BEACH FAQ'S

Do I need a partner to participate in FPVC Beach?

A partner is not required to participate in our beach program, but is recommended so they have someone consistently to practice with. HOWEVER, partners are not permanent! They can change every practice and tournament if the players work it out. If numbers are even and your partner is absent, you will be paired with another athlete who is without a partner during practice.

What should I wear to practice?

Athletic wear (shorts/spandex/athletic bottoms with shirt/tank top/sports bra) should be worn. No kneepads or shoes are needed. Sand socks are recommended because the sand can get hot.

Am I required to play in tournaments?

We do expect everyone to play in at least one tournament during the beach season.

Do I have to have experience playing beach volleyball?

Absolutely not! We love teaching new beach athletes about the sport!

Do I have to have volleyball experience?

Yes. We do require that our athletes have some volleyball foundation with at least a year of club experience.

Does FPVC register me for beach tournaments?

Unlike in indoor, FPVC plays no role in tournament registration. It is up to the individual athlete to register for tournaments.

Is there coaching at every tournament?

For the out of area/travel tournaments, we guarantee coaching. For local tournaments, it is not guaranteed - even though we do have coaches at almost every local (Sacramento) tournament. We have a google form on our 2025 tournaments page so we can keep track of where athletes are playing each week. Please fill out that form each weekend you play to keep us in the loop.