Benefits of Beach Training for Indoor Players

I often get asked - What is the best session you offer that will prepare athletes for the next indoor season?

It may seem strange, but the answer is the two's beach training. Working in the sand twice a week increases the participant's vertical jump, foot speed, serving skills and reading the ball for serve reception. The player gets many touches because there are only two of them on the court at a time. Playing in the sand, wind and sun for two months or more makes the indoor skills seem easy as it is a very calm environment in comparison. This summer, we are offering beach training and jump training so players can be active from Monday -to Thursday and play tournaments on the weekend. If you are not ready for school tryouts after that, I would be shocked.

And then, just before school starts, we have Made the Cut Camps. They are designed to get ready for school tryouts and make the cut, so they are members of their school teams.

The Benefits of Training in the Sand for Indoor Volleyball Players

Sand Court Experts - May 21, 2018

The benefit of playing beach volleyball is starting to become recognized by many collegiate coaches across the country for indoor volleyball players. Playing beach volleyball is believed to be one of the best training methods, so it’s becoming common for indoor volleyball players to take to the sand during the off season. For indoor volleyball players, playing sand volleyball provides players with additional training, while increasing their physical capabilities. Playing sand volleyball is a different ‘animal’ than indoor volleyball, and because of the nature of the game and the unstable surface (the sand), it becomes a training tool that can help increase volleyball players stability and can aid in their core strength training. All while working on the players’ weak areas.

Ever since sand volleyball has become an official collegiate sport, coaches have been encouraging their players to play beach volleyball to help them dramatically improve their indoor game. Some of your competition may already be elevating their game by playing on the sand, so don’t get left behind. If you are a volleyball player and want to improve your game dramatically, check out some of the benefits of training in the sand for indoor volleyball players.

A beach volleyball player does it all, block, set, as well as hit. If you are weak in any of these areas, playing on the sand will force you to work on all of your skills. Helping you become a developed, well-rounded volleyball player.
If you want to become a more adaptable player and improve your ball control skills, playing outside on the sand will certainly help. Between the sun, sand, wind, and the elements, it’s hard always to know what to expect.
Instead of having multiple players on each side of the court, you have fewer players around you, so you are less likely to have others bail you out of your mistakes. As a result, players learn how to read the game and anticipate the plays better.
Looking to increase your speed and agility? Play volleyball in the sand! It’s harder to move around on an unstable surface, forcing you to expend more energy. There’s no better way to increase your jump and quickness than by playing on the sand.
Generally, you play doubles in sand volleyball, so when there are only two of you, communication becomes a requirement. Playing with one other person forces you to come up with a strategy and create a game plan together.

Friday, April 15, 2022

Happy Easter Everyone

Upcoming Sessions After Easter

Sunday, April 10, 2022

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Two private lessons are Available

Covid has stopped athletes from attending Monday, April 11th sessions, so we have a last-minute opening. If you are looking for private here is an opportunity.

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I got the chance this weekend to watch a pile of athletes who have attended the academy showing their skills at a SaskCup. I am so proud of the volleyball community and the number of athletes with smiles. Volleyball is a game and should be fun, and this weekend, it was great to be one of the spectators who could watch the beautiful sport and incredible athletes. I am blessed to have had the opportunity to be part of athletes' volleyball journey. Thank you all for your interest in the academy, and keep smiling.