COVID19 Updates

Competitive Update December 3, 2021 

2021-2022 Attestation of Event Vaccine Policy

 Volleyball Alberta events will require all individuals ages 12+ to provide:

• Proof of vaccination via QR Code, or
• Proof of a privately paid negative rapid test result taken within 72-hours of service (original paperwork)ⁱ *, or
• Valid identification that matches the vaccine record is also required for adults 18 and over.

* * Note: Some facilities only accept negative tests for medically exempt individualsⁱⁱ. Due to an operator’s ability to implement more restrictive requirements, Volleyball Alberta advises that all eligible individuals be fully vaccinated or have proof of a medical exemption (with regular testing), in advance of registering for any program.

1. My club has verified the identification of our members. Identification is required to check the age-eligibility for the appropriate Volleyball Alberta age class
2. Our club has verified and understands the vaccine status of all our members. Our club will communicate with our members who have a medical exemption or are providing negative testing and ensure they will comply with facility restrictions.
3. I understand that there are additional risks (health risks, financial risks, and additional logistics) in selecting athletes and utilizing coaches that are not fully vaccinated.
4. I understand that it is our responsibility to know and communicate the facility entry requirements to our club (athletes, coaches, parents and volunteers).
5. I recognize that facilities and Volleyball Alberta may institute additional COVID-19 related policies during the season (i.e., updated vaccination policies, masking policies, spectator restrictions). Volleyball Alberta members need to be prepared to adhere to these policies. I agree to fully comply with each respective policy.
6. I recognize that refund requests will not be granted if VA or our facilities institute, voluntarily or non-voluntarily (imposed restrictions), additional COVID-19 measures after cancellation deadlines or partway through a program.
7. I understand that, if an insufficient number of team members can access a facility due to the entry requirements, my club may be subject to additional sanctions.
8. I understand that Volleyball Alberta advises that all eligible individuals be fully vaccinated or have proof of a medical exemption (with regular testing), in advance of registering for any program.
9. I recognize that my club is responsible to protect the health and safety of our members during practice and training. My club will be transparent with all participants regarding expectations around: travel & accommodations, spectators during training, and mask use.
10. I acknowledge that, to remain as a club member in good standing with Volleyball Alberta, all members of my club will comply with this policy.

ⁱⁱ A valid medical exemption is the original signed letter from a physician or nurse practitioner that includes: o       

• Person's name that matches their identification.
• Physician’s or nurse practitioner’s complete information, including:
  • name, phone number, contact information, professional registration number and signature
  • statement that there is a medical reason for not being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ? duration that the exemption is valid

Covid Vaccine Information: 

Especially for the Competitive Athlete!  Before trying out please be fully prepared of the Covid requirements. 

Although our club or VA are not mandating vaccines most facilities we play and practice are requiring all participants and observers be vaccinated. Competitive athlete's will need to show proof of vaccination or a negative Rapid Covid-19 test within 72 hours, in order to gain access to competitive facilities.

The newest VA update for Event Vaccine Policy

Please see Volleyball Alberta's stance here:   VA Vaccine Stance  

Please go to VA Covid-19 Resources page  for the most current stand for our Government and VA. 

Tri Area Warriors Volleyball Club (TAWVC or TAW) has adopted Volleyball Alberta (VA) Covid-19 policies with the most current up-to-date public health guidelines.

Most current pages!

Volleyball Alberta - Volleyball Alberta -  Return to Volleyball Guidelines - Version 4, Updated December 8

Volleyball Alberta - Latest News - https://www.volleyballalberta.ca/ 

Government of Alberta - Public Health Measures 

Volleyball Alberta - Competition Regulations

TAW has implemented the following protocols:

1. All participants, coaches and team staff will answer a set of daily screening and agreement questions (that you are showing no signs of Covid19) no more than 24hrs before every session.

2. Participants will arrive no more than 10mins before their session, already changed and ready to play.

3. All participants, coaches and team staff will check in upon arrival to verify contact tracing information, that they have completed the daily health check, and are wearing a clean mask.

4. Balls and high touch surfaces will be disinfected before, during and after every practice.

5. Before, during and after practice, each player, coach and team staff will wash with soap and water and/or use sanitizer.   

6. Coaches and team staff will wear masks at all times. 

7. Athletes will be required to wear a mask at all times per Volleyball Alberta mandate.   https://www.volleyballalberta.ca/sites/default/files/Mask%20Use%20Policy%20Communication.pdf 

8. A distance of 3 meters between all participants, coaches and team staff will be maintained wherever possible.

9. Athletes will not shake hands but stand on the back line and clap for each others team.

10. Practices will have 2 trained masked coaches on court or one adult parent with one trained coach.  NO parents are allowed in the gym because of safe distancing practices.  Sorry it's not what we want either.