BEACH VOLLEYBALL FAQ’S
When will I get an email with info about the event?
– An email will go out Friday by 6 pm, on the day before the event with the schedule. The email will also include information regarding the weather, check in link, live-scoring link and any other relevant information. Please Do NOT contact us prior to Friday evening regarding the schedule as we need time to create it. If we can safely run a tournament, we will.
How does the beach schedule work?
– Both pool play, and playoff brackets are played on the same day for the age groups. Typically, Pool Play in the morning, followed by Playoff Brackets in the afternoon. Anyone can follow the schedule and results live by clicking on the tournament link.
What time should I be there in the morning?
– Check-in the morning of your event between 8:15am-8:40am. Check-in can be done on-site or via the check-in link provided in a separate email from Volleyball Life the morning of the tournament. Matches will begin promptly by 9am. Should your event begin at a later time, you will be notified of your check-in time 1-2 days prior to the event.
Is there a gate fee to get into the beach pavilion?
– There is no gate charge to enter. There is WiFi, power and shade. There is limited seating provided, please plan accordingly. There are outdoor showers for athletes. There are bathrooms on site, please know we reserve the right to shut down showers and bathrooms should weather conditions worsen.
Where is parking for this facility?
– In Atlanta, our parking lot is located past the pavilion on the right, behind courts 1-4, and is a gravel lot. In Huntsville, our parking lot is located at the front of the venue, facing courts 1-5.
Are there bathrooms onsite?
– Yes, we have bathrooms located onsite at both facilities. In Atlanta, restrooms are winterized durning the colder months, and restrooms may be closed.
Are there showers?
– Yes. In Atlanta, we have 3 showers located at the back of the pavilion. In Huntsville we have 2 outdoor showers and indoor showers that can be unlocked as requested.
Is there WiFi?
– Yes. There is a public WiFi at both beach pavilions.
Can I bring a grill or gas heat lamp?
– No.
Can I bring my dog?
– No. Unfortunately, we do not allow dogs at our facilities. Should you have a service animal, please email us ahead of time and let the onsite Tournament Director know when you arrive at the beach pavilion.
What age division should I play in?
– Starting in 2025, all National Governing Bodies and non-sanctioned RallyVB Beach events will follow the same age definitions:
New Age Division Definitions for the 2024-2025 Beach Season:
– 18 & Under: Athletes graduating high school in 2025 or later
– 16 & Under: Athletes graduating high school in 2027 or later
– 14 & Under: Athletes graduating high school in 2029 or later
– 12 & Under: Athletes graduating high school in 2031 or later
Is there an athlete dress code?
– Please refer to the national governing bodies page located HERE to see if your tournament requires a dress code. Please dress appropriately.
Do I have to be a member of a National Governing Body (NGB)?
– For the events that are sanctioned by a NGB, yes you must be a member of the NGB for that specific event.
– AVP America Beach Info HERE
– AAU Beach Info HERE
– USAV Beach Info HERE
– BVCA Info HERE
– Please see our National Governing Bodies webpage for more information HERE
Do I have to register with a club?
– No. All athletes are welcome at RallyVB events and can register as independent. Neither a club affiliation nor a coach is required, all you need is a partner.
How do I rent a court?
– Please email us at info@rallyvb.com with all rental inquiries and to get our rental rates. Rentals in Atlanta are coordinated through LakePoint. Rentals in Huntsville are coordinated through RallyVB.
Do we play with rain?
– We play through rain and pause for lightning. Should weather become too extreme, we reserve the right to cancel or postpone an event.
What is our refund policy?
– Cancellations happen, we understand that sometimes life gets in the way of our volleyball (but we all try to make sure it doesn’t happen too often). We will refund your fee in full, less the processing fee, if notice is received 72 hours prior to the start of the event (before Wed. morning for Sat. event). 50%, less the processing fee will be refunded if notified 71 – 12 hrs prior to start time. After that, there is no refund. To ensure that a refund goes to the correct team, please forward your receipt from registration to info@rallyvb.com.
Where can I put my tent(s) and/or chair(s)?
– You are welcome to bring your own tent and chair. We ask that you keep player safety in mind and not set up on the sand, but off the court or in the grass located behind courts 1-4 and on the boardwalk the follows courts 5-10.