ALL Volleyball Programs Are Not Equal for Ages 10 and Under!

9/30/2017

WHAT SEPARATES THE BRING YOUR OWN PARENT (BYOP®) PROGRAM FROM OTHER YOUTH VOLLEYBALL PROGRAMS? Its mission, methods, program and certification of instructors to ensure the consistency in approach for training youth players.

The MISSION AND PHILOSOPHY OF THE BRING YOUR OWN PARENT (BYOP®) program is to provide youth who aspire to be the best they can be with the necessary volleyball skills and life lessons to reach their capabilities. This is a FUN Program to be involved with, and it provides the opportunity to instruct young athletes. The BYOP® program may be a player’s and/or parent’s first venture into the sport. Therefore, we want to make it an awesome and enjoyable learning experience for both players and parents as they learn sound fundamental skills, efficient and effective footwork and basic game strategies. One of the greatest values of the BYOP® program is that it opens doors for young volleyball players and inspires them to pursue options they never knew existed!

NELSON TEACHING METHODS. There are many youth programs; however, there is none that is as unique as the BYOP® program. What separate this program from others are the Nelson Teaching Methods and the Program’s design. BYOP® Program Founder Ruth N. Nelson has worked with this age group for over 17 years. The program’s success has been achieved because of the methods Ruth has developed, field-tested and utilized in conducting the program. She has established key words for consistency of training and identified modifications needed for teaching youth volleyball, including:
            - size and weight of ball,
            - height of net and size of court,
            - efficient and effective movement patterns,
            - learning progressions for different age groups,
            - engaging parents,
            - and developing players.
Notable BYOP® participants who have gone on to play major Division I volleyball include, but are not limited to, Ebony Nwanebu (University of Texas, All American); Mary Kate Marshall (Oregon State, All American); Scout Wonsang (Alabama State University, All Conference).

CERTIFIED PROGRAM. The first certification programs were created to meet the needs of elementary schools and their families. These programs were locally driven so that a player would have time with their family, time for learning the sport and time for learning the skills, which were anatomically correct and biomechanically sound. In essence, players were having FUN and enjoying a sport by demonstrating safe skills, developing good habits, experiencing the necessary modifications for youth volleyball and learning life lessons.

Learning and communication are continued beyond the practical training. The Official BYOP® website: www.bringyourownparent.com continues to provide families current information about the program as well what and when these programs are offered. There are videos and much more…there is a listing of nearby Certified BYOP® Instructors and mentors who have received their certification of completion of the Online BYOP® 101 Course.

MAKINGS OF A CERTIFIED BYOP® INSTRUCTOR. Qualities and/or experiences that identify a potential BYOP® Instructor are:

Has a background in elementary school education.
Has been involved with kids and parents in some capacity on a daily and/or weekly basis.
Has a sports background (played sports in high school but not necessarily in college).
Is a BYOP® parent who has gone through the BYOP® program with his/her daughter and has at least 2 years of BYOP® experience (3-4 sessions of 8-week Programs).
Is energetic, enthusiastic and wants to work with players ages 10 and under.
Is action-oriented and willing to direct a structured sport-specific volleyball skills training program along with having FUN.

STEPS FOR BECOMING A CERTIFIED BYOP® INSTRUCTOR.
Step 1: Please take the time to review not only the "Official BYOP® Website" but also some of the other Certified Instructor's program websites (official template). These websites allow you the opportunity to see why Founder Ruth N. Nelson created this program. Also, take the time to review our recent BLOG on ALL Volleyball Programs Are Not Equal for Ages 10 and Under!

Step 2: Please complete our BYOP® online course series. The first course is BYOP® 101 with Art of Coaching (details listed on this link). www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/product/bring-your-own-parent-byop-101/ You will also be required to take the Home Training Program Series™ (HTPS) and BYOP® 201 & 301 (coming in 2018-2020) and any other online courses that are created as part of the BYOP® Instructor Certification requirements. Want to learn more about our online courses? click here

Step 3: To be considered for selection to the BYOP® Bring Your Own Parent Instructor Certification Course, please forward your Certificate of Completion of the BYOP® online course series, together with a completed BYOP® Instructor Application, a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement, and a $150 US non-refundable application fee*. Please mail the Certificate of Completion, Instructor Application, and application fee (please make check payable to brvc, LLC) to the following address: brvc,LLC, PO Box 702505, Dallas, Texas 75370, or you may pay via PayPal (contact email for account info). (see application below).

