What you take home from a beach volleyball camp – 7 things that stay with you

Your suitcase is packed and the sand is already in your shoes: when the camp week comes to an end, you take home more than a tan. Here are seven things that stay with you after a beach volleyball camp.

1. Sand in your suitcase

You'll still be finding it weeks later: in your sports bag, in your shoes, in your towel. It's the sure proof that the week was real.

Most people are annoyed for a moment – and then smile anyway.

2. New faces you recognise

On arrival day, many of our locations have a social scramble: teammates change set by set. That way you play with quite a lot of people in a single afternoon.

By the end of the week you don't just know names, but also who has the best serve and who tells the best stories.

3. A tournament story

At our camp tournaments you can compete as a fixed duo or find a tournament partner spontaneously on site.

Whether you win or not: you'll be telling the story of the decisive ball for a long time. After the award ceremony, the group meets at the bar to celebrate together.

4. Tan lines that belong to the court

A bit of a tan is part of it, but so is the outline of your sunglasses or the line on your knee. The rule here: apply sunscreen regularly. Reapplying maintains the protection, but doesn't extend it.

Light sand also reflects UV radiation, so better protect yourself once too often.

5. Real relaxation

A camp is training and holiday at the same time. On Crete, for example, there's only morning training – the afternoon is yours.

If you travel with a companion who doesn't want to play at all, there's room on the beach to switch off: depending on the location, a chill area, cornhole or a walk by the sea.

6. Friends instead of acquaintances

What makes it special is the vibe: small groups, nice people, a chilled atmosphere. You play together, eat together and laugh together.

By the end of the week, fellow players have often become friends. That's exactly what we mean by: come as a player, leave as a friend.

7. Longing for next time

At home it's suddenly too quiet, too grey, too far from the sea. That's normal – and the reason why many guests come back.

You can already guess how this goes: you're looking at the next camp before the sand is even out of your suitcase.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a fixed playing partner for the camp?

No. At the social scramble you change partners set by set, and for the tournaments you can find a tournament partner spontaneously on site.

Do I have to play in the camp tournament?

You can compete as a fixed duo or find a partner spontaneously. If you'd rather watch or simply enjoy your holiday, you're just as welcome.

Can my companion come along even if they don't play?

Yes, as a travel companion. They don't have to take part in training or tournaments, but can enjoy the chill area, cornhole, camp parties, beach walks or relaxing time at the hotel.

Which countries do the camps take place in?

Our camps take place in Spain, Italy, Greece, Albania and Germany, among others. You'll find the current locations and dates on our camp page.

Fancy your own list? Then choose your camp and collect your own stories. You'll find all camps and dates on volleytours.com/en/camps-events – come as a player, leave as a friend.