Atlanta Volleyball Meetup Group

Alpharetta Beach *B/B+* Coed 4s - Sunday Night

Sun, Sep 13 · 5:30 PM EDT

Alpharetta Beach Volleyball Courts, 1720 Old Milton Pkwy Ste B, Alpharetta, GA, US

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Important Event RSVP Rules (courtesy to other players):

• Do not sign up more than 3 weeks in advance, particularly during busier times of the year when we commonly have a waitlist. I will periodically clear the list of folks signed up farther out as a reminder.
• Do not sign up for events above your skill level.
• Avoid last-minute cancellations and no-shows. These activities may result in my removing you from future events when others are on the waitlist, or in a complete ban for repeat offenders.
• Please share these rules with others, and let me know of folks who are not showing these common courtesies.

Skill Level (B/B+):

• Players should be familiar with the official volleyball rules and attempt to make legal ball contact at all times.
• Self-call illegal contacts (lifts, carries, double-contacts, dinks, etc.). Blatantly illegal contacts are not allowed, though minor infractions may be called loosely.
• More experienced players are welcome to play, but must respect lower-level play and players
• Learn more about skill levels: www.alpharettabeach.com/skill-levels

Event Details:

• Registered Guests Only: Waitlist players should not attend.
• If arriving late, add a note below with your expected arrival time to ensure enough players for the first game.

Facility Rules:

• Adults 18+ only.
• No Glass outside vehicles (100% barefoot facility).
• No Dogs on the sand, and poop bag after your pups.
• No attitudes or drama—play hard, play nice.
• No children under 10 within the court barrier nets during play.
• No children's toys within the barrier nets
• No digging in the sand with tools (to protect the plastic liner).
• No alcohol (per City of Alpharetta).
• Park in marked, straight-in spaces
• No angled parking or taking multiple spots.

Prohibited in Beach Volleyball:

• Throws, carries, dinks (using finger pads), or double contacts (except on the first ball over in a single attempt).
• Servers must ensure opponents can clearly see the ball and the server.
• No touching the net.

If you notice anything I've missed above, please let me know.

Thank you,
Jim

Indoor Volleyball Drills @ Decatur Recreation Center (Monday 6pm-8:45pm)

Mon, Sep 14 · 6:00 PM EDT

The Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore Street, Decatur, GA, US

•QUESTIONS AFTER READING EVERYTHING BELOW?:

*Post questions in the comments (for the specific date) so that week's host can answer. (Please don't direct message any hosts - they are unlikely to see it in time)

•ATTENDANCE:

• 30 person maximum (Due to overcrowding, & to maximize play time for participants)
  *When registering for event, use your first name and last initial. This reduces confusion for the hosts when we check the check in list with the player grid
• 12:00pm: Deadline to RSVP on Meetup
  *6:00pm: Event Starts
• 6:15pm: Deadline for in-person check-in
  *If you miss 6:15pm In-person check-in, you'll be a “no-show”
• Two “no-shows” in a row can't sign up for a week
  *Those on Meetup waitlist may arrive at 6:00 & sign up on the in-person "on deck" list, & then will be given open spots if maximum isn't reached on a 1st come, 1st served basis

•RSVP

• RSVP on individual event page for dates you want to attend
  *Future dates found on calendar here
• If RSVP is full: join Meetup Waitlist. Note: the order on Meetup waitlist is random. (The participant at top of Meetup waitlist is NOT next in line.)
  *You'll be notified if you're changed from waitlist to "RSVPd" (Check your Meetup settings to control notifications)
• Guests must create a Meetup account & RSVP themselves

•COST:
Payment methods:
Visa, MasterCard, Community Pass, please try to not bring cash we don't always have change.
For questions about Community Pass, please see one of the hosts or rec center personnel.

• $10 for non-Decatur residents

*$5 for Decatur residents (do not be surprised if front desk askes for ID for proof of residence,)

•GYM CLOSURES:

*Canceled events have strikes through them on Meetup calendar

•DAY & TIME:

• Wednesday 6:00pm-9:00pm (See check-in times in attendance section)
  *Google maps says Rec center closes during our meetup time - ignore that!
• We end at 9pm sharp so we don’t keep Rec Center staff out too late

•LOCATION:

*Decatur Recreation Center (231 Sycamore St, Decatur, GA 30030)

• Enter through front door (from Sycamore Street)

•UPON ARRIVAL EACH EVENT:

1.* At front desk:* sign in with the Rec Center & Pay $$.
2.* At front of gym:* check-in with the host
3.* On gridded sheet** on clipboard in gym: *sign your name to be rotated into play (& follow steps below)

•GAME PLAY:

*There's 2 nets, & we play 6 versus 6

• We use a rotation grid so everyone plays
  *Neatly write your name on Rotation Grid in gym. (For common 1st names: add your last name's Initial to avoid confusion)
• To keep playtime fair:
  (1) Don't skip boxes
  (2) Don't signup anyone else
  (3) You can only have one active spot on grid at a time
  (4)* Seriously: don't sign up other people, and don't skip boxes*
  *To maintain equal rotation:
  (1) If you win, you get to play one more game but afterwards you must sign up on Rotation Grid again
  (2) If you lose, you'll have to signup on Rotation Grid again

•RANDOM:

*If vball hits basketball hoop/ceiling/upstairs gate: you can play it on your team’s side. If ball goes over net after hitting an obstacle - the other team can take the point (unless they want to play it.)

•SKILL LEVEL: All skill levels welcome! We offer a friendly, inclusive environment where players from all levels can cooperate & constructively help each other as we grow our fantastic volleyball community

•HELPFUL FOR BEGINNERS:

• Sarah Pavan Video Tutorials
  *High level players attend, including powerful hitters, so be prepared to utilize an overhand dig if the ball goes towards your face

•PARTICIPATION:

• All adults 18+ allowed
  *You can come alone - this is an open play event
• You do not have to bring any equipment. Some people bring knee pads & if you have a volleyball - feel free to bring it

•PARKING: Park at street meters or in parking lot in between Decatur Rec center & library. MARTA station nearby. Walking & biking encouraged!

LOCKERS: Participants can bring their own locks to use with the lockers, but all items & locks must be removed at end of the night.

•FOOD & DRINK: You’re welcome to bring water to drink in the gym, however all food must be consumed in the cafe area located just outside of the gym. Please remove all trash when leaving.

•FRIENDLY REMINDERS:

• We have lots of players trying to play. we will no longer hold a spot for you if you message us that you're late

*We all played at a lower level in the past - please be kind & patient with one another!

• Obscenities, abusive behavior, & disrespectful conduct will be dealt with accordingly & The Decatur Rec Center has the right to ask anyone to leave

•QUESTIONS?

*Post questions in the comments (for the specific date) so that week's host can answer. (Please don't direct message any hosts - they are unlikely to see it in time)