and training base are located at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra. The AVA has a training and development focus and provides a holistic development program, including phys- ical, mental and life skills training aimed at developing the attributes and abilities required to compete at the highest level. Athletes will graduate to the next level of the pathway where options include the FIVB Beach Volleyball World Tour, North American college, and European professional clubs. An integrated approach to athlete development, including training in both volleyball and beach volleyball, is a key feature of the AVA approach, based on the principle that training in one discipline will produce perfor- mance benefits in the other. Athletes will generally spend 2-3 years training fulltime (20-25 hours per week) at the AVA preparing to be ready for their next step in the Volleyball high performance pathway. In addition to the integrated development program conducted at the AVA headquarters based at the AIS, Canberra, the Academy also conducts camps for talented, aspirational young athletes during school holiday periods and aligned to national competitions. The AVA camps serve both to introduce athletes to the AVA program and to provide specific training and competition experiences. Strong, direct links with the VA National Team Programs (Men, Women, Beach) Junior Development Program (JDP) and State programs are a key part of the operational approach, to strengthen a vertically integrated approach to athlete development. This means that athletes who aspire to realise their potential for national competitions are developed using an approach aligned to that used to develop athletes for the international podium. AVA Prospectus 2021 5
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 PROGRAM HISTORY The 2021 AVA Program has developed from and is modelled on the Australian Institute of Sport programs in Men’s, Women’s and Beach Volleyball. The core concept of the model is to gather the best athletes in a single location (best with the best) training under highly skilled coaches and supported with exceptional sports medicine, science and athlete development services. The AIS Men’s Volleyball program (commenced in Sydney 1990) joined the AIS Women’s program (commenced in Perth 1993) when both relocated to Canberra in 1997 to prepare Australia’s National Teams for the 2000 Sydney Olympics. The AIS Beach Volleyball program commenced in Adelaide in 2005, based on an Olympics focussed National Team program which had commenced in 1997. In 2014 the programs became known as Centres of Excellence (COE) until 2020 when the Australian Volleyball Academy (AVA) became Volleyball’s centralised development program for the best young Volleyball and Beach Volleyball athletes. The AVA program is now focussed on developing athletes who have the potential to represent Australia on the world stage in both Volleyball and Beach Volleyball. AVA Prospectus 2021 AIS Men’s Volleyball Program 1990 6
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 NOTABABLE ALUMNI LUKE PERRY Years at AIS: 2012 - 2014 Career Highlights: Luke Perry, from Perth, WA, started in the AIS program in 2012. Perry was first selected as part of the Men’s National Senior team for Asia Cup in 2012 and has developed into one of the world’s best Liberos. In 2014/15 Perry took his first professional contract with Lakkapaa Volleyball Club in Finland. In 2015/16 Luke made his debut in the Bundesliga (Germany) with VFB Friedrichshafen, moving to Berlin Recycling Volleys in the 2016/17 and 2017/18 season. Most recently he has played for Asseco Resovia Rzeszów (Poland) in the 2018/19 and 2019/20 seasons. LOUISE BAWDEN Years at AIS: 1998 - 2000 Career Highlights: Louise Bawden’s lengthy international career included representing Australia at Olympic level in both Volleyball and Beach Volleyball. Bawden moved from her home in Melbourne to Canberra to join the AIS program in 1998 when she was 17. Two years later Louise appeared at her first Olympics in Sydney (2000) as part of the Australian indoor team that finished ninth overall. In 2008 Bawden made the transition to beach volleyball, training at the Adelaide-based AIS Beach Volleyball program. Bawden competed in the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Olympics where she finished 5th. On top of her 3 Olympic appearances, Bawden competed in 91 World Tour events and 397 World Tour Matches in Beach Volleyball. She represented Australia in 4 World Championships, achieving top 10 and quarter final results, and was a 3 time Asian Beach Volleyball Champion. AVA Prospectus 2021 7
