Volleyball

UPVC is more than just a standard sports club - were a community built around teamwork, socials and a shared love for Volleyball, we offer oppurtunities for all skill levels through training sessions, friendly matches, competitive fixtures and social events throughout the year, our aim is to create an enviroment where people can improve their game, stay active and meet new people. Volleyball is one of the friendliest and most social clubs at the University and there is a good balance between amateur and advanced players. No matter what your background is, these training sessions are encouraging and competitive which the members have said they really enjoy.

Our club can guarantee fun and exciting beginner sessions from our experienced student coaches and Higher Educational Volleyball Officers (hevo's), alongside competitive team training sessions for more experienced players looking to develop their skills, compete in matches, and represent the university throughout the season. The club has a total of 5 teams available to join

A ladies team in divison 3 of the local league (EDVA) where the women have excelled even winning the EDVA tournament 2026, offers a welcoming and developmental environment for players who are either new to competitive volleyball or looking to build confidence and improve their game.

"Blizzards" our Division 3 Development Team is designed for players who want to improve their skills in a more competitive environment while continuing to develop their understanding of the game. The team provides regular training and match experience making it the perfect step for players progressing from beginner or recreational volleyball into competitive play.

"Heatwaves" our Division 1 Team is made up of highly committed and experienced players competing at an advanced university level. With intensive training sessions, competitive league fixtures, and tournament opportunities throughout the season, the team focuses on high-performance volleyball, teamwork, and representing the university at the highest standard possible.

BUCS Volleyball is the official university volleyball competition run by British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS), where universities from across the UK compete in organised leagues and tournaments throughout the academic year. Our men’s team competes in BUCS Division 2, while our women’s team competes in BUCS Division 1, players and spectators would claim this is the highlights on their weeks

we offer a variation of training times:

Monday - Nancy Astor Sports Centre: 6-7 pm (SU Give It A Go (GIAG), £3.50 entry. OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS)

Monday - Pitts Gym: 8-10 PM BUCS training

Tuesday - Pitts Gym: 9-10 Pm EDVA training

Wednesday - Pitts Gym 8-10 pm EDVA training

Friday - Nancy Astor Sports Centre: 5-6 pm (social players), 6-7 pm (BUCS Training + additional sessions)

Saturday - Pitts Gym: 11am-2pm EDVA training + additional social training

*Please note if you are alumni and wish to play with us in EDVA you will need to fill out a form for you to access the membership. Please contact us via our email address or socials*

We are affiliated with Volleyball England, which allows us to offer the opportunities to be trained as a referee free of charge! We aim to expand the rising participation of Volleyball in the local community and support students who are interested in pursuing future careers within the sports industry by providing valuable coaching, officiating, leadership, and volunteering opportunities.

We go to Union rooms/depo/popworld every Wednesday where the theme of the night will be announced the week before allowing plenty of time for you to get a costume E.g.,

- Freshers/oldies socials

- Dress As Your Type

- Under The Sea

- Traffic Light

- Back to School

- Mixed club socials and SO MUCH MORE

During the Christmas period, we have a meal together likewise when it reaches the summertime we have a handover meal for the new committee.

Besides drinking socials, the club holds social events like heading out to the beach for some beach volleyball or playing grass tournaments at the Hoe

The club will be competing in BUCS, Varsity, and EDVA throughout the year. Besides competitive events, the club will host different fun events and amateur volleyball competitions for players who do not want to pursue volleyball competitively but socially. we also have alot of collaborations with other volleyball teams around plymouth and exeter e.g. PMVC, UTV and exeter university

We also go on tour!!, tour is a Beach Volleyball week in Portugal, the fun never ends on this week having several tournaments for all levels, nightly socials, pool parties and eeting lots of friendly new faces