Volleyball

Playing beach volleyball on Kitsilano beach in Vancouver

On the beach or in a court, volleyball is a great way to be active and social. Most of Vancouver's outdoor volleyball courts are free to use and first come, first serve.

Vancouver's Park Board offers classes to all ages and skill levels. Take a lesson, register for a program, or join a drop-in game at a community centre near you.

Register for recreation programs and services

Our registration and reservation system is easy to navigate and helps you plan, track, and manage all your recreation requests in one place.

If you are a new user, setting up your account is easy with an email address. Just create a password, complete your profile, and you’re ready to go.

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View drop-in schedules

Drop-in volleyball schedules

Find out where you can drop-in to a volleyball session at one of our community centres.

Where to play volleyball

You can play volleyball at most beach areas, parks, and fields. Some conditions may apply. Play areas are available on a first come, first served basis. Courts don't require a reservation unless you are organizing a league practice or tournament. There is no time limit for volleyball court use.

Many beach areas have sand volleyball courts with stanchions (posts) for volleyball nets. You can bring your own net, ball, and any additional equipment.

Some beaches also have a space for temporary volleyball nets. Bring your own poles, net, and ball.

In parks and fields, you can set up a volleyball net depending on the site, game duration, field type, and availability.

Important note Do not insert volleyball posts into artificial turf fields or Grade A grass fields. Email pbfields@vancouver.ca if you are unsure.

Volleyball court times

From Victoria Day in May to Labour Day in September, 11:30am to 8:30pm 

Location  Courts/space available
English Bay  2 spaces available
Hastings Park (at Plateau Sports Park) 4 permanent courts
Jericho Beach 2 spaces available
Kitsilano Beach  7 permanent courts
Locarno Beach 6 spaces available
Shaughnessy St (by the Fraser River)  5 permanent courts 
Spanish Banks East  10 permanent courts
plus 10 spaces
Spanish Banks West  8 permanent courts
plus 10 spaces
Sunset Beach  1 space available

Join a volleyball team or league 

Most clubs, teams and leagues are maintained by organizations that are affiliated with Sport BC. Representatives from these organizations can help you find leagues and teams in  your area. 

In addition, information about local teams and clubs that are looking for players can be found in the sport's "Game Summary" section of the Vancouver Sun or the Province newspapers.

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Adapted and supported programs

Vancouver offers adapted and supported recreational programs and services for people with disabilities or special needs.