Our Coaches.

Meet the inspiring coaches and enthusiastic team members who drive TOOP O TOOR forward. Coming from diverse backgrounds, we are all brought together by a shared love for exceptional sports and commitment to excellence.

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Our passionate staff, experts in Volleyball, are the cornerstone of our success, and we are proud to work with some of the best in the field. Discover more about our dedicated coaches and their unique stories below.

Their expertise and unwavering dedication are what set us apart and help us achieve our goals. We believe that behind every great team is a team of great coaches, and we’re excited for you to get to know the individuals who make TOOP O TOOR special. Together, we continue to grow, learn, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the sport we love.

Head Coach

Iraj Mozaffari.

Iraj is a long life volleyball player and coach. He is father of a girl and a boy teenage and family man.

Iraj played volleyball for 20 years in international and national levels. Then he began coaching different levels and ages team in clubs and national levels since 2003.

These are some of his highlights:

International Coach diploma from FIVB (Levels 1 & 2)
Silver Medalist in 2017 USAV Open National Championships FOG Masters and Adult Volleyball team representing Canada.
Designed a specific method of exercise which places an emphasis on mostly leg training workout to enhance overall strength, speed, agility and endurance which resulted in my team winning the Asian championship
6 of my female players were accepted into the women national volleyball team of Iran
12 years experience as a Volleyball coach in a national level for different age groups such as 11U, 13U, 15U, 18U and 19U, 21U as well as adult level
Achieved 3rd place in 2007 World Championship for 21U in Morocco (Assistant Coach)
Achieved 1st place in 2012 Asian Championship for 18U in Iran (Head Coach)
Achieved 4th place in 2013 World Championship for 19U in Mexico (Head Coach)
Participated in 2006 World Championship for adult in Japan (Assistant Coach)
Achieved 3rd place in 1997 Asian Men’s Club Volleyball Championship in Lebanon (Team Captain)
Director of Tehran Volleyball Coach Association for 2 years

Coach

Ahmad Abouali.

Ahmad is a crucial team member at TOOP O TOOR, he plays a role as our assistant coach. Ahmad was born in Tehran, Iran but moved to Canada in 1995.

As an accomplished man, he has a bachelor’s degree in Medical Imaging (Radiology) and had been working as a Medical Radiation Technologist at Vancouver General Hospital since 1997.

Ever since he was in his youth, he has always been involved in sports such as taekwondo and soccer. But even then, volleyball has always been his favorite and he is incredibly passionate about the sport. Ahmad used to play primarily as a setter although he is skillful in all aspects of volleyball. In 2016, he helped Iraj found the TOOP O TOOR volleyball club.

With him as assistant coach, they then a proceeded to lead their U13 girls’ team to win first place at the 2019 BC club provincials. Due to his immense passion for his job and volleyball he has a very dedicated and focused character.

Ahmad’s love for helping others and devotion to volleyball make him the perfect assistant coach. He is also a married man who enjoys spending time with his family and friends and loves being involved with any kind of volleyball related activity.

Coach

Niaz Mozaffari.

Niaz is a passionate volleyball player and coach who has been immersed in the sport since the age of five, inspired by her father, national player Iraj Mozaffari.

A proud member of Toop O Toor since 2015, she is currently studying Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University while helping young athletes grow their skills and love for the game.

Volleyball Experiences & Leaderships:

Team Captain – U13 Girls, Toop O Toor (2019)
1st Place – BC Provincial Championships, Division 1
Team Captain – U14 Girls, Toop O Toor (2020)
Season impacted by COVID-19 (No Provincials)
Team Captain – U16 Girls, Toop O Toor (2022)
5th Place – BC Provincial Championships, Division 1
2nd Place – National Championships, Division 2
Player – U18 Girls, BCO Black (2023)
BC School Sports ‘AAA’ Girls Volleyball Provincial Championships (2022–2023)
2nd Place Finish

Coaching Experiences:

Assistant Coach – U13 Girls (2022)
1st Place – BC Provincial Championships, Division 1
1st Place – Nationals, U14 Division 2
Assistant Coach – U14 Boys (2022)
3rd Place – BC Provincials, Division 2
Assistant Coach – U14 Girls Black (2023)
2nd Place – BC Provincials, Division 1
Assistant Coach – U14 Girls White (2023)
1st Place – BC Provincials, Division 3
Assistant Coach – U13 Girls Black & White (2024)
Assistant Coach – U14 Girls (2024)
1st Place – BC Provincials, Division 2
Assistant Coach – U15 Girls Black & White (2024)
Assistant Coach – U13 Girls Black & White (2025)
Assistant Coach – U16 Girls Black & White (2025)
Coach kids age group of 6-16 year old

Coach

Arisa Shayan-Arani.

Arisa Shayan is a proud and dedicated coach at Toop-O-Toor Volleyball Club. She’s been coaching at TOT for three years, but her journey with the club began much earlier. Back in 2017, she was one of the very first players to join, and at just eight years old, one of the youngest! Under Coach Iraj Mozaﬀari’s guidance, she discovered a lifelong love for volleyball that continues to inspire her today.

In the future, Arisa hopes to pursue a career in physiotherapy, a field she became passionate about through her athletic experiences. For now, her goal is to help as many young athletes as possible discover the joy of volleyball, developing not only their skills but also the confidence, teamwork, and passion that come with it.

Volleyball Experiences & Leaderships:

Volleyball Player (10+ years)
– School Team
– Club Team
Volleyball Coach (3 years)
– U13 team 2023
– U13 teams 2024
– Age groups 7-15
Physiotherapy Volunteer
30+ hours

Education:

Simon Fraser University - Health Science Program
Volleyball Canada Certified Coach - NCCP
West Vancouver Secondary School - Dogwood Diploma

Coach

Kimia.

Kimia began playing volleyball in 2008 and has remained dedicated to the sport ever since. While she participated in a variety of sports throughout her childhood, volleyball has always been her favourite and most significant sport. In 2018, she started coaching, working with children aged 3 to 16 across multiple sports, including volleyball, badminton, and basketball.

In 2024, she moved to Vancouver to attend dental school at UBC. Shortly after relocating, her dad came across an Instagram post from Toop-O-Toor Volleyball Club and shared it with her. She reached out to the club and began attending their adult volleyball sessions. During this time, Coach Mozaffari invited her to assist with classes, marking the beginning of her coaching journey with the TOT club.

Training & Coaching Strategies.

Media Interviews.

Iraj is a passionate volleyball player and coach with over 20 years of experience at the international and national levels. He is also a dedicated family man, father to a teenage girl and boy. Since 2003, he has been coaching teams of various ages, sharing his expertise and love for the sport.

Interested in becoming part of our team?

We’re always looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join the Toop O Toor Volleyball Club family. Whether you’re an aspiring player, a coach, or a volunteer eager to contribute to a positive and energetic environment, we welcome you. By becoming part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills, share your love for the sport, and make a lasting impact on our community. Join us and experience the rewarding journey of developing talent, building friendships, and representing a club that values loyalty, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

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Our Coaches.

Iraj Mozaffari.

Ahmad Abouali.

Niaz Mozaffari.

Arisa Shayan-Arani.

Kimia.

Training & Coaching Strategies.

Media Interviews.

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