You improve fastest at volleyball by doing a few things right from the start. These seven tips help you keep more balls in play and enjoy the game.
Basics first
Stay low and ready, move to the ball and take it in front of your body. Calm and placement beat hard, wild play.
“Call the ball, move your feet and keep it simple – that beats swinging hard.”
Drills
Stay low and ready
Knees bent, weight forward, hands in front – ready to move.
Move to the ball
Always get behind the ball so you can play it in front of your body.
Call your ball
Shout ‘mine!’ so you don’t collide with a teammate – communication wins points.
Keep it simple
Pass the ball cleanly up to your setter first; power comes later.
Forearm pass first, then set
Master the forearm pass before moving on to overhead setting.
Play lots of rallies
Aim to keep the ball up as long as possible – that teaches more than spiking.
Frequently asked questions
Which skill should I learn first?
The forearm pass – almost every rally starts with a pass off the forearms.
How do I avoid collisions with teammates?
Always call your ball loudly (‘mine!’). Communication is as important as technique.
Power or control first?
Control. A ball that lands cleanly on your setter beats a hard, wild swing.
Can adults start volleyball?
Yes. Many clubs run recreational and beginner sessions where you learn while playing.
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