Our process is based on the following sequence, as described by the International Federation of Volleyball (FIVB):
We teach the game through a combination of drills and Mini Volleyball.
A modified version of volleyball:
A reduced court, lower net | No more than 4-players per side |
Always aim for 3 passes | All players play all positions |
Focus on serving under-hand to make sure all players learn how to pass properly | Once players have strong passing skills, we begin teaching overhand serve |
Training sessions are planned from easy to difficult, but we try to avoid fatigue to ensure concentration | We make training interesting by introducing game-like situations and contests |
Maximum contact means maximum learning |
There is a time and a place for everything and when it comes to specialization, it should be later not sooner |
Players learn best by playing, not watching | Develop well rounded players and they will always be in demand |
Don’t just explain how to do it, make sure they understand why: maximize volleyball IQ | In the early ages it is important to emphasize collaboration over competition |
While the training must be fun, it must also be structured and disciplined | As with all subject matters, learning is maximized when we break down the process into small manageable parts however |
It is important to continually challenge the players with new concepts in order to avoid learning stagnation/boredom