MEMBERSHIP

FOR INDIVIDUALS, SCHOOLS, CLUBS AND MORE

What membership is About

Membership connects individuals, clubs, schools, and supporters to the wider volleyball community in the Manawatū region. Through membership, participants contribute to the growth, sustainability, and future direction of the sport while gaining access to competitions, development opportunities, representative pathways, resources, and community programmes. Membership also strengthens the collective voice of volleyball in our region, enabling Volleyball Manawatū to advocate for participants, deliver quality experiences, and continue building safe, inclusive, and sustainable opportunities across all ages, stages, and levels of the game.


INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS

VOLLEYBALL MANAWATU INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Volleyball Manawatu have enabled individual membership through our updated Constitution. 

This application is in alignment to Constitution clause 4.2:

 

Membership is available to any person who is a member of a Club, School or Organisation Member of Volleyball Manawatu, Officers or Appointed Personnel of Volleyball Manawatu, Volleyball Manawatu Service Award holders, any individual who plays, referees, officiates, manages or provides services to for or in any Volleyball team competing in any Volleyball game or any interested person. (clause 4.6)

 

However, all players, coaches, trainers, and managers participating in VNZ events must be both members of their Regional Association and VNZ.

 

The organisation will maintain the confidentiality of all personal information collected and will not use or disclose such information for any purpose other than those directly related to the activities of Volleyball Manawatū, unless required to do so by Volleyball New Zealand or by law.

 

Volleyball Manawatu Individual Membership operates on an annual cycle of July- June.

 

Individual Membership is a non-voting member defined as 

  • (a) a person who is a member of a Club, or School or organisation that is also a Member;
  • (b) an Officer or Appointed Personnel of Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association;
  • (c) a person who is an officer of a Regional Association or a Club;
  • (d) a Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association service award holder;
  • (e) an individual who plays, referees, officiates, coaches, manages or provides services to, for or in any Volleyball team competing in any Volleyball game in the region; or
  • (f) any interested person.

 

I am applying for individual membership for

PERSONAL CONTACT INFO

LEGAL FIRST NAME *
PREFERRED FIRST NAME
SURNAME *
GENDER *
ETHNICITY*
European
Māori
Pacific Peoples
Asian
Middle Eastern / Latin American / African (MELAA)
Other/ Mixed Ethnicity
ARE YOU A NEW ZEALAND CITIZEN? *
If you are not a NZ citizen please mark any option that apply below.
Permanent Resident
Work Visa
Student Visa
Other
DATE OF BIRTH *
Age Group *
ADDRESS (street number, street & city) *
DISTRICT *
PHONE NUMBER *
EMAIL *

PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN DETAILS

I confirm that I am the parent or legal guardian of the above-named participant and give my consent for them to register as a member and participate in activities organised by the Manawatū Regional Volleyball Association

NAME- FIRST & LAST
RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD
PHONE
EMAIL

PARTICIPATION

Please enter all details that apply

Areas of Involvement
Coach
Manager
Sports Coordinator / Admin
Player
Referee
Officer of MRVA
Appointed Member of MRVA
Officer of a Club
Other interested person
Life Membership Award
Confirmation of Appointed Member Role *

Appointed Voting Member is defined as an Individual Member or Life Member that the Board has determined may have voting rights based on their engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region. This is only applicable by Board designation.

 

Secondary School
Club
IPC
Referee Qualification

Membership Agreements

VNZ Membership Database Release *

I grant Volleyball Manawatu permission to share my membership details with Volleyball New Zealand, as required in VNZ's Constitution 4.8 (g)

4.8 In addition to the obligations as a Member under clause 4.13, each Regional Association that is a Member will:

(g) maintain an up-to-date register of members and, on request, provide VNZ with full
access to that register, in compliance with privacy law (ensuring that the process to
become a member of the Regional Association requires those members to agree to
personal details being shared with VNZ and stored, used and distributed by VNZ in the
pursuit of its Purposes);

