Where can you play volleyball in Groningen?

There are 13 volleyball clubs in the municipality of Groningen, including Beach Volley Club Groningen, DES, Monkey Moves Groningen, Smash and Block. Options can be found in Winschoterdiep, among other places.

Which volleyball clubs offer a trial session?

Among others, Beach Volley Club Groningen, DES, Monkey Moves Groningen, Smash and Block and Volleybalvereniging Olympia offer a trial class or trial training. Ask the club how to sign up.

How much does volleyball cost in Groningen?

Smash and Block: senior member € 18,00 per month; junior member € 13,00 per month (season 2026-2027). DES: Adults: training and playing matches €280 (team costs €60, membership fee €200, Nevobo €20); training €160….

Is volleyball in Groningen suitable for beginners?

Yes, one class or group is specifically for beginners, for example at Beach Volley Club Groningen.

Volleyball in Groningen

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Sunday 15 Nov
10:3060 min
Basic Youth Beach Volley Club Groningen in Winschoterdiep Trial lesson possibleBeginners8–14 years

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Zo begin je met volleybal in Groningen

You play volleyball at a club. You train once or twice a week with your team and play matches during the season. If you would rather not, choose a recreational group without competition.

Choose a club near youIn the list above, you can see for each club who it is for and whether you can do a trial training session.
Try a trial training sessionYou can train along once with a group at your level. Bring indoor sports shoes; knee pads are handy but not necessary.
Join if you like itThe club places you in a team. Membership fees vary by club.

Studeer je aan de RUG of Hanze? Dan kun je deze sport ook doen via ACLO, het sportcentrum voor studenten.

How much does volleyball cost?

At a club you pay a membership fee. A few examples:

Smash and BlockSeniorlid € 18,00 per maand; Jeugdlid € 13,00 per maand (seizoen 2026-2027)
DESVolwassenen: trainen en wedstrijden spelen €280 (teamkosten €60, contributie €200, Nevobo €20); trainen €160…

Your first time

During a volleyball trial training you learn the basic techniques: the overhand pass, the underhand pass and the serve. Bring indoor shoes with light soles. Knee pads are handy but not necessary to start.

About volleyball

You play volleyball indoors with six players per team, or on sand with two per team in beach volleyball. You may touch the ball three times before it has to go over the net. Clubs play competitions in recreational and higher divisions.

Help out with volleyball

One volleyball club in Groningen is looking for people: as a coach, referee or simply a few hours of help.

Coach men's team 1 (1th division) Smash and Block, Coaching and supervising, for season 2026/27 With allowance

Watching matches

Competitiewedstrijden in Groningen. Hier speel je niet mee, je kunt gaan kijken.

Tuesday 10 November, 20:00–22:00 Smash & Block – DES DES, Dames 4 – Dames 4, Hoogkerk, Zuiderweg 70 -1, 9744AP Groningen
Saturday 14 November, Derde Thuisdag + Beachcie loterij + Beachcie feest G.S.V.V. Donitas, ACLO
Saturday 14 November, 11:00–21:00 Thuisspeeldag G.S.V.V. Kroton
maandag 16 november, 20:00–22:00 Hoogkerk – DES DES, Heren 1 – Heren 2, Hoogkerk, Zuiderweg 70 -1, 9744AP Groningen
Thursday 19 November, 19:15–21:15 DES – Het Goudkantoor/Veracles DES, Dames 1 – Dames 9, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
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- Thursday 19 November, 19:15–21:15 DES – Meister SV DES, Dames 2 – Dames 2, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
- Thursday 19 November, 21:00–23:00 DES – Domino's/Veracles DES, Dames 3 – Dames 13, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
- Thursday 19 November, 21:00–23:00 DES – 't Golden Fust/Veracles DES, Heren 2 – Heren 7, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
- Saturday 21 November, Vierde Thuisdag G.S.V.V. Donitas, ACLO
- Thursday 26 November, 20:00–22:00 DES – Dovo/Hujades DES, Dames 4 – Dames 3, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
- Thursday 26 November, 20:00–22:00 DES – G.A.V. Unitas DES, Heren 1 – Heren 1, Tiggelhal, Sportlaan 3, 9791LX Ten Boer
- Saturday 28 November, 11:00–21:00 Thuisspeeldag G.S.V.V. Kroton
- Saturday 28 November, 16:30–18:30 Smash & Block – DES DES, Dames 3 – Dames 2, Hoogkerk, Zuiderweg 70 -1, 9744AP Groningen
- Saturday 28 November, 19:00–21:00 Stentor – DES DES, Dames 1 – Dames 1, De Bam, Bamshorn 2, 9751BX Haren GN
- Wednesday 2 December, 19:00–23:00 Weekdames Thuisdag G.S.V.V. Donitas, Ten Boer
- Saturday 12 December, Halve Thuisdag G.S.V.V. Donitas
- Saturday 12 December, 11:00–21:00 Thuisspeeldag G.S.V.V. Kroton
- Saturday 12 December, 14:00–16:00 Olympia – DES DES, Dames 10 – Dames 3, Selwerd, Eikenlaan 288, 9741EW Groningen
- Saturday 12 December, 15:00–17:00 Donitas – DES DES, Dames 15 – Dames 4, Koos Duppen hal (RUG), Blauwborgje 16, 9747AC Groningen
- Saturday 19 December, Halve Thuisdag G.S.V.V. Donitas

Frequently asked questions

Where can you play volleyball in Groningen?: There are 13 volleyball clubs in the municipality of Groningen, including Beach Volley Club Groningen, DES, Monkey Moves Groningen, Smash and Block. Options can be found in Winschoterdiep, among other places.
Which volleyball clubs offer a trial session?: Among others, Beach Volley Club Groningen, DES, Monkey Moves Groningen, Smash and Block and Volleybalvereniging Olympia offer a trial class or trial training. Ask the club how to sign up.
How much does volleyball cost in Groningen?: Smash and Block: senior member € 18,00 per month; junior member € 13,00 per month (season 2026-2027). DES: Adults: training and playing matches €280 (team costs €60, membership fee €200, Nevobo €20); training €160….
Is volleyball in Groningen suitable for beginners?: Yes, one class or group is specifically for beginners, for example at Beach Volley Club Groningen.