Note: Completing the application does not confirm your acceptance to the BYOP® instructor Certification Course and/or a specific instructor certification course date/location.

Step 4: Once your Certificate of Completion, Instructor Application, and application fee have been received, a follow-up Skype and/or phone interview will be arranged.

Step 5: If your Instructor Application is accepted, you will be invited to the July 2019 Instructor Certification Course in Dallas and/or another location. Participants in the Instructor Certification Course will receive a 130+ page BYOP® Instructor Manual, training in the classroom and on the court, and 1 BYOP® kit. The BYOP® kit includes: a Weebly Website creation template, 1 BYOP® Promotional DVD, a Certified Instructor promotional tote bag, 1 BYOP® player t-shirt, 1 BYOP® parent t-shirt, 1 tote bag and 1 bag tag.

To gain and maintain your BYOP® Instructor certification (renewable annually), you will be required to sign the BYOP® Agreement, pay a one-time Initial Instructor Certification Course fee, pay an annual licensing fee, and maintain your own BYOP® weebly website.

If you are energetic, enthusiastic, and willing to have patience and have FUN with elementary and youth ages 5-10, this program is for YOU!
For additional information, feel free to contact me via email: [email protected]

BYOP® Bring Your Own Parent is a registered trademark of brvc, LLC

The process outlined above takes anywhere from 3 to 6 months. Certification is good for 3 years with ongoing education, videos, marketing materials, and with a yearly license fee and Policies and Procedures Agreement.

WHY IS THIS CERTIFIED BYOP® INSTRUCTOR TRAINING SO EXTENSIVE? The criteria, training and ongoing education are necessary in order for the Certified BYOP® Instructors to meet and maintain the standards and competencies of the BYOP® program. Check with your instructor to see if their Instructor Certification is current.

Join and/or continue working with a Program that is conducted by a Certified BYOP® Instructor today!

Become a Certified BYOP® Instructor
BYOP® Official Website

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23 Comments

R. Nelson link

10/1/2017 07:52:11 am

Have enjoyed creating and developing this program for the last 17 years. Really enjoy all the new instructors moving forward in their excitement in building their own programs.

THINKTANKTEAM link

1/17/2018 03:59:04 pm

Thanks for the dedication and creative plus innovative approach to training players and their parents in volleyball and life lessons

Janet Brannon link

10/1/2017 09:39:49 am

The approach of players AND parents learning the fundamentals of volleyball together is phenomenal. It's extremely innovative to ensure players get correct cue words when practicing at home, but invaluable for the one on one time it provides between child and parent. I am thrilled to bring this to Oklahoma City metro area this month!

10/1/2017 10:24:55 am

thanks for joining us Janet as we look forward to assisting in growing your BYOP® - Oklahoma City Program

Adriana Dollar

10/1/2017 10:01:13 am

I have seen Ruth's BYOP program in action for a few years now and have observed the fruits of her methods. It is a win win for both athletes and parents alike. I am honored to bring this program to DFW midcities soon.

10/1/2017 10:25:56 am

look forward to getting your BYOP® - DFW program moving this fall

Robert Selders Jr.

10/1/2017 07:56:17 pm

Ruth's BYOP program has been instrumental in fostering a stronger parent/child connection, developing more sound volleyball skills, and creating a passion for the sport of volleyball with young athletes for many years. The level of care, time, and structure Ruth has put into BYOP is in part why the program has had the amount of success it has experienced and will continue to see in the future.

10/2/2017 10:58:51 am

Robert you have been wonderful to have involved in our program with your wife and daughter. It was great testing out BYOP® - Performance Training and see how this could be included into our next phase of BYOP® training and certification program

Beth R. Sander

10/2/2017 04:57:34 am

I have completed 3 sessions for the first BYOP® Program in Cincinnati and it's been fantastic! The kids and parents have put forth the needed effort to have a positive experience with their daughter! This program is encouraging, fun and confidence building along with fostering a supportive relationship between kids and parents! Being chosen to lead this program in Cincinnati is an honor!