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 DAVID BEARD Years at AIS: 1992 - 94 Career Highlights: David Beard moved from Perth, WA in 1992 to start in the AIS program at age 18. He made his debut in the men’s indoor national team in the same year, going on to play 368 games in the green and gold. Beard captained the team for 101 of these games and led them to the 2000 and 2004 Olympics. He competed in two World Championships (1998, 2002) and World League in 1999. Beard played professionally in Germany, Italy, Japan. TAMSIN BARNETT Years at AIS: 1998 - 2004 Career Highlights: Tamsin Barnett (Ballarat, VIC) had a career in both Indoor and Beach Volleyball, starting her career in 1998 in the AIS program. Barnett represented Australia at the 2000 summer Olympic Games and signed her first professional contract with SSC Palmberg Schwerin (Germany) for the 2000/01 and 2001/02 seasons. In 2004 Barnett made the change to Beach Volleyball where she won the 2005/06 national title and competed in both 2008 and 2012 Olympic Games. During her time as a Beach Volleyballer Barnett was awarded with the Women’s FIVB World Tour Most Improved Player award in 2007. TOM EDGAR Years at AIS: 2005 - 08 Career Highlights: Thomas Edgar, from Bundaberg, QLD, started in the AIS program in 2005. He debuted with the Men’s National Team in 2008 going on to compete in two World Championships (2010, 2014). Edgar was Australia’s leading scorer in the 2012 London Olympics where the team placed 9th overall. Edgar signed his first professional contract in 2008 with Linköping Volleyball Club in Sweden. He has since played professionally in Argentina, Korea and Japan. He is currently signed with JT Thunders in Hiroshima, Japan. AVA Prospectus 2021 8
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 RACHEL ROURKE Years at AIS: 2004 Career Highlights: Rachel Rourke, (Caloundra, QLD) got a start on her successful career as one of Australia’s best indoor Volleyballers through AIS program camps in 2004. Rachel made her debut in the Woman’s National Team in 2005 and went onto play 4 seasons with Oregon State University 2006-2010. Rachel played a total of 10 professional seasons after college, winning the championship in 3 seasons and was MVP in the Polish League in 2013. She played professionally in Italy, Poland, Azerbaijan, South Korea and China and continued to play for the National Team until 2018. BEN HARDY Years at AIS: 1992 - 94 Career Highlights: Ben Hardy (Canberra, ACT) started in the AIS program at age 18 in 1992. Hardy made his debut into the men’s indoor national team at age 19 in 1993. He continued his career in the national team for 17 years competing in 420 international games as well as captaining the team for 6 years. Hardy played in both 2000 and 2004 Olympic games as well as appearing in four World Championships and seven Asian Championships. Hardy signed his first professional contract in the 1994/95 season with SWD Powervolleys Düren in Germany, and subsequently played in Italy, Poland and Belgium. AIDAN ZINGEL Years at AIS: 2005 - 09 Career Highlights: Aidan Zingel moved from Kiama, NSW at the age of 15 to train full-time in the AIS program in 2005. He was selected in the Men’s Indoor National team in 2008 and went on to represent Australia at the 2010 World Championships as well as the 2012 Summer Olympics. Zingel was named Australian Player of the Year in 2012. Zingel signed his first professional contract for the 2009/10 season with Linköping Volleyball Club in Sweden. He has since played for a decade in Italy’s top league. AVA Prospectus 2021 9
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 PROGRAM COACHES AND SPECALIST SERVICE PROVIDERS AVA Coaches (AIS, Canberra) HEAD COACH (MEN) Brendan Garlick joins the Australian Volleyball Academy as Men’s Head BRENDAN GARLICK Coach. Brendan brings a wealth of international coaching experience with him, coaching internationally since 2013. His former roles include head coach from 2017-2018 at Orebro Volley in Sweden, and more recently a role as Head Coach from 2018-2020 with Nordenskov Volley, based in Denmark. Brendan previously coached at the AVA (formerly the Centre of Excellence) from 2016-2017 and has also been a coach of the Junior Men, Senior Men, and Senior Women’s National programs since 2013. Brendan is also a qualified civil engineer, graduating from the Queensland University of Technology in 2012. HEAD COACH (WOMEN) Marty Collins is the Women's Volleyroos Head Coach along with his role MARTIN COLLINS with the coaching at the AVA. Marty has been coaching internationally since 2010 after competing in the 2009 World University Games. Coaching across both disciplines and genders in Papua New Guinea and the Federated States of Micronesia in addition to Australian National Teams