Volleyball Manawatu Voting Membership Constitutional Agreement (cl 4.10)  *

Voting Members acknowledge and agree that they will:

  • (a) administer, promote, develop and/or support Volleyball in the Region in a manner that is consistent with this Constitution;
  • (b) ensure its constitution or rules (where applicable) are not inconsistent with this Constitution and, if requested, provide Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association with a copy of its constitution or rules and all proposed amendments to it;
  • (c) if registered as an incorporated society, maintain an updated register of members and, on request, provide Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association with full access to that register, in compliance with the privacy laws; and
  • (d) act in good faith with loyalty to Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association to ensure the maintenance and enhancement of Manawatu Regional Volleyball Association and Volleyball, and its reputation.

 

Volleyball Manawatu Members Constitutional Acknowledgment (cl 4.11) *

As a Member of Volleyball Manawatu, I acknowledge and agree that:

  1.  members are bound by, and will comply with, the Constitution and the Bylaws, and to the extent they apply, the rules, procedures or poilicies of VNZ;

  2. members are subject to the jurisdiction of Volleyball Manawatu;

  3. members are entitled to all rights and entitlements granted by the Constitution or as determined by the Board;

  4. to receive, or continue to receive or excercise member rights, members must meet all the member requirements set out in the Constitution and the Bylaws or as otherwise set by the Board, including payment of any membership or other fees within the required time period;

  5. if members fail to comply with sub-clause (d) the Board may terminated their membership;

  6.  members not have any rights of ownership of, or the automatic right to use, the property of Volleyball Manawatu: and

  7. members will promote the interests and Purposes of Volleyball Manawatu and must not do anything to bring Volleyball Manawatu into disrepute.

 

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membership for clubs

Volleyball Manawatu recognise the work of clubs in our region as a group of individuals calling themselves a club, whether or not incorporated, which administers, promotes and develops Volleyball (whether as its primary activity or otherwise) in the Region, which may include a team, and that meets the requirements for membership.

Clubs may become voting or non-voting members of the association per Constitution clause 4.5 & 4.6.

The Manawatū Regional Volleyball Association (MRVA) is the recognised representative body for clubs within the Manawatū region seeking entry into Volleyball New Zealand (VNZ) sanctioned competitions, including the Central Zone League (CZL) and VNZ Club Championships. Clubs participating in any VNZ sanctioned event must affiliate to their region. MRVA manage this affiliation by voting club membership.

Please see our 2026 Club Affiliation Letter.

VOLLEYBALL MANAWATU CLUB MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Volleyball Manawatu have enabled club membership through our updated Constitution. 

This application is in alignment to Constitution clause 4.3- 4.6: 

By submitting an Application, a person or entity consents to become a Member, unless otherwise specified in this Constitution.

Voting Club Membership is available to a Club Member that the Board has determined may have voting rights under clause 5 based on the engagement, participation or representation criteria set out in the relevant Volleyball Manawatu Bylaw. VNZ requires all clubs participating in VNZ events to be affiliated to their Regional Association, Volleyball Manawatu manage this affiliation by way of voting membership.

Any interested club may apply.

The organisation will maintain the confidentiality of all personal information collected and will not use or disclose such information for any purpose other than those directly related to the activities of Volleyball Manawatū, unless required to do so by Volleyball New Zealand or by law.

Volleyball Manawatu Club Membership operates on an annual cycle of July- June.

