Passing · Beginner
1-on-1 Passing
This is a good passing drill for beginners as it reinforces the idea that in beach volleyball it is beneficial to keep the pass 'smaller' and 'closer' than you would in the indoor game. The athletes also get high repetitions on the ball.
How to run it
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Coach or athlete serves (or throws) the ball at a passer on the other side of the net. The athlete who is passing the ball aims to catch their own ball. If there are 2 athletes they should start in normal passing position and the non-passer can catch the ball passed by their partner.
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Coach emphasis: Keep passing reps game-like and technically clean.
Why we run it
This is a good passing drill for beginners as it reinforces the idea that in beach volleyball it is beneficial to keep the pass 'smaller' and 'closer' than you would in the indoor game. The athletes also get high repetitions on the ball.
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