How To Join
Joining a volleyball club, regardless of your playing level, opens the door to a world of opportunity and community. Whether you're an ex-Olympian or picking up a volleyball for the first time, our club welcomes everyone with open arms. You’ll not only develop your skills through training and competitive play but also forge friendships with fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for the sport. Embrace the challenge and joy of volleyball, as our diverse teams and supportive environment help you grow and enjoy the game together.
Take a look at the Training section to find out where and when, or drop us an email for more info. The first session is always free, so there’s no reason not to come along and just give it a go! If you’ve decided you like to come again take a look at the membership fees* below.
Membership 2025 - 26
NVL men and women - £420/year - £52.50/month (8 months)
South West League men and women - £420/year - £52.50/month (8 months)
B&D League men & women - £336/year - £42/month (8 months)
Concessions (Under 25 Full Time Students Only) - 40% discount
The fee is an annual fee with an option to pay in instalments. If for any reason there is a problem then please speak to your coach or a committee member instead of stopping payments. Fee payments if being paid in instalments should start in September, no later than October and will then run to April for September start, May for October start
No cash payments will be taken – BANK STANDING ORDER/TRANSFER ONLY
Bank Sort Code 60-08-24,
Account number 61574058.
ALL PAYMENTS MUST CONTAIN YOUR FULL NAME AS A REFERENCE PLEASE.
These fees include travel expenses to away games for NVL and South West, where the person is sharing a vehicle with other players and is claimable for the journey between Bristol and the venue.
Note that the fee is an annual fee with an option to pay instalments. If you join part way through the season your fees may be adjusted according to the amount of time remaining in the season. Please raise this with the committee through the email below.
If you experience circumstances which impact on your ability to train or play matches please do not just stop paying. Contact the finance officer who will discuss your case with the committee to consider pausing your membership. We offer a discount of 10% to your membership (excluding students already receiving a 40% discount) if you opt to pay the full amount upfront. If you would like to take advantage of this or you have any membership questions, please email: cobfinanaceofficer@gmail.com
We are operating a no pay, no play policy this season, so if you want to play volleyball then please ensure that your payments are made on time. Please don’t embarrass your fellow club members by trying to play without paying.
Training
We train at City Academy on Tuesdays, ladies from 7-00pm until 8-45pm and men from 8-45pm until 10-30pm.
Please join us on Facebook – City of Bristol Volleyball Club group and follow us on Instagram. Ask a committee member for more info.
City of Bristol VC 2025/26 Organising Committee
Chair - Michelle Adams
Club Secretary - Neil Bentley
Finance Officer- Rachael Corns
Welfare Officer - Tracey Harvey
IT Lead - Tania Chomicz
Venue Officer - Phil Gorton
City of Bristol VC 2025/26 Team Contacts
Men’s NVL Coach - Ben Turner
Men’s SWL Coach - Agata Mrozowska
Women’s NVL Coach - Ucal Ashman and Ali Golshan
Women’s SWL Coach - Michelle Adams
Men’s NVL Secretary - TBC
Women’s NVL Secretary - TBC
Women’s SW Secretary - TBC
Men’s SWL Secretary - Phil Gorton
BDVA Men’s Secretary - Don Fraser
BDVA Women’s Secretary - TBC
BDVA Mixed Secretary - Mike Griffin
Club registration form: