Tokyo International Volleyball

NET HEIGHT: 2.43m

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NOTE: Experience is not equal to Intermediate level.

When applying for RSVP, please state your LEVEL, POSITION, and experience. Thank you!

🇯🇵 TIV Japanese Skill Level Guide

⚠️ Please Read Before Selecting Your Skill Level

Experience does NOT equal skill level.

Playing volleyball for many years or regularly joining Meetup events does not automatically make someone an Intermediate or Advanced player.

At TIV, your level is based on your current playing ability, including:

• Ball control
• Passing consistency
• Volleyball IQ
• Court positioning
• Rotations
• Decision making
• Ability to play within a structured offensive system

Our goal is to create balanced, competitive games where everyone can enjoy volleyball at the appropriate level.

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🏆 S-Level (Professional / Elite)

Professional, National Team, SV.League, V.League, and top university athletes.

Expected abilities

✅ Elite-level fundamentals

✅ Extremely fast offensive systems

✅ Reads blockers and defenses instinctively

✅ High-level tactical decision making

✅ Exceptional consistency under pressure

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🥇 A-Level (High Performance)

Elite university, corporate league, and top competitive club players.

Expected abilities

✅ Fast tempo offense

✅ Multiple attacking options

✅ Reads blockers and adjusts attacks

✅ Very few unforced errors

✅ S level when playing good
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🥈 B-Level (Advanced / Competitive)

Experienced competitive players.

Expected abilities

✅ Offensive and Defensive techniques

✅ Strong attacking and defensive skills

✅ Comfortable running quick attacks and combination plays

✅ Understands offensive systems and defensive responsibilities

✅ Consistently contributes throughout an entire match

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🥉 C+ Level (High Intermediate)

Competitive club and league players.
High school Varsity Level Player who has played in high level competitions.

Expected abilities

✅ Offensive and Defensive techniques

✅ Comfortable playing in a structured 5-1 or 6-2 offense

✅ Good court awareness

✅ Consistent execution of volleyball fundamentals

✅ Can consistently execute combo plays

✅ Can do back-row attacks

✅ Excellent passing and defense

✅ Have mastered C- level skills below:

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🟦 C-Level (Intermediate)

Minimum level required for Advanced TIV events.

A C-Level player consistently contributes to structured volleyball, not simply rally volleyball.

General Requirements

✅ Reliable serve receive

✅ Knows how to play proper rotations, defensive positioning, and transition play without being reminded.

✅Can run simple quick attacks and offensive combinations

✅ Maintains proper court positioning throughout the rally.

✅ Attacks with proper approach, timing, and shot selection.

✅ Can adapt to imperfect sets instead of simply sending the ball over.

✅ Communicates effectively and understands team responsibilities.

✅ Makes smart decisions under pressure rather than relying only on athletic ability.

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Position Expectations

Outside Hitter (OH)

✅ Consistent serve receive

✅ Reliable front-row attacker

✅ Strong backcourt defense

✅ Can terminate high balls and out-of-system sets

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Opposite Hitter (OP)

✅ Reliable front-row attacker

✅ Can consistently attack from the back row

✅ Strong blocker against opposing Outside Hitters

✅ Effective in transition offense

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Middle Blocker (MB)

✅ Runs basic quick attacks

✅ Reads the setter

✅ Closes blocks correctly

✅ Transitions efficiently between blocking and attacking

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Setter (S)

✅ Delivers hittable sets from both good and imperfect passes

✅ Can distribute the offense effectively

✅ Understands tempo and hitter selection

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Libero (L)

✅ Consistent serve receive

✅ Reliable digging

✅ Strong court coverage

✅ Can accurately set the second ball when necessary

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A C-Level player should NOT regularly:

❌ Shank routine serves

❌ Forget rotations

❌ Lose defensive positioning

❌ Send free balls on attackable sets

❌ Require teammates to explain where to stand

❌ Struggle to perform the responsibilities of their position

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Self Assessment

Before selecting C-Level, ask yourself:

✔ Can I consistently pass serves to the setter?

✔ Can I defend hard-driven attacks with control?

✔ Can I play an entire match without forgetting my rotation?

✔ Can I consistently perform the responsibilities of my position?

✔ Can I play within a structured 5-1 or 6-2 offense?

✔ Can I make offensive decisions instead of simply keeping the ball alive?

If you answered NO to several of these questions, our D-Level events will likely provide a more enjoyable experience.

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🟨 D-Level (Low Intermediate / Recreational Competitive)

Players have learned the fundamentals but are still developing consistency and game understanding.

Typical characteristics

✅ Consistent serve receive!!

✅ Can maintain rallies

✅ Understands basic rotations

✅ Offense relies mostly on high outside balls

✅ Offensive systems frequently break down after imperfect passes

✅ Focus is on rallying rather than creating offensive opportunities

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🟩 E-Level (Recreational / Beginner)

Suitable for beginners and casual players.

Typical characteristics

✅ Learning volleyball fundamentals

✅ Basic court positioning

✅ No structured offensive system

✅ Focus is on enjoyment and improvement

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📌 Important

TIV’s skill classifications are based on international club volleyball standards, not the average Meetup standard.

If you’re unsure of your level, we recommend joining one of our D-Level sessions first. Our organizers are happy to help assess your current ability and recommend the most appropriate events.

Our objective is not to exclude players, but to ensure balanced, competitive games where everyone can enjoy high-quality volleyball and continue improving.

⚠ Note: We reserve the right to decline your participation if you do not meet the required skill level.

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Same-Day Cancellations:

Same-day cancellations are strongly discouraged and generally not accepted.
Failure to show up without notice may result in a full fee charge or loss of membership privileges.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us run smooth and respectful events for everyone. Thank you!

We do have a great and energetic atmosphere!!
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❶Things to bring

Volleyball🏐(Would be a big help if you bring your own)
Indoor shoes👟
Towel
Drinks

❷Basic Information

Time: 3-6pm (pls come on time)
Place: pls click on Meetup pinpoint
Level: C level / Global Standard Intermediate
Participation fee(参加費): 800 yen
MAX: 3 teams (Net height 2.43m
Please hand over your participation fee to the organizer before the game starts.
The organizer is Ian for this schedule.
AIRCON ✅
Shower NO
Sound system NO

❸Rules and Regulations

***unexcused absence \Please contact us in case of sudden absence
Recruitment to other teams or organizations
Any action that disturbs the circle of all members
Solicitation is strictly prohibited. If you are solicited, please notify the manager immediately.
The manager reserves the right to refuse participation in the event if the any of the rules above is violated by the participant/members.

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❷情報

時間: 15:00
場所: 1F
レベル: C level
最大人数: 3 teams
参加費: 800
空調設備 YES
シャワー NO

今回の主催者はIanです。
❸規則や規制

無断欠席
※急遽休む場合は必ず連絡をください
他チーム・他団体への引き抜き、勧誘
メンバー全体の輪を乱す行為
勧誘は一切禁止します。万一、勧誘を受けた場合は速やかに管理人にお知らせください。
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