Is volleyball a physically demanding sport?

The answer is yes! Parents, don’t be deceived by memories of elementary school volleyball, six players on a side, standing motionless like scarecrows waiting for the ball to come to you. Volleyball is a multi-faceted, athletically demanding sport. Practices are often fast paced, with plenty of cardiovascular exercises and movements. Running, jumping and “hitting the floor” are all part of the sport. To perform at your best during a game, you must be ready physically and mentally.

In volleyball, you go to the ball, you don’t wait for the ball to come to you. Watch a college, university or our national teams play. You may be surprised to see some of the best conditioned athletes of any sport playing volleyball.