Scoil Mhuire Kilvemnon

Here in Kilvemnon we play a version of Volleyball called J4.
We are affiliated to the Volleyball Association of Ireland.

J4 - 4 v 4 Adapted Volleyball Game

J4 Volleyball is a recently new initiative developed by the Volleyball Association of Ireland to aid School Teachers in introducing Junior Volleyball to their students. Volleyball has traditionally been viewed as a difficult sport to introduce to young children, but it doesn't have to be. J4 is an adapted 4-player v 4-player volleyball game that was introduced to Ireland in the last two years and has seen participation levels increase by over 300%.
With the simple modifications that J4 Volleyball offers, teachers can easily provide their children with a fun and rewarding Volleyball experience. It is aimed specifically at children of Primary School age and those at 1st/2nd Year in Post-Primary School.
The objective of these adaptations is to encourage learning, promote physical activity, and increase the fun for the participants.

Philosophy
RULES:
· All play, equal time
· Lots of rallies
· Lots of hits
· Lots of FUN

ORGANISATION
· Blitz format with minimum guaranteed playing time
· Competition is local - schools are clustered
· Equipment is simple
· Volleyballs are light and available

Advantages
· Game play 95% of time
· Skills learned within a game structure
· Easy teaching progressions
· 100% more touches than the 6 v 6 game