Volleyball drills are specialized exercises that enhance teams and players volleyball skills. There are numerous volleyball drills that teams and players can utilize in order to improve and further develop their skills in all areas of the game such as passing, serving, attacking, setting, blocking, and digging. From beginners to well-seasoned players, drills can help all players gain repetitions in various skills and positions; the more repetitions, the better a player can become.
“Around the World” is a serving drill, and its purpose is for players to practice serving to the six different zones on the court. Being able to serve and target any area on the court is a valuable skill to have, especially when playing an opponent.
Servers vs. Passers is a drill that gives teams the opportunity to practice their serve-receive skills. The goal of this drill is to improve the skills of passers and encourage aggressive serving.
A popular setting drill is called the “Front-Back Challenge." The purpose of this drill is for the setter to feel comfortable adjusting to last minute directions on where to set the ball, as well as practice consistently setting the ball to any of the front row hitters: outside, middle, and right side.
Blocking is a key component in the game of volleyball, and is the first line of defense against an attack. A drill that allows players to work on their blocking skills is called "Blocking Various Attacks]." The purpose of this drill is to teach blockers to block a variety of attacks that will come from the opponents side of the court.
Digging is another key component in that it is the second line of defense against an attack in the game of volleyball. A drill that allows players to hone their defensive digging skills is called "Digging Drill". The purpose of this drill is for players to practice absorbing the ball.