10/2/2017 10:59:50 am

Beth great to have you part of the BYOP® TEAM and look for great things in Cincinnati and with the UC Bearcats

Patti Sawher Barrett

10/2/2017 10:11:31 am

You have truly developed an incredibly affective program by taking into consideration everything that is required to present to both the children and parents an excellent developmental program. You clearly have put in a great deal of time figuring out all the components and methods. Incredibly impressive.

10/2/2017 11:02:55 am

Thanks Patti we have worked hard on developing the Nelson Teaching Methods that allow both the athlete and their parent to be engaged in every training session. It has been a great experience and a wonderful opportunity to give back to the sport and specifically to teachers that want to continue sharing their experience, love and passion no matter what their age might be.

Kelly Hisel

10/6/2017 01:42:29 pm

Our family has had the privilege of being a part of the BYOP program since the beginning. It is the perfect all-around sport program. As a family, we have spent quality time together learning about the sport of volleyball and the necessary skills it takes to play the game. The positive environment has allowed our daughter to blossom with confidence, create new friendships and learn about setting goals. It challenges her mind and body which gives her great joy when successfully accomplishing a skill. And this all happens while having fun - what could be any better than that.

10/8/2017 10:37:47 am

Kelly and Family, BYOP® become a reality when your family provided not only the support of photos, video but also the feedback from having two daughters in the sport. Of course, your youngest has benefitted greatly from all the lessons we have learned over the past 17 years. Thanks for your continued efforts in every aspect of this program. We look forward to seeing the results moving into high school... sooner than we realize.

Beth Howes

1/17/2018 11:03:26 am

My daughter has the privilege to mentor with BYOP. While she has played club volleyball for the past 3 years, she has learned from the BYOP program. Bad habits develop quickly if you are not taught those basics steps. BYOP is a jumpstart to having fun and success as an athlete. The bonus is the parent gets to participate and see the growth along the way instead of being a sideline observer.

1/17/2018 03:57:47 pm

We appreciate the dedication and effort each of our mentors provide, as well as their parents. BYOP® Bring Your Own Parent would not be what it is today without mentors Paying it Forward. Thanks Beth and Rachel

1/17/2018 04:01:58 pm

We look forward to adding our new BYOP® Certified Instructors this summer in Dallas July 13,14 & 15 for the 2018 BYOP® Instructor Certification Course

Michelle Parlette

1/19/2018 10:40:40 am

We started with BYOP on the older end of the spectrum at 10 years old. From the beginning it was a tag team effort between my husband and myself as to who got to work with her. This program has helped our family so much. In addition to developing a work ethic in our daughter like no other, it has caused us to refocus on learning together. A lot of good can come when you put down the electronics and pick up a jump rope or volleyball together. BYOP has helped us to become partners with coaches around us and is propelling all of us to a better experience. We are so grateful to be a part of this and highly recommend it to all.

1/19/2018 11:19:56 am

We have enjoyed having Maya in our BYOP® program and now she has continued training with the original families that began with Ruth N. Nelson in 2011. The years go by so fast and it has shown that families really have joined and supported this program from the beginning. thanks for being part of our program.

Lhynzie link

12/14/2021 07:18:47 pm

Awesome! Very informative article. Thank you for sharing. Thumbs up.

THINK TANK TEAM™ link

2/6/2022 09:29:20 am

Appreciate you taking the time to release our post as we are making so much progress to achieving so many great programs for ages 10 and under. From the newest program of a Virtual Volleyball Gym created specifically for PE teachers, parents, players and youth coaches. Visit and become a members www.rnnsportsgym.com and be sure to join our private facebook group RNNSportsGym members once you are a member. We will be featuring PAT™ Picture, Analyze, Teach™ series and also the upcoming Conversation with Founder Ruth N. Nelson.

Ruth Nelson link

2/6/2022 09:24:30 am

appreciate you reading and look forward to our program growing within our newest innovative virtual volleyball gym website and google classroom style presentation. www.rnnsportsgym.com and on our live facebook BYOP® on the Go! and our recent pre-recorded PAT™ Picture, Analyze, Teach™ show as well as our upcoming Conversation with Founder Ruth N Nelson.

Volleyball Betting link

4/19/2023 11:18:47 pm

I am beyond grateful for stumbling upon your post on BYOPR. It's refreshing to see a company that values family and work-life balance. Thank you for sharing this amazing concept with us.

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