At Inner West Volley, our Junior Development Program uses Mini Volley to help young players build skills, confidence and a love of the game. This approach is supported by the FIVB and used in junior development programs around the world: the court, team size and rules are adapted so players can take part from the start and progress as they learn.
Smaller teams mean more opportunities to touch the ball, practise new skills and make decisions in a real game. As players improve, our coaches gradually introduce new challenges, helping them develop their passing, setting, serving, movement and understanding of teamwork.
Mini Volley also helps children grow beyond the court. Players learn to communicate, support teammates, solve problems and respond to challenges together. Through active play, they develop coordination, balance, agility and confidence in their movement.
Every junior player has a place to start. JDP is open to all junior ages, with Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced groups based on skill level. Whether your child is picking up a volleyball for the first time or ready for a greater challenge, we’ll help them find the right group and keep moving forward.
Our programs come in two types. The Skills Development program builds volleyball techniques, general volleyball knowledge, and basic coordination, strength and conditioning in a fun environment. The Game Development program teaches how to play: where to stand on court, team spirit and effort, strategy and tactics, playing for points and how to do duty (refereeing). It prepares players for official competition while keeping it fun.
Skills Development: techniques, knowledge, coordination, strength and conditioning, in a fun environment.
Game Development: positioning, team strategy and tactics, playing for points and refereeing, preparing for competition.
Choose the option that suits your player. Each can be registered for separately.
For beginners and those who are playing occasionally. Term 4 2026: Pymble: Thursdays 5:30–6:30 pm, 15 October–17 December 2026. Five Dock: Thursdays 5–6 pm, 15 October–17 December 2026. Newtown: Wednesdays 5–6 pm, 11 November–16 December 2026.
Locations: Pymble, Five Dock, Newtown
For intermediate, school and SVL level players. Term 4 2026: Pymble: Thursdays 6:30–7:30 pm, 15 October–17 December 2026. Five Dock: Thursdays 5–6 pm, 15 October–17 December 2026. Newtown: Wednesdays 6–7 pm, 11 November–16 December 2026.
Locations: Pymble, Five Dock, Newtown
Term 4 2026 at Waverley: Saturdays 4:30–6 pm, 17 October–12 December. Sessions are available for Beginners & Intermediate and Advanced players.
Locations: Waverley
Term 4 2026: Pymble — Saturdays 4:30–5:30 pm, 17 October–12 December. Newtown — Saturdays 8–9 am, 14 November–12 December.
Locations: Pymble, Newtown
Term 1
Monday 10 February to Sunday 13 April
Term 2
Monday 28 April to Sunday 6 July
Term 3
Monday 21 July to Sunday 28 September
Term 4 (2026)
15 Oct – 17 Dec
Sessions run across 4 venues around Sydney.
Ana Calaza
JDP Manager
Josh Singh
JDP Coordinator
Sheilah Adam
JDP Supervisor
Book a trial or register today and join the Inner West Volley community.