CLUB INFO

CLUB NAME
CLUB PURPOSE
CLUB MEMBERSHIP TYPE
Acknowledge and Agree to Constitutional Voting Club Membership definition and responsibilities *

A Voting Club Member is one that the Board has determined may have voting rights based on its

engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region. Including the following, 

 

1. Demonstrate engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region as shown by any of the following:

  • a. involvement in Volleyball Manawatu Events (more than just entering a team), and/or
  • b. involvement in Volleyball in the Region, and/or
  • c. Competing in regional, zone or national club events

2. Have a Volleyball Manawatu contact who can act on behalf of the Club, and to have a duly authorised representative attend General and Special Meetings 

 

3. Agree to follow the Constitution and any policies, rules or bylaws

 

4. Require their members to comply with Volleyball Manawatu rules, procedures or policies when at Volleyball Manawatu or VNZ Events

 

5. Pay membership and relevant entry fees, if any

 

All Voting Members Acknowledgment and Agree (cl 4.10) *

(a) they will administer, promote, develop and/or support Volleyball in the Region in a manner that is consistent with this Constitution;
(b) they will ensure its constitution or rules (where applicable) are not inconsistent with this Constitution and, if requested, provide Volleyball Manawatu with a copy of its constitution or rules and all proposed amendments to it;
(c) if registered as an incorporated society, they will maintain an updated register of members and, on request, provide Volleyball Manawatu with full access to that register, in compliance with the privacy laws; and
(d) they will act in good faith with loyalty to Volleyball Manawatu to ensure the maintenance and enhancement of Volleyball Manawatu and Volleyball, and its reputation.

Voting Club Affiliation fees are set as a levy of $20 per player of any VNZ club event, please indicate the number of players participating through your club for the upcoming season. All players must also become individual members of the association.  *
Is the club an Incorporated Society?
Acknowledgment of clause 4.10c *

if registered as an incorporated society, a club must maintain an updated register of members and, on request, provide Volleyball Manawatu with full access to that register, in compliance with the privacy laws 

Please attach a copy of your Clubs Constitution *
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Acknowledge and Agree to Constitutional Non-Voting Club Membership definition and responsibilities *

A Non-Voting Club is a group of individuals calling themselves a club, whether or not incorporated, which administers, promotes and develops volleyball (whether as its primary activity or otherwise), which may include a team. Including the following, 

 

1. The club has, or intends to have, an ongoing intention to administer, promote and/or develop Volleyball in the region.

 

2. Unless otherwise approved by the Volleyball Manawatu Board, the club must be within the Region.

 

3. The club will require their members to comply with the rules, procedures or policies when at Volleyball Manawatu Events.

 

4. With respect to Volleyball Manawatu activities the club must agree to follow the Constitution and any policies, rules or bylaws.

 

 

Is the club a Registered Charity?
CC Number

CLUB OFFICER CONTACT INFO

The officer of the club must also apply for individual membership.

If granted voting rights, the club may nominate another club representative to vote at the AGM. This representative must be an individual member of Volleyball Manawatu.

LEGAL FIRST NAME *
PREFERRED FIRST NAME
SURNAME *
PHONE NUMBER *
EMAIL *

Membership Agreements

VNZ Membership Database Release *

I grant Volleyball Manawatu permission to share my membership details with Volleyball New Zealand, as required in VNZ's Constitution 4.8 (g)

 

4.8 In addition to the obligations as a Member under clause 4.13, each Regional Association that is a Member will (g) maintain an up-to-date register of members and, on request, provide VNZ with full access to that register, in compliance with privacy law (ensuring that the process to become a member of the Regional Association requires those members to agree to personal details being shared with VNZ and stored, used and distributed by VNZ in the pursuit of its Purposes);

Volleyball Manawatu Members Constitutional Acknowledgment (cl 4.11) *

As a Member of Volleyball Manawatu, I acknowledge and agree that:

  1.  members are bound by, and will comply with, the Constitution and the Bylaws, and to the extent they apply, the rules, procedures or poilicies of VNZ;

  2. members are subject to the jurisdiction of Volleyball Manawatu;

  3. members are entitled to all rights and entitlements granted by the Constitution or as determined by the Board;

  4. to receive, or continue to receive or excercise member rights, members must meet all the member requirements set out in the Constitution and the Bylaws or as otherwise set by the Board, including payment of any membership or other fees within the required time period;

  5. if members fail to comply with sub-clause (d) the Board may terminated their membership;

  6.  members not have any rights of ownership of, or the automatic right to use, the property of Volleyball Manawatu: and

  7. members will promote the interests and Purposes of Volleyball Manawatu and must not do anything to bring Volleyball Manawatu into disrepute.

