Beach Volleyball

Beach Volleyball

Updated: June 03, 2009

By Christa Fletcher

Hey, beach v-baller. What do you know about this sandy sport? Dig in to the history of beach volleyball, organizations like the California Beach Volleyball Association (CBVA) and the Association for Volleyball Professionals (AVP).

Whether you have dream of going head to head with the best beach volleyball players in the world, or simply ruling your local courts, we also have some great new moves for you to master. Plus, there's no harm in getting a refresher on the six fundamentals skills.

Don't forget to take the volleyball quiz and test your knowledge of v-ball lingo, the history of the sport and some specs on Olympic Beach Volleyball.
Image: Quiz: Beach Volleyball 101
Quiz: Beach Volleyball 101

Leave your beach blanket at home -- this is one sport where digging your heels into the sand is only the beginning.

 
Image: Guide: Smooth Moves
Guide: Smooth Moves

Don't shank it! Get down and sandy by learning these 6 basic volleyball skills.

 
 


 

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