has given him a wide range of experiences. Marty also a qualified teacher who holds an applied science degree, enjoys working across both development and senior programs at the same time. COACH (BEACH) Anne Meijnderts is the specialist Beach Coach at the AVA as well as being ANNE MEIJNDERTS the Lead Strength & Conditioning coach for Volleyball Australia’s Pathways program. Anne brings experience from a number of beach and indoor clubs as well as the National Beach program in the Netherlands. She is an S&C expert in addition to a volleyball coach and uses this background to maximise transfer between work done in the gym and on-court skills. Anne believes that volleyball is a sport of coordination, and an effective S&C program will set the foundations that will ensure mechanically efficient volleyball actions. Anne’s specialty is improving jump-landing mechanics and spiking mechanics. Anne has a strong analytical skillset due to her scientific background, having graduated with a Master of Arts (Honours) at the University of Groningen (The Netherlands). AVA Prospectus 2021 10
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 COACH (P/T) Myles brings experience coaching at the Junior (AJVC) and Senior (AVL) State MYLES ROANTREE Representative level, as well as the Junior National Team as a Head Coach of a Junior Women’s Asian Volleyball Championship Touring Team. Internationally he spent two years working within a highly successful Division I NCAA Volleyball Program at the University of Hawaii. As well as Head Coach roles, for the Florida and Aloha Regions at the USA Volleyball High Performance Championships. He has a strong background and understands the importance of physical conditioning for athletes. Myles has a bachelor’s degree in Human Movement Science and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). AVA Specalist Service Providers (AIS, Canberra) SPORTS MEDICINE Dr Anna Topping is an accredited Registrar with the Australian College of Sports DR ANNA TOPPING and Exercise and completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in 2011. She previously worked at the Sports Medicine Central Coast clinic and at Westmead Children’s Hospital Institute of Sports Medicine. She begun working at the Australian Institute of Sport in 2020 and currently is the medical officer for Volleyball Australia the women’s COE basketball program. Prior to her time at the AIS she provided medical services for Racesafe medical team for Motorcycling Australia, rugby league and union including the Women’s NSW cup and state of origin, NRC, the A-league Central Coast Mariners and the junior world rowing championships in Toyko last year. PSYCHOLOGY Australian Institute of Sport Practitioners. AIS MENTAL HEALTH REFERRAL NETWORK PHYSIOTHERAPY Casey Abblitt is an APA titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, having completed CASEY ABBLITT both a Master’s degree in Sports Physiotherapy and a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (hons). She has been working in the elite sporting environment for the 15 years, having worked at a number of high-profile events including the Pacific School Games, Youth Commonwealth Games and 2 Commonwealth Games. She started working at the AIS in 2014 and have been involved with National teams ever since, having travelled internationally with rugby and with teams for both Volleyball Australia and Basketball Australia. NUTRITION Sophie is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and an Accredited Sports Dietitian. SOPHIE STANWELL Sophie has worked extensively in sports nutrition during her career including international athletes in the sports of Cross-Country Skiing, Athletics and Volleyball. She is also an athlete herself having represented Australia in the Heptathlon at the Commonwealth Games in 2014. AVA Prospectus 2021 11
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 ATHLETE WELLBEING Gearoid Towey is Volleyball Australia’s Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement Manager, GEAROID TOWEY and he works with the Australian Volleyball Academy athletes as well as the Men’s Women’s and Beach High-Performance programs with resume building, career transition and personal development . Gearoid is a three-time Olympic rower and former World Champion, and has worked in athlete personal development for several Australian sports organisations. AVA Management Staff PROGRAM DIRECTOR Phil’s experience in the Australian Sports system extends over a period PHIL BORGEAUD of more than 35 years, having been involved as an athlete, coach and administrator at local, state and national level. He competed nationally and internationally in Volleyball including captaining the National Team, was