Understanding Volleyball Skill Levels
Our league uses the following skill level classifications to help ensure fair and competitive play. Please review these descriptions to determine which level best matches your abilities.
Our current season is being played at the B/BB (Intermediate) level. As we grow, we plan to add additional divisions for different skill levels.
Advanced
Serving
Consistent jump serves with power and accuracy. Can strategically place serves to exploit weaknesses.
Passing
Exceptional platform and overhead passing. Can handle the hardest serves with control.
Setting
Precise sets from any position. Advanced back sets and quick sets. Can run complex offenses.
Hitting
Powerful and varied attacks from all positions. Advanced shot selection and court vision.
Blocking
Strong read blocking. Can effectively block line and angle. Good timing and penetration.
High Intermediate
Serving
Consistent jump or standing serves with good power. Can place serves with moderate accuracy.
Passing
Solid platform passing. Can handle moderately paced serves with good control most of the time.
Setting
Accurate sets from good passes. Can back set with moderate consistency. Runs basic offenses.
Hitting
Consistent attacks with power. Developing shot selection. Can hit from back row.
Blocking
Good timing on blocks. Can read hitters and adjust. Developing penetration skills.
Intermediate
Serving
Consistent standing serves. Beginning to develop jump serves. Can serve to general areas.
Passing
Decent platform passing. Can handle moderate serves with some control. Still working on consistency.
Setting
Sets are generally accurate from good passes. Developing back sets. Runs basic plays.
Hitting
Consistent attacks with moderate power. Developing approach and arm swing mechanics.
Blocking
Basic blocking skills. Can time jumps but still developing reading and penetration skills.
Recreational
Serving
Basic underhand or standing serves. Working on consistency and getting serves in play.
Passing
Developing platform skills. Can pass easy serves with some control. Still learning proper technique.
Setting
Basic setting ability. Can set from good passes. Still working on consistency and accuracy.
Hitting
Developing approach and arm swing. Can hit basic attacks with some consistency.
Blocking
Basic understanding of blocking. Still working on timing and technique.
Still Not Sure?
If you're uncertain about which level best describes your skills, we recommend:
- Starting at a lower level and moving up if needed
- Asking a teammate or opponent who has seen you play
- Contacting us for guidance at atlvolleyclub@gmail.com
Remember, our goal is to create competitive and enjoyable matches for all players!