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Volleyball drills that actually work, from beginner volleyball drills to defence, plus rules made simple and free tools for your next match. For players, parents and coaches.
New to volleyball?
Four pages that cover the drills, positions, rules and rotation you need first.
Volleyball drills that matter.
Step-by-step drills with coaching points, plus the guides every new player needs.
Passing drills for volleyball: the passing pairs drill
Passing drills for volleyball start here: the passing pairs drill builds a stable platform with setup, reps, coaching points and progressions.
Pepper: the classic warm-up that trains everything
Pass, set, hit, repeat. A fast partner rally that sharpens control and reactions.
Serving targets: stop floating, start scoring
A zone-based serving routine that builds accuracy under mild pressure.
Live match scoreboard
Big tap targets, set tracking, win-by-two logic and the 15-point deciding set. Saves on your device.
Keep scoreRotation planner
See the clockwise volleyball rotation on a court. Know who is serving and who is in the front row at every step.
Plan rotationsRotations, rules & drills.
5-1 Volleyball Rotation Explained (With Diagram)
The 5-1 volleyball rotation explained: one setter, six rotations, front-row and back-row setter rotations, with a diagram, table and FAQ.
6-2 Volleyball Rotation: How It Works (and 6-2 vs 5-1 vs 4-2)
6-2 volleyball rotation explained: two setters, three front-row hitters every rotation, plus a 6-2 vs 5-1 vs 4-2 comparison table and FAQ.
Beginner Volleyball Drills: 8 Simple Drills to Start With
Beginner volleyball drills you can run with a partner or small group: 8 simple drills with setup, reps and a coaching point for each.
Learn the game.
Basic volleyball rules in 5 minutes
Basic volleyball rules explained simply: scoring, rotation, the three-touch rule and common faults, so you can follow and play a match tonight.
Volleyball positions explained
Volleyball positions explained: court positions 1 to 6, plus the setter, outside, opposite, middle and libero roles, with a diagram and FAQ.
The four reps.
Pass
A steady platform makes everything else possible.
Set
Soft hands, high ball, good decisions.
Attack
Approach, timing and a smart shot.
Defend
Read the hitter, stay low, keep it alive.
Quick answers.
Do I need a full court to practise?
No. Most drills here work with a partner and a ball. A wall, a net or a backyard line is plenty.
How often should I train?
Two or three focused sessions a week beats one long one. Short, regular practice builds touch faster.
Are the tools free?
Yes. The scoreboard and rotation planner run in your browser, with no signup. The scoreboard remembers your match on your own device only.
What level are the drills for?
Each one is labelled beginner, intermediate or advanced so you can pick the right challenge.
What are good beginner volleyball drills?
Start with passing pairs, wall setting and serving to zones. Our 8 beginner volleyball drills list gives the setup and reps for each.
Where can I learn volleyball positions and rotation?
Read volleyball positions explained, then try the volleyball rotation planner and the 5-1 rotation guide.