the inaugural Head Coach for AIS Men’s Volleyball and coached the Australian Men’s team 1990-96. Phil held senior management roles within the Australian Institute of Sport and the Australian Sports Commission over a period of 18 years including as AIS Deputy Director. He also holds the role of National Technical Director for Volleyball Australia. This role includes oversight of the Junior Development program and rolling out the integration of Volleyball and Beach Volleyball. HIGH PERFORMANCE Vasanta joined Volleyball Australia in January 2020 as National High- OPERATIONS MANAGER Performance Operations Manager and is responsible for leading the VASANTA IYER operations of the Australian Volleyball Academy (AVA). She is also responsible for leading the administrative support of the Men’s, Women’s and Beach Volleyroos. Vasanta brings excellent experience of developing elite athletes holistically in a world sport. Prior to joining VA, Vasanta held the role of General Manager of UCI continental cycling team, Drapac Cycling, for 3 years. Vasanta graduated from Swinburne University in 2012, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in human resource management. AVA Prospectus 2021 12
TRAINING + COMPETITION SCHEDULE Annual Schedule
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 Weekly Schedule 20-25 Hours per week comprising: • Technical / tactical Volleyball / Beach Volleyball – Group and individual training • Physical – Strength and Conditioning, in gym & on court • Athlete Well Being & Life Skills – Education and counselling including career and education, nutrition, goal setting / monitoring • Domestic and international competition opportunities in both volleyball and beach volleyball • Strength and Conditioning Gym AVA Prospectus 2021 14
CURRICULUM - WHAT ATHLETES WILL LEARN CURRICULUM OVERVIEW 1st Year of Program TOPIC & FACILITATOR LEARNING OUTCOMES ATHLETE WELLBEING Time management skills By the end of this year, athletes will understand: • how to manage their time effectively to manage training, competition, study and personal commit- Budgeting ments • basic budgeting practices • the relationship between athlete wellbeing and Mental Health mental health, how to recognise signs and symp- Awareness Gearoid Towey toms as well as avenues for support and further (VA Contractor – Cross- information Digital Health ing the Line Sport) • how digital platforms can influence wellbeing and ways to manage usage • the impact that injuries can have on an elite ath- Overcoming setbacks lete and how to overcome them through proactive (injury etc) practices and minimise long-term mindset impact • the importance of resilience and how to use it to Building resilience become a stronger athlete • how to regulate emotions in the training and com- Emotion Regulation petitive environment to achieve your best CAREER DEVELOPMENT CV building By the end of this year, athletes will understand: • how to construct a CV to present your strengths and improve job prospects Career and study options • the opportunities available to student-athletes Gearoid Towey and how to balance career/study goals with play- (VA Contractor – Cross- ing ambitions Career Compass (assess- ing the Line Sport) • which option is best suited to you and the steps ment tool) needed to make it a reality • of what they value not only as a player, but as a Values Determination person and how this can shape career and study options. STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING Jump-landing mechanics By the end of this year, athletes will be able to: • use efficient mechanics in squat, hinge, step, pull and push movement patterns • understand how loaded movement patterns in the Anne Meijnderts gym relate to and can reinforce volleyball-specific (Beach Coach) movement patterns on the court Conditioning for • understand and use fundamental jump-landing volleyball mechanics of two-legged and one-legged jumps • understand how the body’s energy systems relate to volleyball-specific conditioning
NUTRITION Eating to meet your By the end of this year, athletes will understand: requirements • the nutritional requirements of athletes and how to construct your diet meet these needs • how to complete a weekly shop for athlete needs Nutrition for injury and (practical) whilst sticking to a budget illness • healthy meal options that can be made at home Sophie Stanwell (Practical) (Sports Dietitian) • how to alter eating plans during injury and illness Competition and Training in order to maximise recovery whilst still working nutrition towards performance • how to eat during a competition including how to make the best choices with limited options (e.g. Nutrition for travelling hotel food, buffet