Hitting the net as a pair – a beach volleyball holiday for couples

You want to go on holiday together, but not spend the whole week lying by the pool just the two of you? A beach volleyball camp gives you both: real time as a couple and an instant connection to a whole group as soon as you step onto the court. You train and celebrate together, meet up again during breaks and after training, and still meet new people every day – without either of you having to make it happen.

Why is a camp holiday a great fit for couples?

A classic beach holiday often means you're either busy only with each other all day, or you look for separate things to do. At camp, a middle way happens automatically. You train in the same group or sometimes in different level groups, but you meet up again during breaks, after training and in the evening at the beach club. That way you get time together and company, without having to play one off against the other.

Do we need to be at the same playing level as a couple?

Not necessarily. In principle you can end up in the same training group even with different levels, but we usually put you in two different groups so each of you gets the most out of training. You'll see each other during breaks, after training and in the evening. That takes away the pressure that different levels can quickly create in a relationship – nobody has to adapt or hold back.

What does a typical day look like for a couple at camp?

If you're in different training groups or even training at different times, you won't necessarily spend every meal together – depending on the training schedule, even breakfast might sometimes be separate. At our Sunsation Beach camp in Gandía, for example, you only train in the morning, and the afternoon is free for time together on the beach, a tournament or simply relaxing. You'll see each other again during training breaks and right after training at the latest, and after the award ceremony the whole group meets at the bar to celebrate anyway. This structure gives your holiday a rhythm you'd rarely create on your own as a couple.

Can you play together in the camp tournaments?

Yes. You can sign up as a fixed duo for the camp tournaments and play together. If your levels don't quite match or you fancy playing with someone else for a change, you can simply find a tournament partner on site instead – that's a completely normal part of a camp week with us.

Does the second person have to play on holiday too?

No, nobody has to. That's what our travel companion concept is for: one person takes part in training and tournaments as normal, while the other person spends the holiday in their own way – time in our chill area on the beach, a round of cornhole, joining the camp parties, relaxing at the hotel or a walk on the beach. That way you still spend your holiday together as a couple, even if only one of you is actually at the net.

Which locations are especially good for a camp holiday together?

With its size and many years of experience, our Sunsation Beach camp in Gandía on Spain's Costa del Azahar is a popular starting point for couples, because lots of different level and age groups come together here. If you prefer something more compact and quieter, you'll find that at our location in Ravenna on the Italian Adriatic or at our new Rimini Beach Bash camp. Our camp in Durrës on the Albanian Riviera is also great for couples looking for a quieter atmosphere on the beach in addition to sport.

What if only one of us already plays beach volleyball?

That's more the rule than the exception with us. Grouping by level means the person with less experience learns the basics in a beginner group, while the other stays at their usual level. After a few days the levels are often already closer together, because both sides learn at their own pace.

What if we only have a few days off as a couple?

Then it depends on the location. Only our Sunsation Beach camp in Gandía allows flexible, individual arrival and departure, so a shorter trip together around bridge days is easy to plan. At our other locations like Ravenna, Rimini or Durrës, fixed camp weeks with a minimum travel period apply – there it's best to plan a full week together right away.

Frequently asked questions

Are couples automatically put in the same training group?

Only if your playing level is similar. Otherwise you train in different groups and meet up again during breaks, after training and in the evening.

Is a camp suitable if only one of us has beach volleyball experience?

Yes, that happens a lot. Grouping by level means both sides can train at their own pace.

Is there any time just for the two of us on a camp holiday?

Yes. The daily schedule leaves room for time together on the beach, during breaks and in the evening – training and the group are an addition to, not a replacement for, time as a couple.

Which location is good for a first camp together?

Our Sunsation Beach camp in Gandía, thanks to its size and broad mix of levels, is a great starting point for couples with different experience.

Can we sign up as a fixed playing pair?

Of course, that's just as possible as being grouped separately by level – just let us know your preference when booking.

Can we play together as a couple in the tournaments?

Yes, you can sign up as a fixed duo. If your levels don't match or you want to switch things up, you can also find a tournament partner spontaneously on site.

Does my partner have to play beach volleyball too?

No. As a travel companion, the second person can spend their time at camp without any training – on the beach, playing cornhole, at the parties or simply relaxing at the hotel.

Conclusion

A beach volleyball camp gives you as a couple exactly what a pure beach holiday often can't: time together within a clear framework and still a connection to a whole group. Sounds like your next summer together? Then see you at the net – you'll find all camps and dates on volleytours.com/en/camps-events.

come as a player, leave as a friend