About Us
Welcome to the Canterbury Christ Church Volleyball Club!
Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the sport, our club offers a vibrant and inclusive environment for everyone who shares a passion for volleyball. We pride ourselves on our competitive spirit, teamwork, and the strong sense of community that brings us together both on and off the court.
Volleyball is an exciting and dynamic team sport that emphasises agility, coordination, and strategic thinking. It's a game of quick reflexes and precise teamwork, where communication and collaboration are key. Our society focuses on both the technical skills and the teamwork necessary to excel, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to challenge themselves and be part of a competitive yet supportive team.
At the heart of our society is a dedicated team of players who support and motivate each other to achieve their best. Whether we're preparing for league matches, friendly games, or the much-anticipated varsity event at the end of the year against ‘University of Kent’ our focus is always on working together as a cohesive unit.
We train regularly, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to develop their skills and contribute to the team at the Christ Church Sports Centre (CT1 1XS). To ensure a smooth and organised experience, all new members are required to download the Team Christ Church app and book their spot before attending each session. Upon arrival at the sports centre, our friendly members at the front desk will assist you with signing in and getting started.
Beyond the court, we know how to have fun! Every Wednesday after training, we head to Cuban, one of the most popular clubs in Canterbury. These socials are a great way to unwind, build friendships, and enjoy the university experience to the fullest. Whether you're dancing the night away or just enjoying the vibe, our socials are not to be missed.
We are proud to be supported by our sponsors, who play a crucial role in helping us achieve our goals. Their contributions allow us to secure equipment, organize events, and participate in competitions throughout the year. We extend our heartfelt thanks to New Balance and more sponsors, whose support makes everything we do possible.
One of the highlights of the year is the varsity event, where we compete against our rivals in an intense and thrilling match. This event is the culmination of our hard work throughout the year and a chance to showcase our skills in front of a lively crowd. It's an opportunity to represent our university with pride and to experience the thrill of competitive sport at its finest.
Whether you're looking to compete, make new friends, or simply enjoy a new sport, Canterbury Christ Church Volleyball Club is the place for you. We welcome everyone, from beginners to experienced players, and look forward to seeing you at our next training session or social event.
How to Join
In order to play for sports teams at Christ Church you need to purchase the two different memberships linked on this page: Students' Union Sport Membership and Christ Church Sport Subscription.
Christ Church Sport Subscription + Students' Union Sport Membership = Sports Club Member
Without both memberships & subscription you will not be able to take part in your club's activities, training and matches.
This section shows all sports so please scroll down to the correct membership.
Once you've purchased your Christ Church Sport Membership it's time to buy your Students' Union Sport Membership.
Once you've bought both memberships you are a Volleyball member
Why do you need two memberships?
Here's why each membership is important:
As a member you get access to all the essentials for your sport, including:
- Matchday and training facilities
- Coaching (when agreed)
- Entry fees for competitions (BUCS leagues, local, regional, and national events)
- Transport to and from main competitions
- Payment for officials
- Necessary equipment
- Affiliation fees with your National Governing Body, plus extra benefits (like increased insurance, partner discounts, ticket ballot entries for pro sports)
- First aid cover during training and competitions
Your club also gets extra perks:
- Free facility hire for Varsity, charity or special events
- Support with development initiatives (like achieving SportsMark, social action projects, or making your sport more accessible)
- Help with finding work or volunteer opportunities in sport
- Assistance in getting sports qualifications (coaching, officiating, etc.)
- Additional benefits from our local partnerships
This membership is set by your club and the funds are only spent on things that will collectively help support the club.
Examples of what your memberships can be spent on but are not limited to are:
- Kit
- Dinners/end-of-year awards
- Extra sessions outside of budgeted Christ Church Sport Membership costs
- Extra travel outside of budgeted Christ Church Sport Membership costs
- Trips and events
Not only does your membership help support your clubs extracurricular activities and it also allows the union to do the following:
- Insurance for all signed-up sports members
- Contact committee members about key information throughout the year
- Allow committee members access to their club email accounts
- Allow you to run and vote in Committee Elections
- Committee members to access the website and finance systems
Medical Disclaimer
When purchasing your membership, we need you to share any pre-existing medical conditions, illnesses or injuries by completing this form. This will enable us to provide support to you throughout your time involved in sports clubs and societies. We need you to keep us updated if any circumstances change.
Once you have shared this information, we will ask you to gather medical evidence showing that doctors have signed you off and have given you the go ahead to participate. It helps us work with our insurance provider to ensure we are all covered and of staff to make sure your needs are met. If you need support in gathering the medical evidence, then a member of staff can contact you, once you have completed the form.
Any information you give us will only be shared with Christ Church Sport, Christ Church Students’ Union, and the president of your committee. This helps ensure your safety and risk assessments to mitigate any issues.
Products
Any products for Volleyball will be listed here.
Finances
Click the above link to submit expenses request or visit this page for more guidance. You must be a paid member of this club to make an expense claim.
Your Information
So you can enjoy the full benefits of membership your name, university username, email, and membership status may be shared with the elected committee of this group, the University, and any relevant or affiliated parties such as British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), other national governing bodies. This is to ensure an excellent experience and fulfil our contractual obligations as part of this purchase.
By continuing with this membership purchase you agree to Christ Church Students’ Union sharing your data in this way. If you have questions on how your data will be used, see our Data Protection information.