Beach volleyball
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The great passion in the sand
If they tell you that sand is a nuisance, don’t listen. Here in Valencia, beach volleyball has become one of the most successful sports, also among the LGBTQIA+ community. We have no doubt that you don’t want to miss the chance to fight for a medal on the Malva-rosa beach, where the sun rises every morning in our city.
Sign up and who knows if we’ll see you on the podium.
Remember that you will need to show your accreditation when accessing to the competition.
Don’t forget your bottle or canteen, there will be drinking water stations for refilling.
Come with your beach volleyball equipment.
Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses and/or cap.
Sport fee
General registration
$245.00
Residents in Spain
$165.00
(special price, 32% off)
+
Sport fee
$30.00
15% discount for residents in Valencia 10% discount for residents in Spain
HOW
- The competition is organized in the following gender categories:
- Men’s Division
- Women’s Division
- All-Gender Division
- Each team consists of two players.
- Mixed pairs (with at least one cis male) will compete in the all gender’s or Men’s division
- If registration numbers are low, gender divisions may be combined to ensure competitive viability.
- All players must be registered in advance and may only play for one team per division.
- Depending on local registration and facilities, the tournament can include both:
- Competitive Divisions (A/BB)
- Recreational Divisions (B/C)
- The exact number of divisions and the grouping of categories are determined by the local organizing committee in consultation with the Federation of Gay Games Volleyball representative.
- Teams will play a minimum of four matches in the Preliminary Rounds, two games per match. Knockout Round matches will be played best of 2 out of 3 games
WHEN
Training
Competition
| SPORT | 27 JUNE | 28 JUNE | 29 JUNE | 30 JUNE | 1 JULY | 2 JULY | 3 JULY | 4 JULY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach volleyball |
Wednesday 1 July
09am – 03pm: All group stage matches.
Thursday 2 July
09am – 03pm: All knockout rounds up to the semifinals.
Friday 3 July
09am – 03pm: Semifinals and finals.
WHO
Divisions are structured by skill level, following the standard Gay Games Volleyball rating system:
- Division A (Advanced/Competitive): Highly skilled players with strong beach experience; often national or top-club level.
- Division BB (Intermediate/Competitive): Experienced players with good technical level and tournament experience.
- Division B (Recreational/Intermediate): Recreational players with some understanding of the game and regular practice.
- Division C (Recreational/Beginner): Players with limited experience; emphasis on participation and fun.
Players and teams self-select their division upon registration, but the organizing committee reserves the right to reclassify teams to maintain competitive balance.
This registration is also for you if you live with a disability.
Our facilities are adapted and accessible to everyone; however, for this sport there may be limitations in terms of such modifications. If you need more information, please contact us.
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