How To Jump Higher Off of COURT & SAND (Volleyball Tutorial)

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A question as old as time. “What is the difference between jumping off of court and jumping out of sand?” This video addresses the top 3 differences between court and sand.
1. The SURFACE - it goes without saying that the surfaces are vastly different and as such effect the jump in a variety of ways. One of the main issues is the return energy from the ground. Indoor jumping provides a much higher degree of access to reactive strength and elasticity. The sand however dampens the energy, so there is much higher need for absolute power output.
2. The PENULTIMATE Stride - the approach is a form of additional potential energy. The hard floor of the indoor allows for a higher degree of kinetic output through more than just applying force downward. Sand on the other hand doesn’t amortize (convert) speed as efficiently so there is a greater need for driving downward. This dramatically effects the penultimate stride (second last stride), removing much of the acceleration through that stride.
3. POWER - as a result of the lower levels of speed in the sand, athletes must prioritize force in the gym. They must apply high amounts of force through strictly driving into the ground vs being able to convert speed potential from the approach like their court jumping counterparts. We use the trap bar deadlift as a means of gaining strength and power in the gym for vertical jumping (1 of many lifts we use). Athletes should build strength first and then power. The trap bar can be used for both, the difference will be the speed of the movement. Power is moving slightly lighter weights VERY FAST, where strength is heavier loads over slightly more reps. The speed of that movement will be slightly slower because of the weight differences. Athletes should still attempt to apply force explosively!
NOTE: BOTH indoor and outdoor athletes need power training in the gym. Sand just requires it more as a focus because of the loose surface. There are of course many more requirements, but this video only addresses power/strength.
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[@kevinknight179]

Beach athlete. Love this. Sean Rosenthal has a beautiful beach approach as does Anders Mol. Can absolutely vouch for strength being paramount. Many jumpers who rely on elastic ability indoor fail to jump in sand because the ground just doesn’t give back the same amount of force to load the tendons for their jump. Great video

[@jumpguyty]

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[@kevinknight179]

Project Pure Athlete Inc. I have already shared this with some of the guys I train with here in NC. Great content deserves a dedicated audience

[@timohearn9046]

I wasn't particularly interested in the differences between beach and indoor volleyball jumping before I started watching the video, yet I was captivated the whole way through, and, found it very interesting. Makes me excited for future videos!

[@jumpguyty]

Tim O'Hearn thanks Tim!

[@justingirard9390]

I’ve been waiting for years for someone to address this. It’s nice to confirm my suspicions on the penultimate step. It’d be great to get more detail like your indoor analyses on keys before and after the penultimate step in the sand. You’ve earned a subscribe and a like from me! Thanks!

[@csebastian71]

Perfect, time to train before the warmer weather arrives to be ready for the beach. Play on both, indoor during the winter and beach as the temps are warm enough. Had a huge block the other day, and immediately thought, PPA💪🏽

[@jumpguyty]

Sebastian Schwarz that’s so amazing to hear! We love having you as a part of our community!

[@alert3186]

I have always played on court, and recently I have been trying to play on sand: I can totally feel the difference. I had understood that I couldn’t use the same technic when spiking, but didn’t know what to start with. Your tips revealed to be very useful, especially the one regarding the penultimate stride. Hopefully I won’t forget how to jump on court, otherwise it would be quite disappointing😂. Clear explanation, nice video, btw.

[@jnishijima]

could you address how jumping would be different on grass?

[@ricecatgaming]

I play beach, now getting into hard court.

[@bradevans8714]

I'm a lifelong indoor guy but have really gotten into competitive sand the last year or so

[@jumpguyty]

Brad Evans it’s a great sport!

[@n0th1ng35]

I play court but I think beach would be interesting

[@eduardomorales2751]

Should I not open up too much the penultimate step in sand? (seeking to aim for a lower squad having a longer stride). Tips to lower down if the penultimate is not as wide?

[@bout662]

I would love to be trained by you 🤚👌

[@jumpguyty]

We actually have an online training community that myself and my other coaches run! If you're interested in something like that, email [e-mail] for details!

[@spleenlmao]

Court and grass

[@nawazdadagamingpupglite3656]

Thank you my bro

[@mura_saki]

Cooouuuuurt except my cheap school uses (listen to this) *BRICKS*

[@franklinbileth]

Say sike rn

[@joachim7]

Can make a video on one foot jumping

[@jumpguyty]

Akeem Thomas yes, that is most definitely on our list!

[@joachim7]

@@jumpguyty Kool staying tune for that

[@fakemoon108]

beach. this is awesome thanks

[@jumpguyty]

It’s our pleasure!

[@Lobaay]

both

[@abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz73]

Both

[@abbys7972]

I play both

[@monusambyal9664]

Sand

[@HaydenRylee1103]

I play court volleyball

[@jonmarcello1810]

SAND!!!!!

[@nellijalapsa3448]

Beach

[@rpolary]

beach

[@neoeoi]

both