A Guide To Beach Volleyball

A Guide To Beach Volleyball

A Guide To Beach Volleyball

Going to the beach isn't all about chilling out and picking up a tan; it's about having a great time too! Beach volleyball is cheap, fun and easy to set up; all you need is a volleyball (or any similar sized ball), a net, and some willing participants.

Developing at a similar time to modern surfing, beach volleyball shares the casual, relaxed attitude of surfing. Being played on sand, there is no such thing as correct or recommended attire; the vast majority of players play in whatever is comfortable for them. Most players, even at a professional level, play barefoot. Anyone can play beach volleyball; it is easy on the limbs and an excellent way to keep active and make new friends while on the beach. Any quality sports shop will stock a decent volleyball and net for a reasonable price.

The rules are very similar to those of indoor volleyball. The official court measurements for beach volleyball are 8 metres by 16 metres, although this can be easily adjusted to suit your level of play. The net should be roughly 2 to 2.5 metres off the ground. Typically, a team consists of 2 players on each side of the net. To score a point, a team must manage to either ground the ball in the opponents' court, or the opposing team must commit a fault. A fault generally consists of failing to return the ball into court across the net; either by hitting the net, or sending the ball outside of the boundaries of play. Teams are allowed to contact the ball a maximum of 3 times, with no one player allowed to touch the ball on consecutive occasions. One player from each team begins each point by serving the ball into the opposition's court area.

Matches generally consist of a best out of 3 set format; that is, the first team to win 2 sets is the victor. To win a set, one team must reach 21 points, with a minimum 2 point advantage over the opposition.

When playing for the first time, certain terminology may confuse you. In particular, a 'dig' is a shot performed when you scoop the ball upwards when the ball is low. Another common shot is known as the 'spike'; the action of hitting the ball forcefully downwards into the opponent's area. There are a few others, but you will pick them up quickly the more you play.

Of course, it is not imperative to follow all these rules to the letter of the law. It is far more important to have fun; if the net is a little too low, or you happen to be playing with a football, it doesn't matter; just enjoy yourself! Beach volleyball is a relaxed, enjoyable sport when played in the right spirit. Go hard, keep it light hearted and try to make friends with your opponents.

Beach volleyball is fantastic fun and is easily accessible to all, being one of the best ways in which to remain active whilst on the beach. Next time you head to the beach, set up a game with your friends and see how many people join you!

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