The Darwin Volleyball Association, known to its members as DVA is Darwin’s home for hard-court and beach volleyball competitions!
DVA is run by an enthusiastic and committed volunteer team that brings competitive and well organised events to the volleyball community throughout the year. DVA is a not-for-profit organisation that is governed by the DVA Constitution August 2011 and competitors are required to abide by FIVB Official Volleyball Rules, as well as local rules as outlined in the DVA By Laws February 2022 (v5.0).
DVA competition organisers all hold 1st aid certificates, Working With Childrens (Ochre) cards and all events are covered under our Volleyball Australia affiliate insurance.
We have been a registered provider and have accepted NT School Sports Vouchers since 2017. To apply for a NTGovernment school sports voucher, apply via GrantsNT.
Classic Hardcourt Competition – MARRARA
Our classic hardcourt competition is held at the Marrara Indoor Stadium. It features a well designed air-conditioned indoor stadium with ample space for spectators to cheer on competitors. Two seasons of competitions are run throughout the year as below:
- Tuesday Men’s and Women’s comps
- Wednesday Junior Boy’s and Girl’s comps
- Thursday social comp (mixed gender teams)
Beach Volleyball Competition – MINDIL
Darwin’s premier Beach Volleyball Competition is held on particular Sunday’s throughout the dry season that are carefully coordinated with cooperative tides and the famous Mindil Beach Markets. Visitors and local spectators attend this event to cheer on Darwin’s top competitors with the sand, sun and sweat.