options, etc) and competing • how to eat for travel SPORTS MEDICINE Injury Prevention By the end of this year athletes will understand: • The importance of the annual physio screening Pain Management Casey Abblitt • What is injury vs. what is soreness Sports Physiotherapist • The varying rehab processes for different injuries Load Management • Recovery times • Injury Management VOLLEYBALL EDUCATION Level 1 Coaching Course By the end of the year athletes will: • Complete the VA Level 1 Coach and VA Level 1 Ref- eree Accreditation Volleyball Australia • Enhance the athletes’ understanding of the game Level 1 Officiating Course from a coach and official’s perspective. • Enable the athletes to engage as a coach or official in the community. SPORT INTEGRITY EDUCATION Clean Sport 101 By the end of the year athletes will understand: • Basic Anti-Doping rules Level 1 Anti-Doping • Anti-Doping Rules for athletes at a competitive Course level Level 2 2020 Anti-Doping Sport Integrity • Emerging Threats and Issues of Anti-Doping in Course Australia Sport • Banned Substances Ethical Decision-Making • How to apply values and ethics to complex “grey” Suite area’s in sport Introduction to • The concept of match fixing, its consequences and Match-Fixing how to recognise and report it.
CURRICULUM OVER VIEW 2nd Year of Program TOPIC & FACILITATOR LEARNING OUTCOMES ATHLETE WELLBEING Positive Psychological By the end of this year, athletes will understand: Skills • the impact of mindset on athlete performance and how to positively influence self-talk and other psychological skills to improve training and com- Concept of sporting Gearoid Towey petition performance identity (VA Contractor – Cross- • how to balance your identity as a person with ing the Line Sport) your identity as an athlete in a positive way • the importance that a network of family and Family and Friends friends has for athletes and ways to reach out in times of need Power of Vulnerability • why being vulnerable is not a weakness and how it can be used to strengthen athletic performance CAREER DEVELOPMENT Networking By the end of this year, athletes will understand: • the benefits of networking, how to do it and where opportunities may lie Interview skills • practical tips for surviving interviews - how to answer questions, suggested attire and ways to Gearoid Towey showcase your strengths (VA Contractor – Cross- • using social media to maximise networking and LinkedIn ing the Line Sport) build a portfolio • transitional skills for moving from a student-ath- lete to a full-time athlete Career Transition Mind- • tips for how to transition out of sport and avenues set for support if needed • how to apply basic budgeting skills in order to cre- Financial Confidence ate long-term financial goals and create personal financial security STRENGTH AND CONDITIOING Advanced jump-landing By the end of this year, athletes will be able to: mechanics • use efficient jump-landing mechanics of jumps that follow fast movement (e.g. spike approach, swing blocks) • use Olympic lifting variations to increase speed Anne Meijnderts and power in the triple extension movement The application of the (Beach Coach) pattern force-velocity curve to • understanding how different lifting speeds and training for volleyball tempos are used to achieve optimal neurophysio- logical adaptations for volleyball • use Velocity-Based Training methods to achieve volleyball-specific speed development in relevant lifts
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 NUTRITION Eating to meet your By the end of this year, athletes will understand: requirements • the nutritional requirements of athletes and how to construct your diet meet these needs • how to complete a weekly shop for athlete needs Nutrition for injury and (practical) whilst sticking to a budget illness • healthy meal options that can be made at home Sophie Stanwell (Practical) (Sports Dietitian) • how to alter eating plans during injury and illness Competition and Training in order to maximise recovery whilst still working nutrition towards performance • how to eat during a competition including how to make the best choices with limited options (e.g. Nutrition for travelling hotel food, buffet options, etc) and competing • how to eat for travel VOLLEYBALL EDUCATION Level 1 Coaching Course By the end of the year athletes will: • Complete the VA Level 1 Coach and VA Level 1 Ref- eree Accreditation Volleyball Australia • Enhance the athletes’ understanding of the game Level 1 Officiating Course from a coach and official’s perspective. • Enable the athletes to engage as a coach or official in the community. SPORT INTEGRITY EDUCATION Clean Sport 101 By the end of the year athletes will understand: • Basic Anti-Doping rules Level 1 Anti-Doping • Anti-Doping Rules for athletes at a competitive Course level Level 2 2020 Anti-Doping Sport Integrity • Emerging Threats and Issues of Anti-Doping in Course Australia Sport • Banned Substances Ethical Decision-Making • How to apply values and ethics to complex “grey” Suite area’s in sport Introduction to • The concept of match fixing, its consequences and Match-Fixing how to recognise and report it. AVA Prospectus 2021 18
