Advanced Line Judge Camps
NEW IN 2026! Immerse yourself in an elite experience at a PAVO Advanced Line Judge Camp! Advanced Line Judge Camps are a new tier of line judge camps that will be held in conjunction with an Advanced Referee Camp. Designed for experienced collegiate line judges who aspire to break into the top-tier Division I conferences and/or are preparing to pursue a PAVO National Line Judge certification in the upcoming fall season, these camps offer unmatched opportunities for participants to elevate their game. At these camps, participants will have the opportunity to challenge their skills, refine their techniques, and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-level environment under the instruction and guidance of the nation's most experienced collegiate line judges. Video recordings with voice-over commentary are included as a part of this experience. This is more than just a training camp—it's a unique opportunity for participants to showcase their skills, gain recognition, and take a significant step toward the next level of their collegiate line judging careers!
Participants who excel at a PAVO Advanced Line Judge Camp may receive a recommendation for their 2026 NRT Application. However, a recommendation is not guaranteed and is contingent upon the approval of the camp staff. Current PAVO National Line Judges can also earn a point toward their certification renewal following a successful performance at a PAVO Advanced Line Judge Camp.
The application window closed on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 11:59 PM (CT).
The registration fee is $300 for PAVO members and $450 for non-members.
The completed application must be electronically submitted by the registration deadline. Additionally, the full registration fee must be paid online, via the PAVO E-Store, by the same deadline.
All Advanced Line Judge Camp applicants will be notified of their acceptance status within one week of the registration deadline. If your application is NOT selected, PAVO will issue a full refund to the credit card used for payment.
2026 Advanced Line Judge Camp Schedule
March 27-28, 2026 - Houston FAST Complex (Houston, TX). Registration is closed.
PAVO is excited to return to this premier collegiate showcase tournament, hosted by the Houston Juniors Volleyball Club and renowned for its fierce, high-level competition. In conjunction with our Advanced Referee Camp, this camp will provide opportunities for experienced line judges to further develop and enhance their skills while working high-level competition. Competing teams include top Division I programs from the American, Big XII, C-USA, SEC, Southland, and SWAC Conferences, providing an intense, fast-paced environment that offers participants an unparalleled opportunity to hone their skills and gain invaluable experience. A specialized classroom session and on-court, expert training and instruction will be provided by some of the nation's most experienced, top-level line judges.
STAFF:
- Dan Swensen (Director of PAVO Line Judge Training and Development; NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
- Christi Alltop (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
- Talita Benavides (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
- Chez Slayton (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
- Doug Swensen (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
Accepted participants from out of town are encouraged to fly into either the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or the William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). IAH is a bit closer to the playing venue.
April 3-4, 2026 - Georgia Institute of Technology (Atlanta, GA). Registration is closed.
PAVO is excited to return to Georgia Tech to offer participants an elite camp experience. In conjunction with our Advanced Referee Camp, this camp will provide opportunities for experienced line judges to further develop and enhance their skills while working high-level competition. This collegiate invitational tournament boasts intense competition, and the action will be fierce with teams from the ACC, SEC, and various other Division I conferences battling it out on the court. A specialized classroom session and on-court, expert training and instruction will be provided by some of the nation's most experienced, top-level line judges.
The Big South Qualifier (BSQ) will take place at the nearby Georgia World Congress Center from April 3-5, 2026. Participants who are accepted to this PAVO camp and commit to working a half day on Friday and a full day on Sunday will receive complimentary housing and compensation for working the qualifier. For those who wish to register for the qualifier, please register for the tournament ("2026 NIKE Big South National Qualifier WKND 2") on the SportWrench website. If you do not already have a SportWrench account, you will need to create one. When registering for the tournament on SportWrench, please indicate that you are participating in the PAVO camp and are only available to officiate the AM wave on Friday and on Sunday.
STAFF:
- Rachel Jensen (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge; 2025 NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Final Four Line Judge)
- Sarah Myres (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge; 2025 NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Final Four Line Judge)
- Ryan Feickert (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
- Jason Schmidt (NCAA Division I/PAVO National Line Judge)
Accepted participants from out of town are encouraged to fly into the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).