 

Submit

MEMBERShip for schools

VOLLEYBALL MANAWATU SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Volleyball Manawatu have enabled school membership through our updated Constitution. 

This application is in alignment to Constitution clause 4.3- 4.6: 

By submitting an Application, a person or entity consents to become a Member, unless otherwise specified in this Constitution.

 

A School Membership is available to a School with one or more teams participating in volleyball in the Manawatu region.

 

A Voting School Member is one that the Board has determined may have voting rights based on its engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region, in particular VNZ sanctioned events.

 

The organisation will maintain the confidentiality of all personal information collected and will not use or disclose such information for any purpose other than those directly related to the activities of Volleyball Manawatū, unless required to do so by Volleyball New Zealand or by law.

 

Volleyball Manawatu Club Membership operates on an annual cycle of July- June.

SCHOOL INFO

SCHOOL NAME
SCHOOL MEMBERSHIP TYPE
Acknowledge and Agree to Constitutional School Voting Membership definition and responsibilities *

A School Member that the Board has determined may have voting rights based on its engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region. Voting School Member responsibilies include:

 

1. Demonstrate engagement, participation or representation of Volleyball in the Region as shown by any of the following:

  • a. involvement in Volleyball Manawatu sanctioned Events, and/or
  • b. involvement in Volleyball in the Region, and/or
  • c. Competing in regional or national events

2. Use best endeavours to players available for Volleyball Manawatu and VNZ representation

 

3. Have a Volleyball Manawatu contact who can act on behalf of the school, and to have a duly authorised representative attend General and Special Meetings

 

4. Agree to follow the Constitution and any rules or bylaws

 

5. Require their players, support people and spectators to comply with the rules, procedures or policies when at Volleyball Manawatu or VNZ Events

 

6. Pay membership and relevant entry fees, if any

 

All Voting Members Acknowledgment and Agree (cl 4.10) *

(a) they will administer, promote, develop and/or support Volleyball in the Region in a manner that is consistent with this Constitution;
(b) they will ensure its constitution or rules (where applicable) are not inconsistent with this Constitution and, if requested, provide Volleyball Manawatu with a copy of its constitution or rules and all proposed amendments to it;
(c) if registered as an incorporated society, they will maintain an updated register of members and, on request, provide Volleyball Manawatu with full access to that register, in compliance with the privacy laws; and
(d) they will act in good faith with loyalty to Volleyball Manawatu to ensure the maintenance and enhancement of Volleyball Manawatu and Volleyball, and its reputation.

Acknowledge and Agree to Constitutional Non-Voting School Membership definition and responsibilities *

A Non-Voting School Member is defined as a school with one or more Volleyball teams, including the following rules:

 

1. The school must have at least one team participating in volleyball in the Region.

 

2. Unless otherwise approved by the Volleyball Manawatu Board, the school must be within the Region.

 

3. With respect to Volleyball Manawatu activities, the school must agree to follow the Constitution and any rules or bylaws.

 

4. Require their players, support people and spectators to comply with the rules, procedures or policies when at Volleyball Events.

 

SCHOOL CONTACT INFO

SPORTS COORDINATOR NAME (FIRST AND LAST) *
SPORTS COORDINATOR PHONE NUMBER *
SPORTS COORDINATOR EMAIL *

Membership Agreements

VNZ Membership Database Release *

I grant Volleyball Manawatu permission to share my membership details with Volleyball New Zealand, as required in VNZ's Constitution 4.8 (g)

 

4.8 In addition to the obligations as a Member under clause 4.13, each Regional Association that is a Member will (g) maintain an up-to-date register of members and, on request, provide VNZ with full access to that register, in compliance with privacy law (ensuring that the process to become a member of the Regional Association requires those members to agree to personal details being shared with VNZ and stored, used and distributed by VNZ in the pursuit of its Purposes);

