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Beach Volleyball
Built for the sand - beach volleyballs are slightly larger, softer and water-resistant to handle sun, wind and moisture. A staple in every beach volleyball bag.
How to choose: look for a durable, weather-resistant cover and a bit of give for barehanded play; pair it with sand socks and sunglasses.
It depends on the tour. The Mikasa FIVB 2023 Official Beach Volleyball is used in international FIVB competition, while the Wilson OPTX AVP Official Game Volleyball is the ball of the AVP pro tour. The Baden Beach Elite Championship Ball and the Nike Beach Championship Volleyball are also built for competitive play. Check your tournament or league rules for the required ball.
Official game balls use the same premium cover and construction as the pros, with the softest touch and most consistent flight. Replica balls, like the Wilson OPTX AVP Replica or the Mikasa Beach Classic Official Replica, have the same look and size with a more durable cover at a lower price. They're a great choice for practice, recreational leagues and everyday play on the sand.
For the beach, the cottage or the backyard, choose a durable, soft ball that's comfortable on bare forearms. The Wilson AVP Movement and AVP Cast Away, the Mikasa Recreational Beach Volleyball and the Nike Beach Volleyball are popular, affordable picks. They hold up well to sun and sand without the price of an official game ball.
Beach volleyballs use a lower pressure than indoor balls, usually about 2.5 to 3.2 psi. Always follow the pressure printed near the valve. Lower pressure gives a softer touch and makes the ball float more, which is why beach balls feel so different from indoor volleyballs. Check the pressure with a gauge before playing, since heat and cold make the air inside expand and shrink.
Yes. Beach volleyballs have water-resistant covers built to handle sweat, humidity, damp sand and the occasional splash. To make yours last, rinse off salt water and sand, let it dry at room temperature, and avoid leaving it in direct sun or a hot car for hours, which can stretch the cover and change its pressure. Store it in a volleyball bag between games.
Beyond the ball, most players bring sand socks to protect their feet from hot or cold sand, sunglasses to track the ball in bright sun, a water bottle to stay hydrated, and slides or sandals for between games. Find everything in our beach volleyball collection.