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 ACCOMODATION OPTIONS Your choice of accommodation sets the tone for your AVA experience and life in Canberra. At certain times of the year, it can be extremely difficult to secure accommodation in Canberra, so it is important that you start your search early. While the AVA will support you in your accommodation search, it is ultimately up to the athlete and family to decide on preferred accommodation. Below are some options available to AVA athletes. Homestay Suitable for: Under 18’s All athletes The homestay family offers a safe, supportive environment that provides stability for the player, allowing them to focus his/her efforts on their volleyball and academic achievement. The family that provides this home base for the player is called the host family. Host families are vital to the success of our Homestay program. It is important that Volleyball Australia and host families work together and set high standards for the players to achieve to ensure the success of the program. All host families are strictly vetted by VA staff and must hold relevant certifications (e.g. working with vulnerable people checks). University of Canberra Suitable for: Over 18’s University Students First year domestic and both new and continuing international students are guaranteed accommodation. Take a look at UC Lodge, Cooper Lodge, Weeden Lodge, and the Campus West. Experience the excitement of living in a truly multi-national community and making new friends with both local and international students. Accommodation University Approved Guarantee Accommodation Private Rental and Share Accomodation Suitable for: Over 18’s Families Relocating You can arrange your own accommodation by contacting Canberra real estate agencies in your preferred areas or try searching local media advertisements. Alternatively, there are private services that assist with locating suitable housemates and accommodation such as Flatemate Finders. AVA Prospectus 2021 19
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 SCHOOL & STUDY OPTIONS School Options Lake Ginninderra College UC Senior Secondary College Lake Ginninderra College is located 10 minutes from the Australian Institute of Sport and is a popular choice with student athletes through the offering of an Elite Sports Program as part of their course of study. The long-standing partnership with the AIS has been part of the school’s culture and history and has shaped many of the unique strengths of the college. Staff are experienced at providing flexibility for students who miss significant periods of time due to sporting commitments and students become confident independent learners due to managing their numerous time demands. School Website Sport Promo Video 2021 Prospectus Elite Sports Program Dickson College Dickson College is a public two-year secondary college located in the suburb of Dickson (located 15 minutes from the Australian Institute of Sport) and offers a range of extension and enrichment opportunities for student to participate and excel in. Dickson College offers a broad curriculum for students with specialised programs on offer including Robotics and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), Maths Enrichment, United Nations Partnerships and an Innovated Arts program. The College also offers an Australian National University (ANU) Extension program with courses available in sciences, engineering, mathematics and languages providing students with the opportunity to gain credit towards undergraduate study whilst still at secondary school. School Website 2021 Prospectus AVA Prospectus 2021 20
