Level 1 International Coaching Course

Successfully Concludes in the Dominican Republic

SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, May 16, 2025 – With strong international participation and a notable female presence, the Level 1 International Coaching Course successfully concluded in the Dominican Republic, held from May 6 to 10.

The event was organized by the NORCECA–FIVB Regional Volleyball Development Center and brought together 38 coaches from Colombia, Panama, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Venezuela, Curaçao, the United States, and the Dominican Republic.

Over five intensive days, participants received comprehensive training in both theoretical and practical aspects, under the guidance of international instructor Ariel Sainz from Cuba, who led the course with extensive experience and professionalism.

A highlight of the course was the participation of 13 female coaches, reaffirming NORCECA and FIVB’s commitment to promoting female leadership in volleyball.

At the conclusion of the course, all participants received their Level 1 Coaching Certificate, and the most outstanding individuals were recognized for their excellent performance: Adalberto Morales Rosa and Leira Ortis from Puerto Rico, along with Samaret Carraballo from the Dominican Republic.

This type of initiative continues to strengthen the technical development of volleyball in the region, equipping coaches with up-to-date tools and a comprehensive understanding of the game, in alignment with the international standards promoted by FIVB and NORCECA.

In a communication sent to the Regional Volleyball Development Center in Santo Domingo by the FIVB Development & Sustainability Department, Takahiro Fujino expressed “Your dedication and expertise have played a vital role in enhancing the coaching capabilities of local participants. It is especially encouraging to see such a high number of female coaches involved in this edition, reflecting our shared commitment to promoting gender equality in the sport”.

The Regional Development Center thus reaffirms its commitment to educational excellence and the sustainable growth of volleyball across the Americas.