Volleyball camps are a great way to get reps, work on skills and learn from the best in a fun and engaging setting. They are also a great professional source to meet coaches, current players and sometimes former professional volleyball players.
Most camps are for players who are younger and in school, though there are some adult clinics as well for adults looking to perfect their passes or spice up their spikes.
Most camps happen over the summer, so you won’t have to worry about them interfering with school, and they range from just day-long camps to multi-day, sleepaway camps. You can never play too much volleyball!
Whether you’re looking to get scouted or you’re just looking to improve your game, volleyball camps are a great option to check out.
Still, different players require different camps, so we broke down what you should consider when picking a volleyball camp this summer, whether you’re a beginner, beach player or college prospect.
Volleyball Camps for Beginners and Younger Players
If you’re a beginner or you have a little one who is a beginner, then volleyball camps are a great way to introduce them to the game. The coaches at these camps are able to provide a safe and fun space filled with players at their same skill level.
For beginners and younger players, you should consider these three things when picking out a volleyball camp:
All Skills Camps vs. Position Camps
With indoor volleyball camps, the university or organization putting on the camp will typically give you different options for different skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced.
But another common camp is called an all skills camp, where the player will participate in a low-stakes tryout and coaches will place the player in the appropriate group based on their skill level. These camps are great for players just starting out because they are able to practice every skill intently instead of sticking to one position.
Position camps are great as players grow older and start to know what position they want to play. These camps can help players hone in on specific skills needed for their positions, but for beginners, it might be best to go with an all skills camp to let them try their hand at everything, so they can find out what they like best.
Day Camps vs. Sleepaway Camps
Day camps are a great way to get started because you don’t have to spend the night away from home if you’re younger and you’re…