EP #156 Why Adapting to the Sand Is the Missing Piece in Your Beach Volleyball Training

Ever wondered why some beach courts feel like quicksand while others play almost like hardwood? In this episode of the Better at Beach podcast, Mark Burik and Brandon Joyner break down how sand depth and quality directly impact beach volleyball attack and performance. They share practical tips on recognizing the type of sand and adapting your gameplay. From the deep, challenging sand of Hermosa Beach to the shallow, springy surfaces found in Florida, learn how to recognize different sand types, and to adapt your attack and defensive strategies. You’ll also get Mark and Brandon’s insights from coaching at recent volleyball tournaments, sand court maintenance, training approaches, and how future tournaments might evolve with varying surfaces. 💪 GET YOUR FREE DRILLBOOK to level up your game OR CHECK OUT OUR MEMBERSHIP & WORKOUTS AND GET: 💪 🏐 VOLLEYBALL TECHNIQUE & STRATEGY 🔥 VOLLEYBALL COACHING 🔥 WORKOUTS FOR VOLLEYBALL 🔥 LOOK BETTER AT THE BEACH 🎽👕 Grab Your Swag Now! Chapters 00:00 The Impact of Sand on Volleyball Performance 09:57 Building and Maintaining Sand Courts 19:58 Adapting Gameplay to Different Sand Conditions 27:23 Transitioning from Indoor to Beach Volleyball 29:34 Training Techniques for Explosiveness on Sand 32:20 Adapting Offensive Strategies for Different Sand Types 35:58 Timing and Approach Adjustments in Beach Volleyball 39:34 The Impact of Sand Quality on Performance 42:33 Exploring Variability in Beach Volleyball Tournaments 46:06 The Future of Beach Volleyball Tournaments