Volleyball Manawatu Members Constitutional Acknowledgment (cl 4.11) *

As a Member of Volleyball Manawatu, I acknowledge and agree that:

  1.  members are bound by, and will comply with, the Constitution and the Bylaws, and to the extent they apply, the rules, procedures or poilicies of VNZ;

  2. members are subject to the jurisdiction of Volleyball Manawatu;

  3. members are entitled to all rights and entitlements granted by the Constitution or as determined by the Board;

  4. to receive, or continue to receive or excercise member rights, members must meet all the member requirements set out in the Constitution and the Bylaws or as otherwise set by the Board, including payment of any membership or other fees within the required time period;

  5. if members fail to comply with sub-clause (d) the Board may terminated their membership;

  6.  members not have any rights of ownership of, or the automatic right to use, the property of Volleyball Manawatu: and

  7. members will promote the interests and Purposes of Volleyball Manawatu and must not do anything to bring Volleyball Manawatu into disrepute.

 

Submit

membership for organisations

VOLLEYBALL MANAWATU ORGANISATION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Volleyball Manawatu have enabled organisation membership through our updated Constitution. 

This application is in alignment to Constitution clause 4.3- 4.6: 

By submitting an Application, a person or entity consents to become a Member, unless otherwise specified in this Constitution.

 

Organisation Members are defined as an orqanisation that is incorporated or a registered charity and has an interest in Volleyball in the Region. All Organisation Members are non-voting.

 

The organisation will maintain the confidentiality of all personal information collected and will not use or disclose such information for any purpose other than those directly related to the activities of Volleyball Manawatū, unless required to do so by Volleyball New Zealand or by law.

 

Volleyball Manawatu Club Membership operates on an annual cycle of July- June.

ORGANISATION INFO

ORGANISATION NAME
ORGANISATION MEMBERSHIP TYPE
Acknowledge and Agree to Constitutional Non-Voting Organisation Membership definition and responsibilities *

A Non-Voting Organisation Member is defined as an organisation that is incorporated or a registered charity and has an interest in Volleyball in the Region. Organisation Membership includes:

 

 1. With respect to Volleyball Manawatu activities, the organisation must agree to follow the Constitution and any rules or bylaws.

ORGANSATION CONTACT INFO

CONTACT NAME (FIRST AND LAST) *
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER *
CONTACT EMAIL *

Membership Agreements

VNZ Membership Database Release *

I grant Volleyball Manawatu permission to share my membership details with Volleyball New Zealand, as required in VNZ's Constitution 4.8 (g)

 

4.8 In addition to the obligations as a Member under clause 4.13, each Regional Association that is a Member will (g) maintain an up-to-date register of members and, on request, provide VNZ with full access to that register, in compliance with privacy law (ensuring that the process to become a member of the Regional Association requires those members to agree to personal details being shared with VNZ and stored, used and distributed by VNZ in the pursuit of its Purposes);

Volleyball Manawatu Members Constitutional Acknowledgment (cl 4.11) *

As a Member of Volleyball Manawatu, I acknowledge and agree that:

  1.  members are bound by, and will comply with, the Constitution and the Bylaws, and to the extent they apply, the rules, procedures or poilicies of VNZ;

  2. members are subject to the jurisdiction of Volleyball Manawatu;

  3. members are entitled to all rights and entitlements granted by the Constitution or as determined by the Board;

  4. to receive, or continue to receive or excercise member rights, members must meet all the member requirements set out in the Constitution and the Bylaws or as otherwise set by the Board, including payment of any membership or other fees within the required time period;

  5. if members fail to comply with sub-clause (d) the Board may terminated their membership;

  6.  members not have any rights of ownership of, or the automatic right to use, the property of Volleyball Manawatu: and

  7. members will promote the interests and Purposes of Volleyball Manawatu and must not do anything to bring Volleyball Manawatu into disrepute.

 

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