Beach volleyball is usually played between two teams of two players, but it can be played by more.

The aim of the game is to stop the ball from landing on your side of the court whilst trying to ground the ball on your opponent’s side. Each side is allowed a maximum of three touches before the ball must be hit over the net.

Matches are decided by a best of three format with the first two sets being played to 21 points and 15 points in a third set if required. 

Grab a volleyball and head to the beach with your friends and family to get a taste of what this simple yet supreme sport is all about.

If you want to do more than just rock up to the beach, check out the yellow umbrella icons on our venue finder below to locate beach volleyball courts near you.

There is a burgeoning beach volleyball scene in England with more beach volleyball clubs popping up all of the time. These will offer regular sessions where you can find yourself diving into the beach volleyball culture and becoming part of the local community. There is a burgeoning beach volleyball scene in England with more beach volleyball clubs popping up all of the time. These will offer regular sessions where you can find yourself diving into the beach volleyball culture and becoming part of the local community.

For the more experienced player. The ever-expanding UK Beach Tour includes 1, 2, 3-star and Grand Slam competitions for senior and junior players at locations all over the country.