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 Radford College Radford College is a P-12 college located in the suburb of Bruce (located 5 minutes from the Australian Institute of Sport). Radford College is a thriving independent school dedicated to educating and supporting students to become compassionate, adaptable, global citizens. The school is a modern Anglican co-educational day school which recognises that each student has unique potential. We help them fulfil their potential by offering a world-class education and opportunities to learn beyond the traditional classroom through co-curricular and community service programs. School Website 2021 Prospectus Brindabella Christian College Brindabella Christian College (Lyneham Campus) is a P-12 college located in the suburb of Lyneham (located 10 minutes from the Australian Institute of Sport). Brindabella Christian College is a highly digitised learning environment with a 1:1 laptop program integrated across the school, providing students with access to the plethora of rich, inventive, and connected learning opportunities. We also offer a wide range of co-curricular opportunities in the performing arts, sport, international mission and theological programs. The Senior School, comprised of Years 9 to 12, provides an innovative learning framework within a safe and supportive Christian environment. The College is proud of the firm partnership that exists between families, College staff, and the wider community. School Website Senior College Overview AVA Prospectus 2021 21
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 University Options University of Canberra (UC) The University of Canberra is a university for the professions, dedicated to providing immersive student experiences focussed on employability outcomes. The University is number one in the ACT for graduate employment and salaries three years in a row, and is swiftly developing a global reputation, achieving a place in the world’s top 20 young universities, Australia’s top 10 universities and amongst the top 1% of universities worldwide. UC is dedicated to helping it’s elite athlete students balance their sporting commitments with their academic goals. This is done by: • offering adjustment factors towards entry rank at UC • offering the Elite Athlete Program. As a member of the Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU) Network the University of Canberra signed an agreement with Sport Australia (formally the Australian Sports Commission) and the Australian Capital Territory Academy of Sport to support the needs of elite student athletes. UC Website Elite Athletes Page Australian National University (ANU) ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital city, Canberra. It’s location points to the unique history, ties to the Australian Government and special standing as a resource for the Australian people. It’s focus on excellence in research and education ensures our graduates are in demand the world-over, well-prepared to address complex contemporary challenges. In October 2004, the ANU became a member of the national network of Elite Athlete Friendly Universities (EAFU) by signing an agreement with the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and the ACT Academy of Sport (ACTAS). ANU Website ANU Student Elite Athlete Program AVA Prospectus 2021 22
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 WORK & EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS We are proud to partner with The Athlete Advantage. The Athlete Advantage is an independent, person- alised and interactive online program that supports athletes with their wellbeing, performance and career readiness. The Athlete Advantage Program includes: • Tailored online learning in career development and mental wellbeing • Ongoing structured 1:1 support with a personal coach • A mentor in the athlete’s field of interest • A work experience placement The program is delivered by former athletes, psychologists, and career development experts with more than three decades of collective experience in the field. To find out more about The Athlete Advantage, please visit the following link: The Athlete Advantage Program AVA Prospectus 2021 23
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 AIS FACILITIES The Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) is Australia’s premier elite sports precinct and the training base for numerous National Sporting Organisations, including Volleyball Australia. The collaborative nature of the AIS leads to the development of sustainable high-performance systems achieve the best possible outcomes for athletes and their sport. The AIS is also a hub for sport industry innovation and research, sports medicine services and athlete health and wellbeing facilities. Volleyball Australia is very proud of our partnership with the AIS in delivery high quality training environments for athletes and world-class athlete health and wellbeing services. Volleyball Courts The AIS has two full sized volleyball courts with Taraflex (international standard flooring) over sprung floors to protect the athletes’ joints. It also has a new beach volleyball facility which features state-of-the-art technology to allow athletes and coaches to review their technique in real-time. Two fixed high definition and two roaming cameras will stream vision to large screen as well as handheld devices to provide instant analysis of the athlete training environment. Outdoor Beach Facilities (Lyneham) Volleyball ACT own and operate the Lyneham Beach Facility. This Beach Facility is home to 6 state of the art beach courts that host beach competitions providing competitive opportunities for all our AVA athletes. AVA Prospectus 2021 24
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 Strength and Conditioning Gym Strength and conditioning can assist athletes in the areas of speed, agility, endurance, strength, stability, flexibility, injury prevention, management and rehabilitation. The Strength and Conditioning Gym includes electronic cardiovascular training equipment such as treadmills, bikes, elliptical cross trainers and rowing machines. It also incorporates force plates and linear position transducers for strength and power capacity assessments. Recovery Centre The Recovery Centre facilitates both wet and dry post-game/training recovery. Performance recovery involves the use of post-exercise strategies to promote physiological and psychological restoration. Effective recovery between sessions may reduce the risk of developing injuries or illness and help to optimise subsequent training and competitive performance. An AIS Recovery Physiologist provides tailored education and practical sessions AVA Prospectus 2021 25
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 AUSTRALIAN VOLLEYBALL ACADEMY FEES Australian Volleyball Academy scholarships holders are provided with the following: • access to AIS training facilities and high-performance coaching by the AVA coaching staff. • strength & conditioning training programs and testing/evaluation. • performance reporting and supervision. • training & competition uniforms and equipment. • sports medicine, athlete wellbeing, nutrition and physiotherapy services. • subsidised or free access to AIS-based national and AVA camps. • subsidised or free access to competitions entered by the AVA. Volleyball Australia provides a subsidy to each athlete, ensuring that athlete fees are set at a reduced annual rate of $2,500*. * Volleyball Australia plans to offer the equivalent up to 4 scholarships to selected athletes on an annual basis. Awarding of these scholarships will be decided by a panel appointed by VA based on its assessment of criteria that will take into account the athletic potential and financial circumstances of the applicant. HOW TO APPLY ATHLETE APPLICATION - 2021 INTAKE Athletes who wish to be considered for the 2021 AVA Athlete Intake are required to complete an Athlete Application form. The application will require the following: • Personal details (DOB, home address, parent contact details, etc) • Athlete Background • Fitness testing data (i.e. height and jump height), developmental history, athlete performance • Description on how you have exceeded your own expectations this year • Response to why you want to join the Australian Volleyball Academy • Your goals for the next 3-5 years (volleyball and non-volleyball related) • Athlete photo • Coach recommendation letter • Video – Introduction and Match Play Highlights (up to 5 mins) Please complete the following Athlete Application for consideration to be a part of the next intake of the Australian Volleyball Academy. APPLY NOW APPLICATIONS CLOSE 30th SEPTEMBER 2020 AVA Prospectus 2021 26
Australian Volleyball Academy Prospectus 2021 ATHLETE SELECTION PROCESS 2021 Athletes for the AVA 2021 will be selected based on performance and assessed future international potential and, in addition to the Athlete Application, the following information may be considered when determining suitability for inclusion in the AVA Program: 1. Review of Australian Junior and Youth Team athletes competing in Asian and world championships 2. Talent identification at Australian Volleyball and Beach Volleyball events 3. Talent identification at VA Junior Development Programs camps and tours, including: • Thailand Junior Development Tour • Junior Development Program camps, various times each year • Other Junior Development program tours that may occur 5. Talent identification at Australian Volleyball Academy Camps 6. Recommendations by State Coaches Applications will be assessed by the AVA Program Director, Coaches and National Team coaches before approval by the Volleyball Australia CEO. CONTACT US Please keep up to date with the Australian Volleyball Academy on their Facebook page: @australianvolleyballacademy If you have any enquiries, please do not hesitate to contact the AVA team at pathways@volleyballaustralia.org.au AVA Prospectus 2021 27
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